Mental Relief Charitable 5K Walk/Run (Race 2 of 2)
- Date Sat 26th July 2025
- Location Mount Vernon, Virginia
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Mental Relief Charitable 5K Walk/Run, taking place on Saturday, July 26th, 2025, in the beautiful Alexandria, Fairfax. This exciting event is not just an opportunity to get moving; it's also a chance to raise mental health awareness while connecting with others who share your passion for promoting well-being. Whether you choose to participate onsite or virtually, you'll be part of a vibrant atmosphere dedicated to nurturing the mind and spirit.
The onsite event kicks off at 8:30 AM, with check-in starting at 8:15 AM, so be sure to arrive early for some pre-race warm-ups and refreshments! Participants will receive water and snacks, ensuring everyone is energized and ready to go. For those opting for the virtual experience, you can engage from anywhere, tracking your distance using popular running apps and submitting your results online. Join us in making a positive impact on mental health while enjoying a fantastic 5K run or walk—let’s create a supportive community together!
The onsite event kicks off at 8:30 AM, with check-in starting at 8:15 AM, so be sure to arrive early for some pre-race warm-ups and refreshments! Participants will receive water and snacks, ensuring everyone is energized and ready to go. For those opting for the virtual experience, you can engage from anywhere, tracking your distance using popular running apps and submitting your results online. Join us in making a positive impact on mental health while enjoying a fantastic 5K run or walk—let’s create a supportive community together!
Organiser's Description
Join us for our Summer 2025 Mental Relief 5K Walk/Run series; a seasonable charity event used to raise mental health awareness. Our second Walk/Run event will be held on Saturday, July 26th. Our goal is to also nourish the mind and spirit, maintain good cardiovascular health and network with other people in the community. These events are hybrid (On-Site and Virtual).
Onsite Participants
Race Day Check-In:
- The walk/run will begin promptly at 8:30 AM. Check-in begins at 8:15 AM. Please allow extra time for check-in, event introduction, and pre-race warmups.
- Water and a snack will be provided and distributed to all participants prior to the event.
- The trail will be explained at the beginning of the run.
Virtual Participants
Race Day(s) Check-In:
You're now able to participate from wherever you are! Steps below:
1. Register through the RunSignUp link.
2. Download an app to track your walk/run time (Some good running apps to consider downloading are: Nike+ Run Club, Runkeeper, MapMyRun, Adidas Running, etc.)
3. Virtual participants must complete their run and submit their times to the link we sent you during registration sometime during the race day. As long as you run at some point throughout the day, your participation will be counted.
4. Afterward, your time will be displayed on the list of other times submitted by other participants. The times will be sent through the follow up email that will be sent out within 48 hours after the event.
5. Be sure to include a picture and/or video of you running or finishing your run and post it on your social profiles or stories! Be sure to include the hashtag: #npzmentality
Onsite Participants
Race Day Check-In:
- The walk/run will begin promptly at 8:30 AM. Check-in begins at 8:15 AM. Please allow extra time for check-in, event introduction, and pre-race warmups.
- Water and a snack will be provided and distributed to all participants prior to the event.
- The trail will be explained at the beginning of the run.
Virtual Participants
Race Day(s) Check-In:
You're now able to participate from wherever you are! Steps below:
1. Register through the RunSignUp link.
2. Download an app to track your walk/run time (Some good running apps to consider downloading are: Nike+ Run Club, Runkeeper, MapMyRun, Adidas Running, etc.)
3. Virtual participants must complete their run and submit their times to the link we sent you during registration sometime during the race day. As long as you run at some point throughout the day, your participation will be counted.
4. Afterward, your time will be displayed on the list of other times submitted by other participants. The times will be sent through the follow up email that will be sent out within 48 hours after the event.
5. Be sure to include a picture and/or video of you running or finishing your run and post it on your social profiles or stories! Be sure to include the hashtag: #npzmentality
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