Walk of Joints 2026
Oct 10Cleveland, OH5K, 1 mi
Also a 5K, 1 mi from LifeAct's Move for Mental Health 5K Run, registration open
Aid stations, cutoffs and pacing in one plan, with the timeline your crew follows. Crew invites and race-day updates come with a Race Pass.
Build my planPlease join us for our 3rd Annual Move for Mental Health, 5k Run/Walk + 1 Mile Walk at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Our goal is to prevent teen suicide one step at a time! Enjoy the run or walk, snacks + goodies, music by the Deejay JT | Cleveland and Northeast Ohio DJ, wellness + health fair, family fun activities, giveaways + more!
About Us
LifeAct’s mission is to prevent suicide by educating young people to recognize the warning signs of suicide and to seek professional help for themselves and others.
Start Time
7:30 A.M: Registration & Packet Pick-Up
8:30 A.M: 5K Run/Walk
8:45 A.M: 1 Mile Walk
9:30 A.M: Awards Ceremony
Distances
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile
Timing
5K - Chip Timed
1 Mile - Untimed
Registration
Pre-Registration
5k Run and 1 Mile walk ($30) until 11:59 PM on Thursday, August 5
August 6th th to October 10th - $35
Race Day - $40
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Strollers are allowed but no dogs are permitted in the zoo.
Your "Move for Mental Health" registration will include:
Informational booths by local health & wellness organizations
Commemorative "Move for Mental Health" T-shirt
Top runner and fundraising awards
SPECIAL BONUS!! You are welcome to spend the day enjoying the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo after the race.
Awards
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top 3 Fundraising Team
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email roadracing@hermescleveland.com
Registration opens
May 31, 2026
Tier 1 ends
Sep 12, 2026
Tier 1 ends
Oct 10, 2026
Tier 2 ends
Oct 10, 2026
Registration closes
Oct 11, 2026
Race day
Oct 11, 2026
Tier 3 ends
Oct 11, 2026
Tier 2 ends
Oct 11, 2026
1 Mile Walk
Tier 2, then $40 from Oct 11, 2026
$35
5K Timed
Tier 2, then $40 from Oct 11, 2026
$35
Cheerleader
Tier 1, then $15 from Oct 11, 2026
$12
Registration openings and major changes, like a new date or a cancellation.
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Oct 10Cleveland, OH5K, 1 mi
Also a 5K, 1 mi from LifeAct's Move for Mental Health 5K Run, registration open
Oct 10Cleveland, OH5K, 1 mi
Also a 5K, 1 mi from LifeAct's Move for Mental Health 5K Run, registration open
Oct 10Cleveland, OH5K, 1 mi
Also a 5K, 1 mi from LifeAct's Move for Mental Health 5K Run, registration open
Oct 11Cleveland, OH5K, 1 mi
Also a 5K, 1 mi from LifeAct's Move for Mental Health 5K Run, registration open
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