26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Dayton, Ohio
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in beautiful Dayton, Montgomery! This vibrant 5K walk/run event promises to be an inspiring day for health and community, featuring both in-person and virtual participation options. The in-person festivities will kick off at Island MetroPark at 101 East Helena Street, with gates opening at 7:30 a.m. and the walk starting at 8:00 a.m. Last year's event attracted over 1,900 enthusiastic participants, and this year’s theme encourages everyone to get moving and prioritize wellness.
Registration for this uplifting event is completely free, making it accessible for all who want to join in the celebration of health and community spirit. Whether you choose to walk in person or participate virtually, the African American Wellness Walk is a fantastic way to promote fitness, connection, and a sense of togetherness. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a positive impact on your health and the community—mark your calendars and get ready to move your hearts and soles!
Registration for this uplifting event is completely free, making it accessible for all who want to join in the celebration of health and community spirit. Whether you choose to walk in person or participate virtually, the African American Wellness Walk is a fantastic way to promote fitness, connection, and a sense of togetherness. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a positive impact on your health and the community—mark your calendars and get ready to move your hearts and soles!
Organiser's Description
Premier Health is excited to announce the 26th annual African American Wellness Walk (AAWW)! Continuing with our, Moving Hearts & Soles theme, the 5K walk/run will be a hybrid event, with both a virtual and an in-person option. The in-person 5K walk will take place at Island MetroPark (101 East Helena Street, Dayton, OH 45407) on Saturday, Sep.12., with a program at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 5K walk at 8 a.m.
Last years AAWW had more than 1,900 participants.
The theme of this year's African American Wellness Walk is: "Moving Hearts & Soles".
Registration for the 5K walk is free.
This is a hybrid event. Participants may participate virtually and/or in-person.
In-Person Walk Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
In-Person Walk Time: Gates open at 7:30 AM. The walk begins at 8:00 AM. Full agenda coming soon.
In-Person Walk Location: Island MetroPark, 101 E Helena St, Dayton, OH 45407
Sponsors and Vendors
Please check back for an updated list of sponsors soon!
If you would like to become a sponsor, please email Adrian Taylor ataylor@premierhealth.com
More information to follow regarding the AAWW!!!!!
Last years AAWW had more than 1,900 participants.
The theme of this year's African American Wellness Walk is: "Moving Hearts & Soles".
Registration for the 5K walk is free.
This is a hybrid event. Participants may participate virtually and/or in-person.
In-Person Walk Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
In-Person Walk Time: Gates open at 7:30 AM. The walk begins at 8:00 AM. Full agenda coming soon.
In-Person Walk Location: Island MetroPark, 101 E Helena St, Dayton, OH 45407
Sponsors and Vendors
Please check back for an updated list of sponsors soon!
If you would like to become a sponsor, please email Adrian Taylor ataylor@premierhealth.com
More information to follow regarding the AAWW!!!!!
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