
Adam Downer Memorial Suicide Awareness 5K is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Pablo, MT, with an entry fee of $25.
From the Organizer
🏃♀️🏃♂️ Join us for a day of movement, connection, remembrance, and hope at the Adam Downer Memorial Suicide Awareness 5K on the beautiful campus of Salish Kootenai College in Pablo, Montana.
💜 This annual event honors the memory of Adam Downer, a nursing student whose life touched many within our school and community. Together, we gather to celebrate his legacy, raise awareness for suicide prevention, support mental health, and remind one another that no one walks alone.
🌟 Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome. Whether you're chasing a personal record, jogging with friends, walking with family, or showing up to support a cause close to your heart, there is a place for you here.
🏁 This year's event will feature two races, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, with a full day of activities in between. Throughout the day, participants can enjoy:
🎤 Inspiring guest speakers
🧠 Mental health and wellness resources
🤝 Community resource booths
🎁 Giveaways and participant swag
🍔 Delicious food vendors
💬 Opportunities to connect, learn, and support one another
🌄 The race route winds through the scenic Salish Kootenai College campus, showcasing the natural beauty of the Flathead Reservation while bringing together students, families, healthcare professionals, tribal community members, and supporters from across Montana.
🎓 Most importantly, every registration, donation, and sponsorship helps support the Adam Downer Memorial Scholarship Fund, creating opportunities for future students and ensuring that Adam's legacy continues to make a difference for years to come.
💜 Come run.
💜 Come walk.
💜 Come connect.
💜 Come remember.
Together, we can raise awareness, strengthen our communities, support one another, and take meaningful steps toward hope and healing.
✨ We look forward to seeing you at the starting line! ✨
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
66°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Polson, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
MSO
Missoula Montana Airport · 47 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
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Adam Downer Memorial Suicide Awareness 5K
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