20th Annual Walk the Walk for Mental Health - Hope in Every Step
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Hinsdale, Illinois
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to step forward for mental health at the 20th Annual Walk the Walk for Mental Health - Hope in Every Step, taking place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the beautiful community of Hinsdale, DuPage. This uplifting event invites participants to join a vibrant one-mile Color Walk, aimed at raising funds for equitable access to essential mental health services for children, young adults, and families. Registration opens at 8:00 AM at The Community House, with the walk kicking off at 9:00 AM.
But this event is much more than just a walk! Attendees can enjoy a lively Health Expo featuring local wellness vendors, participate in a colorful opening ceremony, and celebrate with food trucks, music, games, and prizes following the walk. Whether you choose to register as an individual or as part of a team, each participant receives a Walk the Walk T-shirt (sizes guaranteed for those who register by April 20, 2026). Plus, incentives await those who fundraise, with exciting prizes like a Community House cap or hoodie for reaching specific fundraising goals. Join us in making strides towards a healthier, more connected community, and help ensure that no one is turned away from the mental health support
But this event is much more than just a walk! Attendees can enjoy a lively Health Expo featuring local wellness vendors, participate in a colorful opening ceremony, and celebrate with food trucks, music, games, and prizes following the walk. Whether you choose to register as an individual or as part of a team, each participant receives a Walk the Walk T-shirt (sizes guaranteed for those who register by April 20, 2026). Plus, incentives await those who fundraise, with exciting prizes like a Community House cap or hoodie for reaching specific fundraising goals. Join us in making strides towards a healthier, more connected community, and help ensure that no one is turned away from the mental health support
Organiser's Description
DATE: Sunday, May 17, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM (Registration & T-shirt pickup begins at 8:00 AM)
LOCATION: The Community House 415 W. Eighth Street, Hinsdale
Take a step toward HOPE, HEALING, AND MENTAL WELLNESS at this one-mile Color Walk, raising funds for EQUITABLE ACCESS TO LIFE-CHANGING MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES for children, young adults, and families in our community.
More Than a Walk! Before we step off, enjoy a HEALTH EXPO featuring local wellness vendors, a COLORFUL OPENING CEREMONY, and stick around for a POST-WALK CELEBRATION with FOOD TRUCKS, MUSIC, GAMES, AND MORE!
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
* REGISTER Sign up as an individual or team. A WALK THE WALK T-SHIRT is included!
* (T-Shirt s_ize guaranteed if you register BEFORE April 20, 2026_)
* FUNDRAISE Create a PEER-TO-PEER FUNDRAISING PAGE, set a goal, and rally your network to support mental health access for all.
* CHOOSE YOUR TEAM Select your school or team when registering to track participation and fundraising progress.
REGISTER & START FUNDRAISING TODAY!
TOGETHER, WE CAN TAKE STEPS TOWARD A HEALTHIER, MORE CONNECTED COMMUNITY. #WalkTheWalk #HopeInEveryStep #MentalHealthMatters
What's new this year?
PRIZES will be provided to each WALKER based on the amount of money raised.
$100 WIN A COMMUNITY HOUSE CAP (Performance cap w/UV guard and quick dry moisture wicking)
$250 - WIN A COMMUNITY HOUSE "HOODIE" (High quality material)
Together, we can ensure that no one is turned away from receiving the help they need. Register now and join the movement for mental health awareness and support.
Event Refunds, Deferrals, and Cancellation Policy
This event is approved by the venue to occur as a live in-person event. Participants must agree that refunds and deferrals will NOT be issued for any reason, including participant injury, illness, and any other issues out of the control of the event, including, but not limited to cancellation due to weather/lightning.
TIME: 9:00 AM (Registration & T-shirt pickup begins at 8:00 AM)
LOCATION: The Community House 415 W. Eighth Street, Hinsdale
Take a step toward HOPE, HEALING, AND MENTAL WELLNESS at this one-mile Color Walk, raising funds for EQUITABLE ACCESS TO LIFE-CHANGING MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES for children, young adults, and families in our community.
More Than a Walk! Before we step off, enjoy a HEALTH EXPO featuring local wellness vendors, a COLORFUL OPENING CEREMONY, and stick around for a POST-WALK CELEBRATION with FOOD TRUCKS, MUSIC, GAMES, AND MORE!
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
* REGISTER Sign up as an individual or team. A WALK THE WALK T-SHIRT is included!
* (T-Shirt s_ize guaranteed if you register BEFORE April 20, 2026_)
* FUNDRAISE Create a PEER-TO-PEER FUNDRAISING PAGE, set a goal, and rally your network to support mental health access for all.
* CHOOSE YOUR TEAM Select your school or team when registering to track participation and fundraising progress.
REGISTER & START FUNDRAISING TODAY!
TOGETHER, WE CAN TAKE STEPS TOWARD A HEALTHIER, MORE CONNECTED COMMUNITY. #WalkTheWalk #HopeInEveryStep #MentalHealthMatters
What's new this year?
PRIZES will be provided to each WALKER based on the amount of money raised.
$100 WIN A COMMUNITY HOUSE CAP (Performance cap w/UV guard and quick dry moisture wicking)
$250 - WIN A COMMUNITY HOUSE "HOODIE" (High quality material)
Together, we can ensure that no one is turned away from receiving the help they need. Register now and join the movement for mental health awareness and support.
Event Refunds, Deferrals, and Cancellation Policy
This event is approved by the venue to occur as a live in-person event. Participants must agree that refunds and deferrals will NOT be issued for any reason, including participant injury, illness, and any other issues out of the control of the event, including, but not limited to cancellation due to weather/lightning.
Races
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Walk the Walk 2026
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 DEC
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