SELAH Accepts the Challenge!
We're proud to announce our participation in Challenge Accepted 2025
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 28th! Selah will be hosting the Norman/Goldsby community in Selah for Challenge Accepted 2025—a day-long celebration supporting mental health resources for first responders and veterans.
Why This Matters to Selah
At Selah, we are committed to creating spaces of restoration, connection, and purpose, and Challenge Accepted 2025 reflects these values in action. By supporting this event, we honor the bravery of those who serve our communities while helping expand access to trauma therapy and mental health resources. It's a powerful day where healing meets celebration, and community becomes the catalyst for lasting impact.
About Challenge Accepted
This annual event combines community building with purpose, offering six major attractions from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM:
🏃 Brandon Gray Thin Line Memorial Trail Run 5K (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM) Honor the lives of first responders and veterans while enjoying Selah's beautiful trails. All fitness levels welcome!
🚗 Brake the Stigma Charity Car Show (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM) Located in the Sweetwater District, this show brings together car enthusiasts to raise awareness around mental health in high-stress professions.
💦 Oklahoma's Largest Water Balloon Battle (Afternoon) Get ready for an epic soaking-wet showdown with specialty rounds including Fire vs. Police and Veterans Only competitions.
🚒 Touch-A-Truck Experience (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM) Perfect for families! Children can explore emergency vehicles, construction equipment, and meet community heroes.
🧒 Children's Business Fair (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM) Support young entrepreneurs at this special fair hosted by Evergreen Acton Academy at Selah.
🎆 Independence Day Drone Show (9:00 PM) End the day with a sensory-friendly drone show celebrating courage, accompanied by live music and food trucks.
Our Involvement
We’re honored to serve as the host location for Challenge Accepted 2025, welcoming families, first responders, veterans, and supporters to Selah for a day grounded in healing, connection, and community spirit. Our grounds will become the backdrop for powerful moments of reflection, celebration, and support—aligning perfectly with our mission to be a place where restoration begins and purpose is renewed.
How You Can Join Us
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Location: Selah – 18935 Selah Way Norman, OK
Social Media: Follow and tag @challengeacceptedok and use #ChallengeAcceptedOK
We look forward to seeing our community come together for this important cause!
