Rainbow Run/Walk 5K

01jun6:00 am8:08 amRainbow Run/Walk 5KCole Park6:00 am - 8:08 am(GMT-05:00) Event Organized ByCoastal Bend Pride CenterCole Park, 2600 Ocean Dr. Corpus Christi, Texas

Event Details

🌈 Join Us for the Second Annual Rainbow Run/Walk 5K! πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ’¨

πŸŽ‰ Get ready to brighten your stride and support an incredible cause! The Coastal Bend Pride Center is thrilled to invite you to lace up your running shoes for our vibrant Rainbow Run/Walk 5K. This spectacular event is set against the picturesque backdrop of Cole Park in downtown Corpus Christi, marking a festive kick-off to Pride Month on June 1, 2024.

πŸ•’ Early Birds Catch the Worm! Tickets will be up for sale March 1 and remain open online until May 31! Day of registration and check-in opens at 6:00 AM, with the race springing to life at 7:00 AM sharp. Note: there will be an extra charge of $10 per ticket for in person registration the morning of the race.

🌈 Race entry tickets are just $25, or make it a bundle with entry and a dazzling Rainbow Run/Walk T-shirt for $40.

πŸ‘• Grab your exclusive race T-shirt by securing your t-shirt inclusive ticket by 11:00 AM, May 27. Missed the deadline? A limited selection will be available for purchase on race day. Don’t miss out on sporting your rainbow pride!

Learn more from the event host: Coastal Bend Pride Center

Time

June 1, 2024 6:00 am - 8:08 am(GMT-06:00)

Location

Cole Park

2600 Ocean Dr. Corpus Christi, Texas

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Organizer

Coastal Bend Pride Center

The Coastal Bend Pride Center is a cornerstone for the LGBTQIA+ community in the Corpus Christi area and beyond, offering an inclusive safe space and a variety of crucial services. Established as the first and only LGBTQIA+ community center south of San Antonio, the Pride Center extends its reach to 12 counties within the Coastal Bend region. It focuses on nurturing a supportive environment through its social and support groups tailored to diverse needs, including those of youth, families, and the wider LGBTQIA+ population.

The Center’s dedication to mental health is evident in its counseling services, which cover a spectrum from individual to family therapy. They have a commitment to supporting the community\'s well-being, both mental and physical, with health screenings, HIV/STD prevention and education, and offering connections to LGBTQIA+-friendly healthcare providers.

Education and empowerment are also key missions of the Pride Center. They provide educational resources and training, aiming to increase LGBTQIA+ cultural competency and history awareness. The Pride Center actively hosts and organizes community events and programming to foster learning, networking, and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ rights and well-being.

Furthermore, the Pride Center\'s involvement goes beyond providing services. They engage in community outreach and education to the general public and health providers, ensuring a broader impact for their advocacy and support initiatives.

In essence, the Coastal Bend Pride Center stands as a beacon of hope, resources, and community for the LGBTQIA+ population in the Coastal Bend region, making it an invaluable asset to the area. It\'s a place where health, wellness, education, and advocacy intersect to support and elevate the lives of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies.

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