Stairs for Strides 5K
When is Stairs for Strides 5K?
Stairs for Strides 5K takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 in Wheeling, WV.
What distances does Stairs for Strides 5K offer?
Stairs for Strides 5K offers 3 events: Family Friendly Mental Health Mile, 5K Run/Walk, 5K Competitive Walk.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Friendly Mental Health Mile | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 5K Run/Walk | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| 5K Competitive Walk | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
How much does Stairs for Strides 5K cost?
Registration for Stairs for Strides 5K starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Stairs for Strides 5K held?
Stairs for Strides 5K is held in Wheeling, WV at Heritage Port.
About Stairs for Strides 5K
Support NAMI Greater Wheeling and raise awareness for mental health by kicking off your morning at 9:00 AM with our STAIRS FOR STRIDES 5K or Family Friendly Mental Health Mile throughout East Wheeling! Each participant will receive a sweat head band, wristbands, & participation coin for doing the 5K or the 1 Mile.
For our Stairs for Strides 5K climb up 350 STAIRS to show that MENTAL + PHYSICAL = HEALTH! Our Family Friendly Mental Health Mile has no stairs.
Stay after the race and join us from 10 AM-6 PM for our WHEELING FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL @ Heritage Port, Wheeling.
Enjoy your lunch & dinner from over 20 food trucks and vendors while checking out the mental health resources available in our community!
Schedule:
Friday, May 8:
NAMI's downtown Wheeling office at 1035 Chapline Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Prepacket Pickup
Saturday, May 9:
Heritage Port, 1200 Greater Wheeling Trail, Wheeling, WV 26003
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
Top 3 Female & Male in each of the following Age Groups 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
5K Competitive Walk:
Top 3 Overall Female & Male
Top 3 Female & Male in each of the following Age Groups 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+