8th Annual - A Walk in Her Shoes
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 10:30AM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Mark your calendars for the 8th Annual A Walk in Her Shoes on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in Cleveland, Cuyahoga! This uplifting event features a powerful 2-mile community cancer awareness walk set against the inspiring backdrop of Case Western Reserve University. A Walk in Her Shoes is more than just a walk; it's a vibrant celebration of life, strength, and sisterhood, bringing together participants to honor the courageous journeys of cancer warriors while raising awareness about early detection and vital resources.
Join us at Freiberger Field, located at 11169 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106, for a day filled with joy and community spirit. The event kicks off with registration at 10:30 AM, followed by heartfelt opening remarks and survivor recognitions. At noon, participants will strut their stuff during the 2-mile walk through the CWRU campus and neighborhood, accompanied by the lively energy of the DA LAND BRASS BAND, channeling the essence of a New Orleans second line procession. For those who prefer to stay at the main site, enjoy live music, line dancing, and local vendors. Whether you walk or celebrate from the sidelines, there's something for everyone at this remarkable event! Don't miss
Join us at Freiberger Field, located at 11169 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106, for a day filled with joy and community spirit. The event kicks off with registration at 10:30 AM, followed by heartfelt opening remarks and survivor recognitions. At noon, participants will strut their stuff during the 2-mile walk through the CWRU campus and neighborhood, accompanied by the lively energy of the DA LAND BRASS BAND, channeling the essence of a New Orleans second line procession. For those who prefer to stay at the main site, enjoy live music, line dancing, and local vendors. Whether you walk or celebrate from the sidelines, there's something for everyone at this remarkable event! Don't miss
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 8th Annual A Walk in Her Shoes
A powerful 2-mile community cancer awareness walk hosted by My Sisters KeeperCleveland.
This years walk will take place on the inspiring campus of Case Western Reserve University in celebration of our meaningful new partnership with the students of CWRU, who recently launched the My Sisters Keeper CWRU Chapter to help advance our mission through campus and community engagement.
Location: Freiberger Field, 11169 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106
Were honored to have the continued support of Councilman Kevin Conwell, now joining us for the third consecutive year to uplift this grassroots movement and expand our reach across Greater Cleveland.
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE, PARTNERSHIP & COMMUNITY
A Walk in Her Shoes is more than a walkits a joyful celebration of strength, healing, and sisterhood. We gather to honor the courageous journeys of cancer warriors, raise awareness about early detection, and connect our community to life-changing resources.
This years walk will be led by _DA LAND BRASS BAND_ [https://www.facebook.com/DaLandBrassBand/], bringing the vibrant energy of a New Orleans second line procession to Cleveland! Dance, strut, or walk in step with the rhythm as we celebrate survivorship with spirit and soul.
NOTE: WALKING IS OPTIONAL!
Guests who prefer not to walk are welcome to stay at the main event site to enjoy live music, line dancing, local vendors, and health resources. Theres something for everyone.
EVENT SCHEDULE
10:30 AM 11:00 AM | Registration
11:00 AM 12:00 PM | Opening Remarks, Survivor Recognitions & Announcements
12:00 PM 1:00 PM | 2-Mile Walk through the CWRU Campus & Neighborhood
1:00 PM 2:00 PM | Final Announcements, Raffles & Celebration
ON-SITE ACTIVITIES
Community Resource Fair | Featuring partners like the Board of Elections, AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland, cancer care teams & more
Vendor Market | Shop with some of our favorite local small businesses
Live Entertainment & Line Dancing
Walk Bags | Available while supplies last
Event T-Shirts | Available for purchase during registration or day of event (while supplies last)
T-Shirt Pickup Day: Saturday, September 27 | 100 PM | Location TBD
FUNDRAISING TEAMS & INCENTIVES
Start a team and raise funds to support My Sisters Keepers mission!
_TEAMS THAT RAISE $100 OR MORE WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM TEAM BANNER TO CARRY DURING THE WALK_
Prizes awarded for:
Largest Team
Top Fundraising Team & Individual
Best Dressed Team
Create your own shirts or outfits to stand out and represent your story!
PRE-REGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
This event is free, but pre-registration helps us plan and ensure every guest has access to supplies and event materials.
What is Second Line Style?
Second line is a cultural tradition born from the rich heritage of New Orleans African American communities. It began with jazz funerals and social aid and pleasure clubs, where music, movement, and community turned moments of sorrow into powerful celebrations of life.
