Samuel Shaer Suicide Awareness 5K
- Date Fri 3rd October 2025 - Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 7:30PM CDT
- Location Mcallen, Texas
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 3rd Annual Samuel Shaer Suicide Awareness 5K, taking place from October 3rd to October 5th, 2025, in the vibrant city of McAllen, Hidalgo. This uplifting event honors the memory of Samuel Shaer, who bravely battled his mental health challenges. As we come together to promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention, your participation will help fund vital counseling services for those in need.
The main race kicks off on Friday, October 3rd, at 7:30 PM, providing a wonderful opportunity to engage with the community while fostering a culture of support and understanding. Runners will enjoy a chip-timed 5K experience, complete with custom medals and shirts for early registrants. Plus, there are exciting prizes up for grabs, from gift cards to unique merchandise that celebrates creativity and self-expression. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference in the lives of others while enjoying a fun-filled evening in McAllen! Remember, when we unite, we can help spread the message: "STAY; YOU'RE NOT ALONE."
The main race kicks off on Friday, October 3rd, at 7:30 PM, providing a wonderful opportunity to engage with the community while fostering a culture of support and understanding. Runners will enjoy a chip-timed 5K experience, complete with custom medals and shirts for early registrants. Plus, there are exciting prizes up for grabs, from gift cards to unique merchandise that celebrates creativity and self-expression. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference in the lives of others while enjoying a fun-filled evening in McAllen! Remember, when we unite, we can help spread the message: "STAY; YOU'RE NOT ALONE."
Organiser's Description
_STAY; YOURE NOT ALONE._
Welcome to the 3RD ANNUAL SAMUEL SHAER SUICIDE AWARENESS 5K! Today, we gather to remember and honor the life of Samuel Shaer, a courageous individual who fought a battle within his mind and sadly lost his life on May 11, 2023. This event serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of mental health and the urgent need to raise awareness about suicide prevention.
All proceeds raised during this event will be dedicated to the counseling fund, a vital resource that provides professional counseling services to those in need. By contributing, you directly support the individuals and families who are grappling with mental health challenges.
Race Date: October 3, 2024 @ 7:30 P.M.
PACKET PICK UP INFORMATION
VALLEY RUNNING CO. (1701 DOVE AVE W J, MCALLEN, TX 78504)
DATE: THURSDAY OCTOBER 2ND, 4:00 P.M. TO 6:00 P.M.
Friday night October 3rd @ Tres Lagos Time: TBD
5K includes
* Custom Medal
* Custom Shirt (If you register BEFORE September 21, 2025)
* Chip Timed by HogRacing Timing
* Raise Awareness
PRIZES
* Lego Starry Night - Van Gogh
Lego Sunflowers - Van Gogh
Lululemon $75 gift card (2)
Lululemon Crossbody Bags (2)
Crocs $50 Gift card + Custom Charms (2)
Owala Custom Semicolon + STAY; T-shirt (4)
Stanley Custom Semicolon + STAY; Tshirt
Rosewood Chapel Tattoo $100 Gift Certificate (2)
Sapphire Nail $100 Gift Certificate
Reminisce Vintage Clothing $50 Gift Certificate (2)
Wine + Cheese Board (2)
PLUS MORE!!!!!!
Welcome to the 3RD ANNUAL SAMUEL SHAER SUICIDE AWARENESS 5K! Today, we gather to remember and honor the life of Samuel Shaer, a courageous individual who fought a battle within his mind and sadly lost his life on May 11, 2023. This event serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of mental health and the urgent need to raise awareness about suicide prevention.
All proceeds raised during this event will be dedicated to the counseling fund, a vital resource that provides professional counseling services to those in need. By contributing, you directly support the individuals and families who are grappling with mental health challenges.
Race Date: October 3, 2024 @ 7:30 P.M.
PACKET PICK UP INFORMATION
VALLEY RUNNING CO. (1701 DOVE AVE W J, MCALLEN, TX 78504)
DATE: THURSDAY OCTOBER 2ND, 4:00 P.M. TO 6:00 P.M.
Friday night October 3rd @ Tres Lagos Time: TBD
5K includes
* Custom Medal
* Custom Shirt (If you register BEFORE September 21, 2025)
* Chip Timed by HogRacing Timing
* Raise Awareness
PRIZES
* Lego Starry Night - Van Gogh
Lego Sunflowers - Van Gogh
Lululemon $75 gift card (2)
Lululemon Crossbody Bags (2)
Crocs $50 Gift card + Custom Charms (2)
Owala Custom Semicolon + STAY; T-shirt (4)
Stanley Custom Semicolon + STAY; Tshirt
Rosewood Chapel Tattoo $100 Gift Certificate (2)
Sapphire Nail $100 Gift Certificate
Reminisce Vintage Clothing $50 Gift Certificate (2)
Wine + Cheese Board (2)
PLUS MORE!!!!!!
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 3rd October 2025 (7:30PM CDT)
$27.50
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5K Virtual
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
This is a virtual option where you can run your 5K at anytime between 10/3/2025 @ 8:00 a.m. to 10/5/25 10:00 p.m. After you have run your 5K, you can log back into the registration site and submit your time.
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