Each month we look for events in and around the Raleigh area that promote health, wellness, and an active lifestyle. These “Healthy Happenings” serve as excellent ways to engage with your community while getting in a great workout. Most of the time, these events also support a great cause. It’s a win/win/win! If you’re looking for some fun things to do in Raleigh in September 2019, look no farther:
Healthy Happenings – September 2019
Sunday, September 8th – Canes 5K
The seventh annual Canes 5k presented by UNC REX Healthcare and assisted by Raleigh Orthopaedic takes place at PNC Arena on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 9:30 a.m. All proceeds benefit the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation.
Race registration includes a ticket to a pre-selected 2019-20 Hurricanes home game, commemorative t-shirt, customized race bib, post-race breakfast, and a chance to win raffle prizes! Participants 21 years and older will receive a complimentary beer after the race.
The event includes a 5k race around PNC Arena, Caniac Kids Dashes, multiple inflatables, and appearances by Stormy and the Pepsi Storm Squad. Hurricanes players, staff, and alumni are also scheduled to participate.
Learn more HERE.
Sunday, September 8th – Oak City Mile
The Oak City Mile is produced, managed, and timed by Precision Race and the new Runologie running store on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh is the host.
The race charity is the ALS Association North Carolina Chapter in Raleigh. This group serves all 100 counties and sponsors all 5 ALS clinics in North Carolina. They fund research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy. The ALS Association is, in fact, the only national not-for-profit health organization dedicated solely to the fight against ALS.
Register HERE.
Saturday, September 21st – Gail Parkins Memorial Ovarian Cancer Walk & 5K Run
This event raises awareness for the disease, provides financial support to research efforts, and pays tribute to those touched by ovarian cancer. This is a competitive run with official times, race results, and awards. All proceeds are donated to the Ovarian Cancer Research program at Duke University.
You can find all of the information you need HERE.
Sunday, September 22nd – A New Lease on Life
A New Lease on Life assists those experiencing homelessness to get back on their feet through stable housing. Participating housing companies provide an available apartment home at a reduced rate over a 12-24 month period. This helps families to establish up to 2 years of positive rental history. As a result, these families can remain as market renters or, in some instances, they can purchase a home of their very own.
Their Mission Statement: Empowering those who are experiencing homelessness by equipping them with opportunities to obtain stable housing.
This event kicks off with a walk around WakeMed Soccer Park. Fit & Able will also stage a 5K and 10K race at WakeMed Soccer Park.
You can learn all about it HERE.
Saturday, September 28th – Starry Night Walk
When you attend the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Starry Night Walk, you’ll give hope to families battling this disease. Raise funds for research and family support programs, light a lantern to honor local families, and enjoy a fun and inspiring afternoon for all ages!
Starry Night is free but if you raise $100 or more, then you receive a collectible Starry Night T-shirt, food, and a lantern to light at your event. All Stars, their parents/guardians and siblings receive a free T-shirt, food, and lantern at event. Watch their video to see why your support matters.
Register HERE.
Sunday, September 29th – Exit Opioids 5K Run/Walk
Exit Opioids (Exit) is a non-profit organization that was established in 2019 in Cary, North Carolina and created to connect people suffering from drug addiction to treatment centers, services, and resources in the fastest way possible to help them eliminate drug dependency.
During the event, the film “The First Day” by award-winning filmmaker Jonathan Hock will be presented. This film focuses on the struggles facing youth today and the reasons why young people turn to substances in the first place.
This first-time event will be held on the Dorothea Dix Campus on Sunday, September 29, beginning at 9 am. Profits from the event will go to Exit Opioids.
Click here for more information on how Exit Opioids plans to fulfill their mission.
To register, click HERE.
There are some truly great Healthy Happenings this month! We hope this blog has helped you find something fun to do this month. As always, if you know of any great events you’d like to see us promote please let us know!
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Healthy Happenings – September 2019