Run to the “MAX” for Mental Health – Gadsden, AL 2026

Date
May 9, 2026
Location
Gadsden, AL
Venue
Noccalula Fall Black Creek Trails
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $30.00
Events
5k Run, 1 mile Fun Walk, Sleep in Option (T-Shirt only)
Includes
T-Shirt
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Run to the "MAX" for Mental Health is a 5k trail run / fun walk at the Noccalula Falls Black Creek Trails in Gadsden, Al on May 9th, 2026. The run is being held to support the nonprofit organization MAXimizing Mental Health, Inc. that is named after our son Max Cochran, a young man who took his own life at age 19. Max was a beautiful, vibrant, loving, person that “lit up” the entire room every time he would walked in one. Unknown too many people, Max fought for many years to defeat his struggles with mental illness and was a very strong willed person that tried many different ways to overcome his personal battles. In the end life became more than he could endure. We want to bring awareness and remove the stigma of Mental Illness in our community, especially in our youth, and raise money so we can offer free Mental Health counseling to our community students. Awards to be presented after the race. 7:00 am - 7:50 Race Day Registration!! 8:00 am Start Time!! NOTE: Participants can registe

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run to the “MAX” for Mental Health – Gadsden, AL 2026?

Run to the “MAX” for Mental Health – Gadsden, AL 2026 takes place on May 9, 2026. The race is held in Gadsden, Alabama.

Where is Run to the “MAX” for Mental Health – Gadsden, AL 2026 held?

Run to the “MAX” for Mental Health – Gadsden, AL 2026 is held at Noccalula Fall Black Creek Trails in Gadsden, Alabama.

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