Events
World Mental Health Day 2026
Move for Your Mental Well-Being
Join us virtually on October 10 for the World Mental Health Day 5K, a celebration of movement, community, and mental well-being.
Complete your 5K wherever you are and in whatever way feels best to you. Run your favorite neighborhood route, explore a local trail, hop on the treadmill, or gather friends and family to move together. Every participant helps raise awareness for mental health while supporting Still I Run's mission to promote movement for mental well-being.
As the culminating event of National Run for Mental Health Week, the World Mental Health Day 5K brings people together from across the country for one shared day of movement and purpose.
Registration Options
$10 Registration
- Official event registration
- Participation in the virtual World Mental Health Day 5K
- One entry into our World Mental Health Day Prize Drawing
$25 Commemorative Collection Registration
Celebrate the occasion with our limited-edition Commemorative Collection, which includes:
- Woven iron-on patch
- Gym bag/luggage tag
- Performance neck gaiter
- One entry into our World Mental Health Day prize drawing
These exclusive keepsakes are only available with the Commemorative Collection registration while supplies last. Swag deadline is September 12, 2026.
Make an Even Bigger Impact
You'll also have the option to create a fundraiser during registration. Every dollar raised helps Still I Run provide free programs, supportive communities, and resources that empower people to move for their mental well-being.
However you choose to complete your 5K, you'll be joining thousands of people making movement part of the conversation around mental health. We can't wait to celebrate with you on World Mental Health Day.
Support the Movement
$10
Raised of $5,000
Prize Drawing Opportunity!
We're a fan of giveaways. That's why we're holding a raffle for some fabulous swag bags with a variety of goodies in them. There are two ways to get raffle tickets:
- Sign up for either of the the virtual events (This nets you one raffle ticket!)
- Make a donation. Every $5 = One raffle ticket
Even if you don't want to sign-up for the race, you can still donate for a chance to win some fabulous prizes!
If you're wondering what items are included in the raffle, you can expect to find various gear/products from these (& more!) amazing companies:
- Prize Package from Tracksmith
- Skincare Products from FRE
- Still I Run medal rack from Allied Metals
- Hat from BOCO
- Yoga mat from Lululmon
- Sunglasses from Tifosi
No purchase or donation necessary to enter. To enter without registering or donating, you may submit a mail-in entry. Send a handwritten 3x5 card with your full name, mailing address, email and phone number to: Still I Run, PO Box 10, Hudsonville, MI 49426. Entries must be postmarked by October 1, 2026 and received by October 10, 2026.
Contact Form
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Event Location
Anywhere you are!
PO Box 10
Anywhere, MI 99999 US
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FAQ
What is the World Mental Health Day 5K?
The World Mental Health Day 5K is a virtual event that takes place during National Run for Mental Health Week. It's a chance to celebrate the positive impact movement can have on mental health while helping raise awareness and reduce stigma. You can participate from wherever you are and complete your 5K at your own pace.
You can complete your 5K anytime on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in honor of World Mental Health Day.
Anywhere! Complete your 5K in your neighborhood, at your favorite park, on a treadmill, on a trail, or wherever you enjoy moving.
No. This is a fun, non-competitive event. There's no official timing requirement—just complete your 5K and celebrate what movement means to you.
After you complete your 5K, you'll receive an email with a link to submit your results through RunSignUp. Sharing your results is optional, but we'd love to celebrate your accomplishment!
You can choose the registration option that works best for you. The $10 registration includes event participation only. The $25 registration includes event participation plus an exclusive swag bundle featuring an official event neck gaiter, a woven patch, a gym bag/luggage tag, and one entry into our prize pack giveaway.
To guarantee your swag bundle, you must register by September 12, 2026.
Swag packages will begin shipping on October 1, 2026, giving most participants plenty of time to receive their items before World Mental Health Day.
Yes! Registration remains open after September 12, but the swag package is only guaranteed for participants who register by the deadline. After that date, the $10 registration option will remain available.
Registration fees are not tax-deductible because you are receiving event participation (and potentially swag) in return. Additional donations made to Still I Run may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Absolutely! During registration, you can create a personal fundraising page to help raise awareness and support Still I Run's mission of promoting mental health through running and movement. Every dollar raised helps us reach more people with life-changing programs and resources.
Join the official National Run for Mental Health Week to connect with participants from across the country, share your miles, encourage one another, and be part of the movement all week long. You can find more information here: https://hub.stillirun.org/national-run-for-mental-health-week
Your registration helps support Still I Run's mission to promote mental health through running and movement. Proceeds help fund programs that create welcoming communities, provide mental health resources, and make movement more accessible to people seeking support.
