Stairs for Strides 5K
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Wheeling, West Virginia
- Price $28.95
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of health and community at the Stairs for Strides 5K on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Wheeling, Marshall! This exciting event combines the joy of running or walking with a powerful mission to raise awareness for mental health, supporting NAMI Greater Wheeling. Participants can choose from a 5K Run/Walk, a 5K Competitive Walk, or a Family Friendly Mental Health Mile, making it the perfect outing for everyone, regardless of their fitness level.
The day kicks off with registration and packet pickup at Heritage Port, followed by the races starting at 9:00 AM. Whether you're running for fun or competing for prizes, there are awards for the top finishers in various age groups, ensuring a spirited competition. Plus, every participant will receive a sweat headband, wristbands, and a participation medal to commemorate their achievement. Don't miss out on food trucks opening at 10:00 AM and the awards ceremony at 10:30 AM, making this a day filled with fun, community spirit, and a commitment to mental health. Join us in making strides for a great cause!
The day kicks off with registration and packet pickup at Heritage Port, followed by the races starting at 9:00 AM. Whether you're running for fun or competing for prizes, there are awards for the top finishers in various age groups, ensuring a spirited competition. Plus, every participant will receive a sweat headband, wristbands, and a participation medal to commemorate their achievement. Don't miss out on food trucks opening at 10:00 AM and the awards ceremony at 10:30 AM, making this a day filled with fun, community spirit, and a commitment to mental health. Join us in making strides for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Mental + Physical = Health
Support NAMI Greater Wheeling and raise awareness for mental health by running or walking in our Stairs for Strides 5K.
Each participant will receive a sweat head band, wristbands, & participation medal for doing the 5K or the 1 Mile.
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+
Support NAMI Greater Wheeling and raise awareness for mental health by running or walking in our Stairs for Strides 5K.
Each participant will receive a sweat head band, wristbands, & participation medal for doing the 5K or the 1 Mile.
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
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.95 Fee & Sweat Head Band, Wristbands, & Participation Medal
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.95
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5K Competitive Walk
Incl. $3.95 Fee & Sweat Head Band, Wristbands, & Participation Medal
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.95
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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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