Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare has announced the return of the 4th Annual Healthier 901 Fest, taking place on Saturday, September 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Shelby Farms Park. The free, family-friendly outdoor celebration is designed to inspire sustainable wellness through joyful movement, practical health education, and meaningful community connections.
Healthier 901 is a community-wide movement dedicated to helping Mid-Southerners build healthier lives through manageable lifestyle adjustments. Rather than focusing on perfection, the initiative encourages participants to discover everyday habits and support networks that make wellness easier to maintain over time.
This year’s festival features a dynamic lineup of activities categorized into core community experiences:
• MOVE YOUR BODY: Attendees can participate in a new 1-mile walk or timed 4K run, alongside energizing group workouts on the Main Lawn led by the YMCA and local fitness instructors. Activities are tailored for all ages and ability levels.
• DISCOVER SOMETHING NEW: The Find Your Fit Zone will host more than 20 local organizations and wellness vendors. Visitors can access free health screenings, check out live Kroger cooking demonstrations with Chef Ragan Oglesby-Phillips, and pick up health tips and event swag.
• CELEBRATE COMMUNITY: The Main Stage will feature a DJ, sponsor giveaways, and interactive activities throughout the day, all emceed by Kym Clark and Patrick Ellis of Action News 5.
• LE BONHEUR FAMILY ZONE: Designed specifically for children and families, this area offers hula hoops, face painting, youth exercises, inflatables, and educational games to keep kids active and engaged.
The festival serves as a gateway to the broader, year-round Healthier 901 movement. Mid-Southerners of all fitness levels can join the movement to access the free Healthier 901 app, partner discounts, and community events.
For more information about the event or to join the movement, visit Healthier901.com/Fest.
