About this Event
Join Healthlincs for our 1st Annual Youth Mental Health Run/Walk, a family-friendly community event dedicated to raising awareness about youth mental health, promoting emotional wellness, and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health challenges.
This exciting event will bring together youth, families, community members, local organizations, and advocates for a day of movement, education, inspiration, and support. Whether you're participating in the walk/run, supporting a loved one, or simply standing behind the cause, every step helps strengthen mental health awareness in our communities.
📅 Event Information
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Check-In Opens: 9:30 AM
Walk/Run Begins: 11:00 AM
Location: Bladensburg Waterfront Park
4601 Annapolis Road
Bladensburg, MD 20710
Every Ticket Includes:
✅ Official Runner Bib
✅ 2 Bottles of Water
✅ 1 Energy Bar
✅ 1 Raffle Entry
🎉 Every Ticket Purchase Includes a FREE Raffle Entry!
Thanks to the generous support of our valued sponsor, Giant Food, every ticket purchased is automatically entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $50 Giant Food Gift Card.
🏆 At least 20 winners will be selected!
No additional registration is required. Simply purchase your ticket and attend the event for your chance to win.
We sincerely thank Giant Food for partnering with Healthlincs and supporting youth mental health and community wellness.
⚠️ Important Attendance Information
Tickets are required for ALL attendees, including:
- Walk/Run Participants
- Family Members
- Spectators
- Supporters
This helps us ensure adequate event supplies, refreshments, safety planning, and accommodations for everyone attending.
What to Expect
🏃 Community Walk/Run
🧠 Youth Mental Health Awareness Activities
🤝 Community Resources & Information
🍎 Health and Wellness Vendors
🎁 Giveaways and Raffle Prizes
💙 Family-Friendly Fun
📸 Photo Opportunities
🌟 Community Partners and Exhibitors
Why We Run/Walk
Mental health affects every community, every family, and every child. By participating in the Healthlincs Youth Mental Health Walk/Run, you are helping raise awareness, encourage open conversations, and support access to resources that empower young people and families to thrive.
Together, we can create a future where every child feels supported, every family feels connected, and mental health is treated as an essential part of overall well-being.
Register today and join the movement for youth mental health! 💙🧠🏃♀️🏃♂️
Event venue & nearby stays
Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601, Bladensburg, United States
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