Mental Health Movement 2K | 5K | 10K Run-Walk

Event Overview

Please join us for our fourth annual Mental Health Movement 2K | 5K | 10K Run-Walk! All three events will be chip timed.

Mission Statement

• Organization: We, at Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority (NeMCMHA), aim to bring awareness to mental health in our four-county catchment area of Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle.
• Objective: Reduce the stigma of mental health.

Event Accessibility

• Routes: Our 2K and 5K routes are wheelchair and stroller accessible.
• Participation: The 10K route does include a street with curbs that must be crossed.
• Experience: Try for a personal best or simply enjoy the beauty of our river routes.
• Timing: All participants will receive a race bib with chip timers for accurate timing.

Registration Details

• Deadline: Registration ends at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
• Same Day Registration: There will be no same day registration.
• Pickup: Early bib/shirt pickup will be available on Thursday, May 14, and Friday, May 15.
• Day of Pickup: Opens at 7:30 a.m. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your event's scheduled start time.

Race Schedule

• 10K Start: The 10K run will begin at 8:30 a.m.
• 2K & 5K Start: Followed by our 2K and 5K run/walks at 8:45 a.m.

Fees and Awards

• Registration Fee: $20, includes a long-sleeved race shirt for those who register by April 28.
• Kids Registration: Free for ages 11 and under without a shirt or $20 with a shirt (must register by April 28).
• Awards: The top female, male, and non-binary finisher in the 2K and 10K will receive an award medal.
• 5K Age Brackets: Awards for top finishers in six age brackets (11 & Under, 12 - 17, 18 - 29, 30 - 44, 45 - 59, 60+).

Routes Information

• Starting Point: All routes will begin and end at 400 Johnson St. in Alpena, MI.
• 2K Route: 2K Route
• 5K Route: 5K Route
• 10K Route: 10K Route

Additional Information

• Bib Pickup Table: Located at the driveway entrance on 400 Johnson St.
• Parking: Handicap parking available at NeMCMHA: all other parking at Alpena Community College (ACC) across Johnson Street.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed at this event for the safety of our participants.
• Weather Policy: Rain or shine! Start times may be delayed in the event of lightning.

Refund Policy

Refunds will only be issued if the organizer cancels the event.

More Details

For more information, please visit our race webpage.