Boo the Stigma 5K

OCT
31
2026
A community 5K at Shelby Middle School focused on mental health awareness, with provider booths, participant shirts and medals, family activities, and fundraising for kids.
Sat 31 Oct 2026
5 kilometers

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Boo the Stigma 5K

Boo the Stigma is a community event held at Shelby Middle School on the school's cross country trail that aims to raise awareness of mental health. The event features a 5K walk/race and welcomes participants of all ages.

Participants receive t-shirts and medals. There will be booths staffed by local mental health providers offering information about available resources. Proceeds from the event will go toward purchasing supplies to help children in need.

The event program includes trick or treating, food trucks, goody bags, a 50/50 raffle, and a costume contest. Registration is open from 8/28/2026 until 10/30/2026, with a registration fee of $40. Time divisions for results and awards are organized by age groups: 10 and under, 10 to 15, 16 to 20, 21 to 30, 31 to 40, 41 to 50, 51 to 60, and 61 and over.

The description focuses on event features, available participant items, community resource booths, fundraising purpose, and the age group divisions used for timing and awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
Boo the Stigma 5k

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