International Mental Health Awareness Day 5k
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Slidell, Louisiana
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, for the International Mental Health Awareness Day 5k in the charming Olde Towne of Slidell, Louisiana! This exciting event, hosted by Neaux Stigma, aims to raise awareness for mental health while promoting physical fitness and community spirit. The race kicks off at 7:30 AM at Griffith Park, where runners and walkers of all ages are invited to participate. Whether you choose to sprint or stroll, this 5k is an excellent opportunity to support a vital cause.
Tickets are priced at just $30, and children under 12 can join in for free, making it a perfect family outing. Refreshments, snacks, and water will be provided at the halfway point to keep everyone energized and hydrated. Plus, the first five runners to cross the finish line will win exciting door prizes! Don't miss this chance to make a difference and enjoy a fun-filled day in support of mental health awareness. For more information or to get involved as a vendor, reach out to Emily Jones. Let's come together to break the stigma around mental health!
Tickets are priced at just $30, and children under 12 can join in for free, making it a perfect family outing. Refreshments, snacks, and water will be provided at the halfway point to keep everyone energized and hydrated. Plus, the first five runners to cross the finish line will win exciting door prizes! Don't miss this chance to make a difference and enjoy a fun-filled day in support of mental health awareness. For more information or to get involved as a vendor, reach out to Emily Jones. Let's come together to break the stigma around mental health!
Organiser's Description
On October 10th 2026 Neaux Stigma will be hosting a 5k run in Olde Towne, Slidell, Louisiana. Ticket sales from this race will be directly benefitting our mission and raising awareness for International Mental Health Day!
Runners must be present to check in at Griffith Park before the race officially starts at 7:30 AM. Participants are also encouraged to walk the race if they do not wish to run it. Children under 12 will not need to purchase a ticket. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Refreshments, fruit, and other snacks will be provided for attendees (this includes water for runners/walkers at the halfway point).
There will be door prizes for the first 5 runners to complete the race!
Please contact Emily Jones at Neauxstigma@gmail.com or (225)614-3628 if you have any further questions or would like to be a vendor and support this event! All organizations and local businesses are encouraged to join.
Price $30.00
Runners must be present to check in at Griffith Park before the race officially starts at 7:30 AM. Participants are also encouraged to walk the race if they do not wish to run it. Children under 12 will not need to purchase a ticket. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Refreshments, fruit, and other snacks will be provided for attendees (this includes water for runners/walkers at the halfway point).
There will be door prizes for the first 5 runners to complete the race!
Please contact Emily Jones at Neauxstigma@gmail.com or (225)614-3628 if you have any further questions or would like to be a vendor and support this event! All organizations and local businesses are encouraged to join.
Price $30.00
Races
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International Mental Health Awareness Day 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 10th October 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$32.80
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333 Erlanger Ave, Slidell, 70458, LA, United States
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