Run for a New Day
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Galveston, Texas
- Price $28.29 - $44.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting "Run for a New Day" 5K in beautiful Galveston, Texas, on Saturday, September 12, 2026! This inspiring event kicks off at 7:30 AM at Galveston Island Brewing, located at 8423 Stewart Rd. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to make a difference as we raise awareness and funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and vital mental health initiatives.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to support a great cause, this event is perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. The scenic 5K route will take you along the stunning paved seawall overlooking the Gulf, providing a picturesque backdrop as you run. Enjoy chip timing, exciting activities, and the chance to connect with others passionate about mental health. Every participant will receive a custom event pint glass, a commemorative event T-shirt, and those 21 and older can enjoy two refreshing beers post-race. Plus, there's a fantastic after-party at Galveston Island Brewery!
Help us create a culture that prioritizes mental health and supports those affected by suicide. If you can’t join us in person, consider participating virtually or
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to support a great cause, this event is perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. The scenic 5K route will take you along the stunning paved seawall overlooking the Gulf, providing a picturesque backdrop as you run. Enjoy chip timing, exciting activities, and the chance to connect with others passionate about mental health. Every participant will receive a custom event pint glass, a commemorative event T-shirt, and those 21 and older can enjoy two refreshing beers post-race. Plus, there's a fantastic after-party at Galveston Island Brewery!
Help us create a culture that prioritizes mental health and supports those affected by suicide. If you can’t join us in person, consider participating virtually or
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE "RUN FOR A NEW DAY" 5K IN BEAUTIFUL GALVESTON, TX! THIS INSPIRING EVENT IS DEDICATED TO RAISING AWARENESS AND FUNDS FOR THE AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION (AFSP) AND MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVES. WHETHER YOU'RE A SEASONED RUNNER OR JUST LOOKING FOR A FUN WAY TO SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE, THIS EVENT IS PERFECT FOR EVERYONE.
EVENT DETAILS:
DATE: SEPTEMBER 12, 2026
RACE START: 7:30AM
LOCATION: GALVESTON ISLAND BREWING
(8423 STEWART RD. GALVESTON, TX 77554)
HTTPS://WWW.GALVESTONISLANDBREWING.COM/HOME [https://www.galvestonislandbrewing.com/home]
ROUTE: START AND FINISH IS AT GALVESTON ISLAND BREWING. THE ROUTE WILL GO WEST ON STEWART ROAD, SOUTH ON 85TH, AND THEN WEST ON THE SEAWALL. WATER STOP LOCATED AT THE TURNAROUND.
AWARDS: OVERALL MALE & FEMALE, AGE GROUPS AWARDS 1ST-3RD PLACE: 19 & UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 AND UP.
BY PARTICIPATING IN THE "RUN FOR A NEW DAY" 5K, YOU'LL BE MAKING A MEANINGFUL IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES AND SUICIDE. YOUR SUPPORT WILL HELP AFSP CONTINUE THEIR VITAL WORK IN RESEARCH, EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND SUPPORT FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY SUICIDE. AS AFSP STATES, "BY CREATING A CULTURE THATS SMART ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH, ADVOCATING FOR LEGISLATIVE POLICIES THAT MAKE SUICIDE PREVENTION A PRIORITY, AND FUNDING INNOVATIVE RESEARCH, WE CAN SAVE LIVES."
WHAT TO EXPECT:
*
A SCENIC AND FAST 5K ROUTE ALONG THE PAVED SEAWALL OVERLOOKING THE GULF.
*
CHIP TIMED
*
FUN AND ENGAGING ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES
*
OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS WHO ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
*
EVERYONE RECEIVES 1 CUSTOM EVENT PINT GLASS, COMMEMORATIVE EVENT T-SHIRT, RUNNERS (21+) RECEIVE- 2 GIB BEERS
*
POST-RACE AFTER PARTY AT GALVESTON ISLAND BREWERY
*
FREE RACE PHOTOS AVAILABLE ONLINE AFTER THE RACE
*
STROLLERS AND DOGS WELCOME!
GET INVOLVED: CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE EVENT? YOU CAN STILL SUPPORT THE CAUSE BY MAKING A DONATION OR PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY AND SUBMIT YOUR OWN RESULTS! EVERY CONTRIBUTION HELPS US MOVE CLOSER TO A WORLD WITHOUT SUICIDE.
LET'S COME TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH AND CREATE A BRIGHTER FUTURE. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE "RUN FOR A NEW DAY" 5K!
EVENT DETAILS:
DATE: SEPTEMBER 12, 2026
RACE START: 7:30AM
LOCATION: GALVESTON ISLAND BREWING
(8423 STEWART RD. GALVESTON, TX 77554)
HTTPS://WWW.GALVESTONISLANDBREWING.COM/HOME [https://www.galvestonislandbrewing.com/home]
ROUTE: START AND FINISH IS AT GALVESTON ISLAND BREWING. THE ROUTE WILL GO WEST ON STEWART ROAD, SOUTH ON 85TH, AND THEN WEST ON THE SEAWALL. WATER STOP LOCATED AT THE TURNAROUND.
AWARDS: OVERALL MALE & FEMALE, AGE GROUPS AWARDS 1ST-3RD PLACE: 19 & UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 AND UP.
BY PARTICIPATING IN THE "RUN FOR A NEW DAY" 5K, YOU'LL BE MAKING A MEANINGFUL IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES AND SUICIDE. YOUR SUPPORT WILL HELP AFSP CONTINUE THEIR VITAL WORK IN RESEARCH, EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND SUPPORT FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY SUICIDE. AS AFSP STATES, "BY CREATING A CULTURE THATS SMART ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH, ADVOCATING FOR LEGISLATIVE POLICIES THAT MAKE SUICIDE PREVENTION A PRIORITY, AND FUNDING INNOVATIVE RESEARCH, WE CAN SAVE LIVES."
WHAT TO EXPECT:
*
A SCENIC AND FAST 5K ROUTE ALONG THE PAVED SEAWALL OVERLOOKING THE GULF.
*
CHIP TIMED
*
FUN AND ENGAGING ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES
*
OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS WHO ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
*
EVERYONE RECEIVES 1 CUSTOM EVENT PINT GLASS, COMMEMORATIVE EVENT T-SHIRT, RUNNERS (21+) RECEIVE- 2 GIB BEERS
*
POST-RACE AFTER PARTY AT GALVESTON ISLAND BREWERY
*
FREE RACE PHOTOS AVAILABLE ONLINE AFTER THE RACE
*
STROLLERS AND DOGS WELCOME!
GET INVOLVED: CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE EVENT? YOU CAN STILL SUPPORT THE CAUSE BY MAKING A DONATION OR PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY AND SUBMIT YOUR OWN RESULTS! EVERY CONTRIBUTION HELPS US MOVE CLOSER TO A WORLD WITHOUT SUICIDE.
LET'S COME TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH AND CREATE A BRIGHTER FUTURE. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE "RUN FOR A NEW DAY" 5K!
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