Run in the Park 5K • 10K & Virtual Race

Run for Your Mind. Move for Your Health. Make an Impact.

Join Perfectly Portioned Fitness (PPF) and The YAES Center for the inaugural Run in the Park 5K, 10K & Virtual Race on Saturday, April 10, 2027, at Anderson Point Park in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Held during Stress Awareness Month, this event is more than just a race, it's a movement to encourage healthier lifestyles and raise awareness about the importance of managing stress through physical activity. Whether you're an experienced runner, a beginner, or simply enjoy walking, every step you take supports a healthier mind and body.

Research continues to show that regular movement can help reduce stress, improve mood, boost energy, and support overall mental well-being. We invite you to lace up your shoes, enjoy the beautiful park scenery, and experience the positive impact that movement can have on your life.

Choose Your Challenge

• 10K Run
• 5K Run/Walk
• Virtual 5K or 10K (complete your race during race week from wherever you are)

All registered participants will receive:

• Official Run in the Park race shirt
• Finisher medal
• Official race bib (in-person participants)
• Professionally timed results (in-person participants)
  Virtual participants will receive their race shirt and finisher medal by mail.

Race Day Celebration

After crossing the finish line, stick around for our post-race celebration, Party in the Park! Celebrate your accomplishment, enjoy the music, connect with the community, and stop by our Wellness Corner, featuring local vendors offering products, services, samples, and resources.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit NAMI Wake County, whose mission is to provide support, education, and public awareness so that individuals, families, and communities facing mental health challenges can live better lives—helping us extend the impact of this event beyond race day.

Whether you're running for a personal record, walking with friends, honoring your mental health journey, or supporting a great cause, Run in the Park is your chance to move with purpose, connect with the community, and inspire others to do the same.

Together, let's raise awareness, reduce stress, build community, and prove that every mile matters.

Move Your Body. Refresh Your Mind. Run with Purpose.