Boo the Stigma 5K
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Shelby, North Carolina
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Boo the Stigma 5K on Saturday, October 31st, 2026, in Shelby, Cleveland! This engaging community event is designed to raise awareness for mental health while offering a day full of fun and festivities. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Shelby Middle School’s cross country trail, this 5K race welcomes participants of all ages to walk or run for a great cause.
Kick off the day with packet pickup starting at 8 AM, followed by the race beginning at 9 AM. All finishers will receive a t-shirt and a medal, celebrating their commitment to supporting mental health in our community. In addition to the race, enjoy trick or treating, delicious offerings from food trucks, goody bags, and a chance to win in our exciting 50/50 raffle! Don’t forget to participate in the costume contest for an extra layer of fun. With time divisions for various age groups, there’s a place for everyone at Boo the Stigma. Come out, enjoy the camaraderie, and help us "boo" the stigma surrounding mental health while supporting children in need with proceeds from the event.
Kick off the day with packet pickup starting at 8 AM, followed by the race beginning at 9 AM. All finishers will receive a t-shirt and a medal, celebrating their commitment to supporting mental health in our community. In addition to the race, enjoy trick or treating, delicious offerings from food trucks, goody bags, and a chance to win in our exciting 50/50 raffle! Don’t forget to participate in the costume contest for an extra layer of fun. With time divisions for various age groups, there’s a place for everyone at Boo the Stigma. Come out, enjoy the camaraderie, and help us "boo" the stigma surrounding mental health while supporting children in need with proceeds from the event.
Organiser's Description
Boo the Stigma is a 5k to bring awareness to mental health in our community. The race will be held at Shelby Middle School on their cross country trail. There will be t shirts and medals for everyone. We will have booths for mental health providers in our community to gain more information about available resources. Help us boo the stigma of mental health and provide to our community members in need. There will be trick or treating, food trucks, goody bags, a 50/50 Raffle, costume contest, and lots more fun, so please come out and enjoy time with your community members. Packet pick up will start at 8am with the race time starting at 9am. All ages are welcomed to join our 5k walk/race. Proceeds will go to buying supplies to help our kids in need.
Time divisions will be:
10 and under
10-15
16-20
21-30
31-40
41-50
51-60
61+
Time divisions will be:
10 and under
10-15
16-20
21-30
31-40
41-50
51-60
61+
Races
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Boo the Stigma 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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Location
1480 South Dekalb Street, Shelby, 28152, NC, United States
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