On Saturday, September 27, 2025 Chautauqua County will make history with a first-of-its-kind event: the Stomp Out the Stigma 5K, a powerful evening run/walk taking place directly on the runway at the Chautauqua County/Jamestown Airport.
This unforgettable event will raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention, lighting the way for hope and healing across our community.
As the sun sets and the runway lights glow, participants will race down the tarmac—symbolizing our collective journey from darkness into light. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your presence sends a strong message: no one walks alone when it comes to mental health.
Event Date: Saturday, September, 27, 2025
Event Time: Registration 5 PM- 6PM Race starts 6:05 PM
Location: Jamestown Airport, 3309-3499 Airport Dr, Jamestown, NY 14701
Register Now: Run Sign Up-Event Page
“We wanted to do something bold, and what’s bolder than lighting up a runway for suicide prevention?” said Carri Raynor, Director of the Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County. “This 5K is about movement and meaning. It’s about showing up for those who need support, honoring those we’ve lost, and proving that hope is alive and well in our county.”
Register by September 19th to Get an Awesome Event T-Shirt!
Register by Friday, September 19th, 2025 will receive a limited-edition Stomp Out the Stigma race T-shirt, a symbol of your commitment to breaking down barriers and shining light in dark places.
Why You Should Join Us:
- Glow gear encouraged! Let’s light up the runway in honor of hope and resilience.
- Music, community booths, and inspiration will be waiting at the finish line.
- All proceeds benefit local suicide prevention and mental health initiatives.
- Team and group registration is encouraged. Walk or run with your school, workplace, or in memory of a loved one.
- Fundraising is welcome. Every dollar makes a difference!
Whether you're walking to remember, running to raise awareness, or showing up for someone you love-this is your moment to help stomp out the stigma surrounding suicide and mental health in our community.
Step onto the runway. Step into hope. Together, we can light the way. Together, we stomp out the stigma!
For questions, sponsorships, team sign-ups, or volunteer opportunities, visit the Facebook event page, coalition website preventsuicidechq.com, or registration site Run Sign Up-Event Page .
