Strides for Speech

Strides for Speech

Wake Forest, NC
Oct 26, 2025
5K / 1 mile

Sub-events Details

Fun Run

1 mile
Oct 26, 2025 (Sun)
11:30 AM
Wheelchair race
in person
Adults

5K

5K
Oct 26, 2025 (Sun)
12:00 PM
Wheelchair race
in person
Adults

Virtual 5K

5K
Oct 26, 2025 (Sun)
12:00 AM
Wheelchair race
virtual
Adults

Event details

Strides for Speech is a 5K and Fun Run perfect for the whole family! This accessible and inclusive race will be held at Joyner Park on smooth, paved courses. Both races are open to runners, walkers, wheelchair-users, and anyone else looking to get active. The goal of Strides for Speech is to support Triangle Aphasia Project's community programming for people with aphasia while providing a space for people with all abilities to get moving. 

Schedule of race day: 

10:30 - Registration and Bib Pick Up 

11:30 - Fun Run Start 

12:00 - 5K Start

12:00 - 1:30 - Complimentary BBQ Sliders and Iced Tea provided by Smith's Smokehouse and Smoothies while supplies last

1:15 - Awards

Triangle Aphasia Project Unlimited (TAP) is a non-profit dedicated to supporting individuals with aphasia and their families across North Carolina. Our specialized group programs align with various interests and passions, fostering an environment where individuals with aphasia are inspired to enhance their communication skills and participate confidently within their communities. The outcome is the restoration of hope, determination, purpose, and engagement. Discover more about us at aphasiaproject.org.

 

REGISTRATION FEES/DATES/CATEGORIES

 

5K: Registration will include TAP merch, with the option to add this year's Strides for Speech t-shirt.
o Until July 31: $25 
o August 1 – Race Day: $30

 

Virtual 5K: Registration will include TAP merch, with the option to add this year's Strides for Speech t-shirt. Shipping cost is included in registration.
o Until July 31: $25
o August 1 – Race Day: $30

 

Fun Run: Your $10 registration will include TAP merch, with the option to add this year's Strides for Speech t-shirt.

 

AWARDS/CATEGORIES
5K Top 3 Overall Male/Female/Non-Binary
5K Top Age Group Male/Female: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59, 60+

Price starting at:

$10