Stairs for Strides 5K

  • Date Sat 9th May 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Wheeling, West Virginia
  • Price $28.95 - $39.95
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Stairs for Strides 5K event on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, in the beautiful East Wheeling, Marshall. This exciting day kicks off at 9:00 AM with two fantastic race options: the challenging Stairs for Strides 5K, where participants will tackle an impressive 350 stairs, and a Family Friendly Mental Health Mile for those who prefer a more leisurely pace. Each participant will receive a stylish sweat headband, wristbands, and a special participation coin to commemorate their efforts in support of NAMI Greater Wheeling and mental health awareness.

After the races, stick around for the Wheeling Food Truck Festival from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Heritage Port, where you can indulge in delicious offerings from over 20 food trucks while exploring valuable mental health resources available in our community. With awards for top finishers in various age groups and plenty of fun activities, this event promises to be a day of health, community, and celebration. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to make strides for mental health!

Organiser's Description

Support NAMI Greater Wheeling and raise awareness for mental health by kicking off your morning at 9:00 AM with our STAIRS FOR STRIDES 5K or FAMILY FRIENDLY MENTAL HEALTH MILE throughout East Wheeling! Each participant will receive a sweat head band, wristbands, & participation coin for doing the 5K or the 1 Mile.

For our Stairs for Strides 5K climb up 350 STAIRS to show that MENTAL + PHYSICAL = HEALTH! Our Family Friendly Mental Health Mile has no stairs.

Stay after the race and join us from 10 AM-6 PM for our WHEELING FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL @ Heritage Port, Wheeling.

Enjoy your lunch & dinner from over 20 food trucks and vendors while checking out the mental health resources available in our community!



SCHEDULE:
_Friday, May 8:_
NAMI's downtown Wheeling office at 1035 Chapline Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Prepacket Pickup

_Saturday, May 9:_
Heritage Port, 1200 Greater Wheeling Trail, Wheeling, WV 26003
8:00 AM - Registration & Packet Pickup
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk, 5K Competitive Walk, & Family Friendly Mental Health Mile Starts
10:00 AM - Food Trucks Open
10:30 AM - Awards Ceremony





AWARDS:
_5K Run/Walk:_
Top 3 Overall Female & Male
Top 3 Female & Male in each of the following Age Groups 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+

5K Competitive Walk:
Top 3 Overall Female & Male
Top 3 Female & Male in each of the following Age Groups 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $4.95 Fee & Sweat Head Band, Wristbands, & Participation Medal

    Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $39.95

  • 5K Competitive Walk

    Incl. $4.95 Fee & Sweat Head Band, Wristbands, & Participation Medal

    Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $39.95

  • Family Friendly Mental Health Mile

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & Sweat Head Band, Wristbands, & Participation Medal

    Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $28.95

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Location

Heritage Port, 1200 Greater Wheeling Trail, Wheeling, 26003, WV, United States

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