In a second line, the first line includes the brass band and the lead marchers. The second line is everyone who followsdancing, waving handkerchiefs, spinning parasols, and celebrating resilience with every step.
Symbolism in Second Line:
Umbrellas & Parasols represent spiritual covering, celebration, and protection during lifes storms.
Handkerchiefs are waved in joy and remembrancehonoring the past while moving forward.
Dancing & Drumming express freedom, defiance, and unityespecially in the face of hardship.
The Walk Itself becomes a living tribute: every step, a statement of survival, strength, and solidarity.
Together, we walk with purpose. We walk with power.
We walk for her.
#AWalkInHerShoes #MySistersKeeperCLE #SecondLineForSurvivors #WalkWithHer
A powerful 2-mile community cancer awareness walk hosted by My Sisters KeeperCleveland.
This years walk will take place on the inspiring campus of Case Western Reserve University in celebration of our meaningful new partnership with the students of CWRU, who recently launched the My Sisters Keeper CWRU Chapter to help advance our mission through campus and community engagement.
Location: Freiberger Field, 11169 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106
Were honored to have the continued support of Councilman Kevin Conwell, now joining us for the third consecutive year to uplift this grassroots movement and expand our reach across Greater Cleveland.
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE, PARTNERSHIP & COMMUNITY
A Walk in Her Shoes is more than a walkits a joyful celebration of strength, healing, and sisterhood. We gather to honor the courageous journeys of cancer warriors, raise awareness about early detection, and connect our community to life-changing resources.
This years walk will be led by _DA LAND BRASS BAND_ [https://www.facebook.com/DaLandBrassBand/], bringing the vibrant energy of a New Orleans second line procession to Cleveland! Dance, strut, or walk in step with the rhythm as we celebrate survivorship with spirit and soul.
NOTE: WALKING IS OPTIONAL!
Guests who prefer not to walk are welcome to stay at the main event site to enjoy live music, line dancing, local vendors, and health resources. Theres something for everyone.
EVENT SCHEDULE
10:30 AM 11:00 AM | Registration
11:00 AM 12:00 PM | Opening Remarks, Survivor Recognitions & Announcements
12:00 PM 1:00 PM | 2-Mile Walk through the CWRU Campus & Neighborhood
1:00 PM 2:00 PM | Final Announcements, Raffles & Celebration
ON-SITE ACTIVITIES
Community Resource Fair | Featuring partners like the Board of Elections, AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland, cancer care teams & more
Vendor Market | Shop with some of our favorite local small businesses
Live Entertainment & Line Dancing
Walk Bags | Available while supplies last
Event T-Shirts | Available for purchase during registration or day of event (while supplies last)
T-Shirt Pickup Day: Saturday, September 27 | 100 PM | Location TBD
FUNDRAISING TEAMS & INCENTIVES
Start a team and raise funds to support My Sisters Keepers mission!
_TEAMS THAT RAISE $100 OR MORE WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM TEAM BANNER TO CARRY DURING THE WALK_
Prizes awarded for:
Largest Team
Top Fundraising Team & Individual
Best Dressed Team
Create your own shirts or outfits to stand out and represent your story!
PRE-REGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
This event is free, but pre-registration helps us plan and ensure every guest has access to supplies and event materials.
What is Second Line Style?
Second line is a cultural tradition born from the rich heritage of New Orleans African American communities. It began with jazz funerals and social aid and pleasure clubs, where music, movement, and community turned moments of sorrow into powerful celebrations of life.
In a second line, the first line includes the brass band and the lead marchers. The second line is everyone who followsdancing, waving handkerchiefs, spinning parasols, and celebrating resilience with every step.
Symbolism in Second Line:
Umbrellas & Parasols represent spiritual covering, celebration, and protection during lifes storms.
Handkerchiefs are waved in joy and remembrancehonoring the past while moving forward.
Dancing & Drumming express freedom, defiance, and unityespecially in the face of hardship.
The Walk Itself becomes a living tribute: every step, a statement of survival, strength, and solidarity.
Together, we walk with purpose. We walk with power.
We walk for her.
#AWalkInHerShoes #MySistersKeeperCLE #SecondLineForSurvivors #WalkWithHer
Races
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A Walk in Her Shoes
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
Free
Vendors and Community Resources will be available. Cancer screening including mammograms, prostate, and multiple myeloma will be performed for those with scheduled appointments.
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