A Community Bonfire for
Mental Health Awareness &
Suicide Prevention

Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 7PM

Recreation Field, 198 South Greeley Avenue, Chappaqua NY 10514
Weather Permitting

This year our annual event moves from sunrise to sunset.
Join us for an evening of community and hope.

Free and open to all. Families welcome.

Almost every family has been touched by mental health struggles, but many people still carry them in silence. When we show up for each other, we send a clear message: you matter, you belong here, and help is available. Join us for a bonfire, music, honoring personal stories, and time together.

The evening

• 7:00 PM – Gather. Music, food truck, and time with neighbors.

• 7:15 PM – Speeches. Hear from community leaders, a mental health professional, and a community member who will share their own experience.

• 7:45 PM – Bonfire. Close the evening around a community bonfire, with a candle lighting ceremony and a moment of remembrance and eflection. The ice cream truck will be there afterward.

Get involved

• Volunteer: help with setup, lanterns, candles, or greeting guests.
  Volunteer Sign-Up

• Spread the word: share this page and bring a friend.

Good to know

• Dress for the evening chill.

• Candles will be provided.

• Parking:at Robert E. Bell Middle School.

• Support staff will be on site for anyone who needs to talk.

Need help now? Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, any time, day or night. You are not alone.