Running for Climate Optimism - Free Event! EXTENDED!!

  • Date Fri 10th October 2025 - Sun 30th November 2025
  • Location Oviedo, Florida
  • Price Free
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join the inspiring movement of "Running for Climate Optimism," a free event taking place from October 10 to November 30, 2025, in beautiful Oviedo, Seminole. This initiative, led by Marine Plastics Ambassador Victoria Huber, aims to combine the joy of running with a powerful message of hope for our planet. Coinciding with World Mental Health Day, the event emphasizes the importance of mental health services during crises, linking the health of our environment to our well-being.

Participants can choose to run a distance that suits them, with options of 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles). Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting, every step counts towards promoting climate positivity and supporting the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act. As you run, share your journey on social media using the hashtag #RunningForClimateOptimism, and inspire others to join the cause. With a vibrant community rallying for a healthier planet, let’s uplift each other and create a wave of changeβ€”one run, one story, and one act of optimism at a time! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to make a difference while having funβ€”register now and be part of the solution

Organiser's Description

To celebrate World Mental Health Day join Victoria Huber, Marine Plastics Ambassador for EarthEcho International, in an inspiring movement called Running for Climate Optimism! From now until November 30th, this initiative will combine the power of running with the power of hope to promote climate positivity and support the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act.

This year's theme for World Mental Health Day is "Access to Services Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies".
This theme emphasizes the critical need to provide and maintain mental health services for those impacted by crises, such as natural disasters, conflicts, and other emergencies. It ties really well because the amount of natural disasters has increased and surely it is connected with the health of the Ocean.

Climate news is often overwhelming and discouragingbut together, we can shift the narrative. Inspired by The Climate Optimist Handbook by Anne Therese Gennari, this project highlights positive environmental progress through weekly climate optimism updates while encouraging participants to take action through running and advocacy.

Running doesnt just keep our bodies strongit releases endorphins, reduces stress, and fosters resilience. By pairing running with climate optimism, we remind ourselves that change is possible when we act from a place of hope instead of fear.

How to Join the Challenge:

Register for the race and sign the petition in support of the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act:

https://c.org/tsHmwbPTzH

Go for a run any pace, every step matters. Complete a 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles) at your convenience any time anywhere!
Share your climate positivity story or running update with the hashtag #RunningForClimateOptimism and the petition link.
Together, we can run for a healthier planet and inspire changeone step, one story, and one act of optimism at a time. female signsparkles

This is a free race! We will award gift cards as prizes for top finishers in all categories. All participants will receive a digital participation award!

Register now!

Races

  • Running for Climate Optimism

    Free

    CLOSED

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