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Mental Health Matters 5K & Festival

  • When: Sunday, May 19, 2024, 10:30 am -  4:00 pm
  • Location: 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212
  • Cost: $40 for 5K, $15 Kids Run, Festival is Free

Join us for a fun filled day at McAlpine Creek Park supporting a great cause and a topic that affects us all at every age and stage of life from kids to older adults. Mental Health Matters 5K & Festival is a fun and engaging way to come together as a community to create awareness for mental health. Sign up for the 5K, register a child for the fun run around the pond, stay for the festival! Invite your friends and family for a day of fun - you won't want to miss! Over 60 small business vendors to shop and support, live music performance, The White Bounce House, delicious food trucks, and local mental health resources. Additionally, there will be complimentary Acupuncture by Modern Acupuncture, Charlotte Pop-Up Yoga Adult & Kids Yoga Sessions, A Zoo To You Petting Zoo, Willow Wagon Photo Opportunities, complimentary leg compression by Restore Hyper Wellness, and more!!

This event isn't just a race; it's a powerful movement to break the stigma surrounding mental health. Whether you're a seasoned runner or taking your first steps toward the finish line, your participation sends a resounding message of support and solidarity. Every stride you make helps amplify the conversation on mental health. Don't just race - make a difference! Grab your spot, invite your friends, and know that with each and every step you are helping to move towards a healthier community.

  • Website: raceroster.com
  • Contact Name: Erica Meisner
  • Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Category: Family Fun

Event Schedule:
10:30 AM - 5K
11:00 AM Festival Starts/Opens
11:30 AM - Kids Fun Run

12:00 PM - Adult Yoga
Presented by Charlotte Pop-Up Yoga
1:00 PM - Kids Yoga
2:00 PM - Adam Church Performance

The Festival is from 11am-4pm

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