5k Run for Mental Health and Wellness

  • Date Sat 3rd May 2025
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location New Lenox, Illinois
  • Price $28.49 - $38.99
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the lively 5K Run for Mental Health and Wellness on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in New Lenox, Illinois! This exciting event, hosted by the New Lenox School District 122 PTO and Wellness Committee, invites participants to walk or run a scenic 5K while championing mental health and wellness in our community. The race kicks off at 9 AM, with runners starting first, followed by walkers, ensuring an energetic atmosphere for all.

After the race, stick around for the Wellness Fair from 9:30 AM to 12 PM, featuring local businesses dedicated to promoting mental, physical, and nutritional wellness. Enjoy family-friendly activities, delicious food from various food trucks, and a chance to connect with wellness advocates. This non-profit event is a wonderful opportunity to support two worthy causes: the New Lenox School District 122 Wellness Committee and PTO, both dedicated to enhancing the educational and wellness experiences of students and the community. Whether you run, walk, or simply donate, your support is vital in fostering a culture of well-being and social-emotional learning. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day dedicated to health, wellness, and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

Come join the New Lenox School District 122 PTO and Wellness Committee in supporting Mental Health and Wellness by participating in a 5K Run/Walk for Mental Health and Wellness event. Start your day by walking or running the 5K and stay for the Wellness Fair. The Wellness Fair will include businesses from the surrounding areas that can aide in mental, physical and nutritional wellness as well as self-care. Enjoy the family oriented activities and purchase some fabulous food from the food Trucks while you are there.

This is a non-profit event. All proceeds and donations will be evenly presented to 2 nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations; New Lenox School District 122 Wellness Committee and New Lenox School District 122 PTO. The proceeds will assist in promoting social emotional learning amongst the students, staff and community.



Donations are a great way to support the cause even if you cant take part in the event.
Support mental health and wellness for the surrounding communities and New Lenox Schools by making a donation today.

The mission of the NEW LENOX SCHOOL DISTRICT 122 WELLNESS COMMITTEE is to promote the lifelong health and wellness of the staff, students, and community through education and efforts that encourage habits of wellness.

The NLSD 122 PTO (New Lenox School District 122 Parent/Teacher Organization) raises funds to help better the students/ education and wellness through library, music, art and physical education program enhancements, replenishing indoor and outdoor recess equipment, academic support grants and assemblies as well as teacher reimbursements and student scholarships.

Packet Pick-up Friday, May 2nd, 4-6pm, Bentley School Race Morning Packet pickup begins at 8:15am

Race begins 9am (runners first, then walkers)
Wellness fair 9:30am - 12pm

Races

  • 5k (All Ages)

    Incl. $3.99 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd May 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    $38.99

    Registration Includes: Race bib with timing chip Race T-shirt * registrations after 3pm on April 19th are not guaranteed a race t-shirt
  • 5k (All Ages No Shirt)

    Incl. $3.49 Fee

    Sat 3rd May 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    $28.49

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Location

1 Veterans Pkwy, New Lenox, 60451, IL, United States

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