When
Saturday, May 8th, 2027
Where
Heritage Port, Wheeling WV
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: STAIRS FOR STRIDES 5K
- Date: 2027-05-08
- Location: Heritage Port, Wheeling, WV
- Time: 9:00 AM
Purpose
- Support: NAMI Greater Wheeling
- Awareness: Raise awareness for mental health
- Activities: Participate in the 5K or the Family Friendly Mental Health Mile
- Gift: Each participant will receive a sweat headband, wristbands, and a participation coin
Race Details
- 5K Challenge: Climb up 350 STAIRS
- Slogan: MENTAL + PHYSICAL = HEALTH!
- Mile Option: Family Friendly Mental Health Mile has no stairs
- Post-Race Event: Enjoy the WHEELING FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL from 10 AM-6 PM
Schedule
- Friday, May 8: Prepacket Pickup at NAMI's downtown Wheeling office
- Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Saturday, May 9:
- Location: Heritage Port, 1200 Greater Wheeling Trail, Wheeling, WV
- 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
- Age Groups: Recognition for top 3 in each of the following: 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
- 5K Competitive Walk: Top 3 Overall Female & Male
- Age Groups: Recognition for top 3 in each of the following: 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
More Information
- Website: Stairs for Strides 5K
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