Run for Recovery & Remembrance
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Lumberton, North Carolina
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "Run for Recovery & Remembrance" event on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Lumberton, Robeson, as we come together to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day. This uplifting community gathering will take place at Lumberton Downtown Plaza from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and features a 5K run and a 1-mile walk. Participants are encouraged to wear purple to show their support for overdose awareness and to honor those we have lost.
This FREE event is not just about running and walking; itβs a day filled with remembrance, hope, and education. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a heartfelt memorial ceremony to celebrate the lives of loved ones impacted by overdose. Additionally, the Community Resource & Vendor Fair will connect you with local organizations dedicated to prevention, treatment, recovery, and mental health support. Together, we can break the stigma, support recovery, and inspire hope in our community. Everyone is welcome to join us in making a differenceβwhether you choose to run, walk, volunteer, or simply attend. Together, we remember. Together, we support. Together, we save lives.
This FREE event is not just about running and walking; itβs a day filled with remembrance, hope, and education. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a heartfelt memorial ceremony to celebrate the lives of loved ones impacted by overdose. Additionally, the Community Resource & Vendor Fair will connect you with local organizations dedicated to prevention, treatment, recovery, and mental health support. Together, we can break the stigma, support recovery, and inspire hope in our community. Everyone is welcome to join us in making a differenceβwhether you choose to run, walk, volunteer, or simply attend. Together, we remember. Together, we support. Together, we save lives.
Organiser's Description
International Overdose Awareness Day - Run, Walk, & Remember
Join the Robeson RCORP Consortium, in partnership with the Robeson Road Runners, as we come together to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day with a morning of remembrance, hope, education, and community support.
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Location: Lumberton Downtown Plaza
Time: 8:00 AM 12:00 PM
Wear Purple to show your support for overdose awareness, remember those we have lost, and stand in solidarity with individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use.
This FREE community event will include:
5K Run & 1-Mile Walk Honor the lives lost to overdose, support those in recovery, and help raise awareness about overdose prevention and the importance of reducing stigma.
Memorial Ceremony A meaningful time to remember, honor, and celebrate the lives of loved ones who have been impacted by overdose.
Community Resource & Vendor Fair Connect with local organizations offering prevention, treatment, recovery, mental health, and family support resources.
Free Giveaways While supplies last.
Together, we can remember without stigma, support recovery, educate our community, and inspire hope. Whether you choose to run, walk, volunteer, or simply attend, your presence helps make a difference.
Everyone is welcome. Together, we remember. Together, we support. Together, we save lives.
Join the Robeson RCORP Consortium, in partnership with the Robeson Road Runners, as we come together to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day with a morning of remembrance, hope, education, and community support.
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Location: Lumberton Downtown Plaza
Time: 8:00 AM 12:00 PM
Wear Purple to show your support for overdose awareness, remember those we have lost, and stand in solidarity with individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use.
This FREE community event will include:
5K Run & 1-Mile Walk Honor the lives lost to overdose, support those in recovery, and help raise awareness about overdose prevention and the importance of reducing stigma.
Memorial Ceremony A meaningful time to remember, honor, and celebrate the lives of loved ones who have been impacted by overdose.
Community Resource & Vendor Fair Connect with local organizations offering prevention, treatment, recovery, mental health, and family support resources.
Free Giveaways While supplies last.
Together, we can remember without stigma, support recovery, educate our community, and inspire hope. Whether you choose to run, walk, volunteer, or simply attend, your presence helps make a difference.
Everyone is welcome. Together, we remember. Together, we support. Together, we save lives.
Races
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Run, Walk, & Remember
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED
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