9th Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Chesapeake Beach, Maryland
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the 9th Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in the beautiful Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County! This exciting event invites participants to run or walk a scenic 5K (3.1 miles) along the picturesque Chesapeake Beach Railroad boardwalk. Aimed at raising awareness and shattering the stigma surrounding substance use and mental health disorders, this community-focused event is free, though registration is required for a timed bib—make sure to sign up before the April 13 deadline!
In addition to the invigorating race, attendees can enjoy the "Be Kind to your Mind" health fair taking place at Kellams Field. Expect an array of giveaways, engaging games, local resources, delicious food, and a whole lot of fun! This event is a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community, promote mental wellness, and support one another. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors!
In addition to the invigorating race, attendees can enjoy the "Be Kind to your Mind" health fair taking place at Kellams Field. Expect an array of giveaways, engaging games, local resources, delicious food, and a whole lot of fun! This event is a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community, promote mental wellness, and support one another. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors!
Organiser's Description
Calvert County's Health Department Presents The 9th Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K run/walk!
EVENT IS FREE. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR A TIMED BIB. (registration closes April 13,2026)
This event is sold out! No further registrations are available.
Participants will run/walk 5K (3.1 miles) the Chesapeake Beach Railroad boardwalk to bring awareness to help shatter the stigma against substance use and mental health disorders. In addition to the race, there will be a "Be Kind to your Mind" health fair at Kellams Field with giveaways, games, local resources, food, and fun!
Let's bring the community together to raise awareness and help shatter the stigma!
EVENT IS FREE. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR A TIMED BIB. (registration closes April 13,2026)
This event is sold out! No further registrations are available.
Participants will run/walk 5K (3.1 miles) the Chesapeake Beach Railroad boardwalk to bring awareness to help shatter the stigma against substance use and mental health disorders. In addition to the race, there will be a "Be Kind to your Mind" health fair at Kellams Field with giveaways, games, local resources, food, and fun!
Let's bring the community together to raise awareness and help shatter the stigma!
Races
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9th Annual Shatter the Stigma 5K
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDCome run/walk for a cause! Let us come together as a community to break the stigma against mental health and substance use disorders! There will be free t-shirts, giveaways, resources, food, and fun! T-shirts and meal tickets are guaranteed to the first 50 registrants. After the first 50 registrations, remaining t-shirts & meal tickets will be first come , first serve. Please note by registering you grant permission to all the foregoing to use your name, voice, and images of you in any photographs, motion pictures, results, publications or any other print, videographic or electronic recording of this event for legitimate purposes.
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3825 Gordon Stinnett Ave, Chesapeake Beach, 20732, MD, United States
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