Never Walk Alone
Sat, Aug 1, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Orrville, OH
- Orrville Area Boys & Girls Club, 820 N Ella St, 44667
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Run or walk with purpose at this community-led 5K, raising vital awareness and support for mental health services.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
For a CauseJoin the Never Walk Alone 5K, an event initiated by teenagers from the Boys and Girls Club to champion mental health awareness. This race highlights the importance of every individual and community togetherness, with proceeds supporting Erika's Lighthouse, an organization providing vital mental health services. It's a meaningful opportunity to connect and support a crucial cause in Orrville.
What to expect
- Participate in a 5K run or a relaxed 1-mile walk. - Receive a commemorative event t-shirt with your registration. - Celebrate community and mental health awareness.
Standout details
- Youth-led initiative for mental health
- Supports Erika's Lighthouse
- Includes a commemorative t-shirt
- Awards for top finishers
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Aug 1, 9:05 AM EDT · From $15.95
Opens Apr 2, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Aug 1, 2026, 5:20 AM EDT
- 5K
Sat, Aug 1, 9:00 AM EDT · From $28.95
Opens Apr 2, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Aug 1, 2026, 5:15 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoingwarm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
Never Walk Alone is a 5k that comes from the teenagers from the boys and girls club. The teens wanted to start a 5k to raise awareness about mental health. They realized that so many people struggle in their community, so they decided to do something about it. This 5k is a reminder how important every person is in the world. While also highlighting the importance of togetherness as a city. The money raised through this event will support the organization Erika's Lighthouse which the teens chose. Erika's lighthouse provides mental health services to Wayne County and across the country. The race with take place in the city of Orrville starting at the Boys and Girls club at 9:00am on August 1st. If you do not like to run don't worry, there will be a 1 mile walk option as well!!! Please join us for this awesome opportunity to love on our community!
Shirts: Include with your registration is a t-shirt! We offer Youth Small to Large, Adult Small to 2X-Large, and a no shirt option for $5 discount. Shirts will be limited after July 12 with limited selection!
Schedule: 7:30 AM - Race Pickup 9:00 AM - 5k Race start 9:05 AM - One Mile Walk Starts 10:00 AM - Award Ceremony
Awards: 5k Run/Walk: Top 1 Overall Women/Men Top 1 Women/Men in each age group 1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
1 Mile Walk: Top 1 Overall Women/Men
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