Centerstone's 4th Annual Life;Story 5K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention - Illinois
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Marion, Illinois
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for Centerstone's 4th Annual Life;Story 5K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Illinois! This inspiring event unites communities across the state for a powerful day of hope, healing, and connection. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome—from seasoned runners and families with strollers to toddlers in kids' races and leashed pups. Whether you choose to join us in person or participate virtually, you'll be part of a meaningful experience that uplifts those affected by suicide and honors the resilience of the human spirit.
The Life;Story event highlights the importance of mental health awareness, with the semicolon symbolizing a pause rather than an ending. Enjoy a supportive and energizing atmosphere filled with community vendors, mental health resources, and free giveaways. Participants will receive an event T-shirt, a finisher medal, and access to our specially curated Spotify playlist. By joining this event, you're not just running or walking; you are contributing to vital mental health and addiction services for individuals in need. Plus, first responders and military members can enjoy a $5 discount with promotional codes. Come together to celebrate life, strengthen your community, and remind everyone that their story matters and continues
The Life;Story event highlights the importance of mental health awareness, with the semicolon symbolizing a pause rather than an ending. Enjoy a supportive and energizing atmosphere filled with community vendors, mental health resources, and free giveaways. Participants will receive an event T-shirt, a finisher medal, and access to our specially curated Spotify playlist. By joining this event, you're not just running or walking; you are contributing to vital mental health and addiction services for individuals in need. Plus, first responders and military members can enjoy a $5 discount with promotional codes. Come together to celebrate life, strengthen your community, and remind everyone that their story matters and continues
Organiser's Description
Life;Story is Centerstones national walk/run for suicide prevention, bringing communities together across Illinois, Tennessee, and Florida for a day of hope, healing, and connection.
Participants of all ages and abilities are welcomefrom seasoned runners to families with strollers, toddlers in the kids races, and pups on leashes. Whether you join us in person or virtually, youll be part of a meaningful experience that uplifts those impacted by suicide and celebrates the courage it takes to keep going.
The semicolon in Life;Story symbolizes a pausenot an endingand reflects the belief that every persons story has more ahead. This event carries that spirit forward with a supportive, energizing atmosphere filled with community vendors, mental health resources, free giveaways, and crowd-favorite perks like an event Tshirt, finisher medal, and our curated Spotify playlist.
Proceeds from Life;Story help Centerstone provide mental health and addiction services for individuals with limited or no resources. By participating, youre helping save lives, strengthening your community, and reminding others that their story mattersand that its far from over.
A $5 discount is available to 1st Responders using promo code, 1STRESPONDER5, and to Military/Veterans using promo code MILITARY5.
Participants of all ages and abilities are welcomefrom seasoned runners to families with strollers, toddlers in the kids races, and pups on leashes. Whether you join us in person or virtually, youll be part of a meaningful experience that uplifts those impacted by suicide and celebrates the courage it takes to keep going.
The semicolon in Life;Story symbolizes a pausenot an endingand reflects the belief that every persons story has more ahead. This event carries that spirit forward with a supportive, energizing atmosphere filled with community vendors, mental health resources, free giveaways, and crowd-favorite perks like an event Tshirt, finisher medal, and our curated Spotify playlist.
Proceeds from Life;Story help Centerstone provide mental health and addiction services for individuals with limited or no resources. By participating, youre helping save lives, strengthening your community, and reminding others that their story mattersand that its far from over.
A $5 discount is available to 1st Responders using promo code, 1STRESPONDER5, and to Military/Veterans using promo code MILITARY5.
Races
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5K Run/Walk - Marion, IL
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal, chip-timed race bib, and professionally managed racecourse. *You must be at least 5 years of age on race day to register for the 5K distance. Youth ages 5-17 who wish to participate in the 5K will receive an automatic discounted price of $25.00. **All children 12 and under who are participating in the 5K may participate in the Kids Dash as well. Please do not register them twice.* -
5K Fun Run/Walk - Godfrey Location
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal, and race bib (not chip timed). *You must be at least 5 years of age on race day to register for the 5K distance. Youth ages 5-17 who wish to participate in the 5K will receive an automatic discounted price of $25.00. PLEASE NOTE: This is located at Glazebrook Park 1401 Stamper Ln., Godfrey, IL 62035. Physical race packets for those registered before Aug. 17 CAN be shipped prior to the event. Any registrations after Aug. 17 will be available for pick-up on event morning. Shipping is an additional option/charge. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
Run or walk 3.1 miles anytime on September 5, 2026, anywhere! Your Life;Story Virtual 5K registration includes the official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, finisher's medal and souvenir race bib. Virtual race packets for those registered before Aug. 17 will be shipped prior to the event. Any registrations after Aug. 16 will be shipped after the event. Shipping is excluded from the registration price. Virtual participants are encouraged to record their run or walk and upload their time, but it is not required. Virtual participants are not eligible for Overall or Age Group Race Awards. -
Life;Story Kids Dash (12 & Under)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$22.20
The Life;Story Kids Dash is age bracketed sprints of various distances for children ages 3 to 12 years of age. The Life;Story Kids Dash is a fun introduction to the sport of running and therefore are not timed. All Life;Story Kids Dashers receive an official 2026 Life;Story race shirt, and Kids Dash finisher's medal. **All children 12 and under who are participating in the 5K may participate in the Kids Dash as well. Please do not register them twice.**
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500 E Deyoung St, Marion, IL 62959, Marion, 62959, IL, United States
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