Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Springfield, Tennessee
- Price $12.79
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us in Springfield, Robertson on Saturday, September 12, 2026, for the uplifting "Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!" 5K event, dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention. This inspiring race aims to honor the 1,279 Tennesseans lost to suicide in 2023, reminding us that every life matters and that there is hope and healing available for those facing mental health challenges. With a registration fee set at $12.79, participants can reflect on the lives affected while coming together as a community to promote support and resilience. Whether you choose to walk or run, your participation will help spread vital messages of hope and encourage open conversations about mental health. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and show your support on this meaningful day!
Organiser's Description
In 2023, Tennessee lost 1,279 individuals to suicide [https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/program-areas/2025%20Suicide%20Prevention%20Annual%20Report.pdf]. [https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/program-areas/2025%20Suicide%20Prevention%20Annual%20Report.pdf] Even one life lost to suicide is one too many.
The Robertson County Health Council is passionate about suicide prevention awareness and together we are hosting the "Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!" 5K to increase suicide prevention awareness and promote organizations that can support individuals experiencing mental health challenges and/or thoughts of suicide. Through our collective effort, we hope individuals in Robertson County find hope, healing, and the strength to just keep going!
You may notice the cost of this race is set at $12.79, this is intentional to remember the 1,279 Tennesseans who died by suicide. Join us on September 12th for the "Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!" Suicide Prevention Awareness 5K and help us spread messages of hope, resilience, and that help is available.
The Robertson County Health Council is passionate about suicide prevention awareness and together we are hosting the "Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!" 5K to increase suicide prevention awareness and promote organizations that can support individuals experiencing mental health challenges and/or thoughts of suicide. Through our collective effort, we hope individuals in Robertson County find hope, healing, and the strength to just keep going!
You may notice the cost of this race is set at $12.79, this is intentional to remember the 1,279 Tennesseans who died by suicide. Join us on September 12th for the "Whether you walk it or run it, just keep going!" Suicide Prevention Awareness 5K and help us spread messages of hope, resilience, and that help is available.
Races
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Suicide Prevention Awareness 5K
Incl. $1.67 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$12.79
OPENS 01 MARYou are not alone. Call the 988 Lifeline today if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health challenge and would like to talk to a trained counselor.
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4635 US-41, Springfield, 37172, TN, United States
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