Imagine a place where families, friends, neighbors, and local businesses come together to move their bodies, strengthen their minds, support one another, and discover resources that help people thrive.
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The Steps Toward Healing 5K & Wellness Festival is more than a race to us!
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It's a community movement dedicated to promoting emotional wellness, reducing the stigma surrounding mental health, and creating meaningful connections throughout Tampa Bay.
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Hosted by Peaceful Connections Counseling & Consulting Services, this inaugural event invites people of all ages and abilities to participate in a day of movement, education, and celebration.
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Explore this event page and don't forget to
lace up your shoes and sign up below for the race/run/walk!
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Our Why
Mental wellness affects everyone and any relationship dynamic. There can be stress, anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, and life transitions weaving throughout and within. While we understand people struggle alone, we also believe healing happens in connection.
Our goal for the Steps for Healing 5K and Wellness Festival is to create a welcoming space where people can:
✓ Move their bodies
✓ Learn about emotional wellness
✓ Discover community resources
✓ Connect with local businesses
✓ Spend intentional time with family
✓ Celebrate hope and resilience
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Our Cause
Investing in Community Mental Wellness
Proceeds from the event help Peaceful Connections expand access to mental wellness education, community outreach, workshops, support groups, and wellness initiatives that strengthen individuals, couples, and families throughout our community.
Together, we can create a healthier future—one step at a time.
Support and Service
Become a Sponsor
Community leaders make community events possible.
Become a Founding Sponsor of the inaugural Steps Toward Healing 5K & Wellness Festival and demonstrate your commitment to building a healthier community.
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Benefits include:
✔ Community recognition
✔ Vendor opportunities
✔ Brand exposure
✔ Employee engagement
✔ Meaningful community impact
Become a Vendor
Are you a business or organization that supports health, wellness, education, or families?
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We'd love to have you join our Wellness Village.
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Vendor categories include:
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Medical
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Mental Health
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Fitness
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Nutrition
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Children's Services
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Community Organizations
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Holistic Wellness
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Education
Volunteer
Looking for a meaningful way to serve your community?
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Volunteers help create an unforgettable experience for hundreds of families.
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Volunteer opportunities include:
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Registration
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Water Stations
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Kids Zone
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Vendor Assistance
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Setup
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Breakdown
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Hospitality
Explore the Festival
View the exciting features of the Run/Walk/Race as well as Wellness Festival!
5K Walk/Run
Timed and untimed participation welcome.
Walkers encouraged.
Families encouraged.
Strollers welcome.
Wellness Village
Meet local organizations and businesses dedicated to supporting physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
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Community Stage
Enjoy live music, wellness demonstrations, sponsor recognition, family activities, and community presentations throughout the morning.
Kids Zone
Family-friendly fun designed to help children move, create, and connect.
Food & Refreshments
Healthy snacks
Coffee
Food trucks
Hydration stations