One step at a time. One life at a time.

Join STOPS for the STOPS 5K Fun Run and Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Abita Springs Trailhead.

This is a community walk and fun run created to bring people together for suicide prevention, awareness, remembrance, and hope. You do not have to be a runner to participate. You can walk, jog, bring your family, form a team, or simply show up in support.

Every step helps remind someone they are not alone.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Abita Springs Trailhead
City: Abita Springs, Louisiana
Hosted by: STOPS

Why We Walk

We walk for the people we love.
We walk for the people we have lost.
We walk for the people still fighting silent battles.
We walk for families, friends, students, veterans, neighbors, and every person who needs to know their life matters.

The STOPS 5K Fun Run and Walk is more than an event. It is a visible reminder that hope, help, and community are still here.

What to Expect

The STOPS 5K Fun Run and Walk is open to all ages and fitness levels. Participants are welcome to run, walk, jog, or move at their own pace.

Come as an individual, bring your family, invite your coworkers, or create a team in honor or memory of someone you love.

This event is about connection, support, awareness, and taking one step forward together.

Need Help Now?

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

You are not alone. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.