Parkinson's 5K & Wellness Walk
- Date Sat 3rd April 2027
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Fort Myers, Florida
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of camaraderie and community at the Parkinson's 5K & Wellness Walk on Saturday, April 3rd, 2027, in beautiful Fort Myers, Lee. Kicking off at 8:00 AM, participants can lace up their running shoes for a 5K race, followed by a Wellness Walk at 9:15 AM. This vibrant event takes place at the Lee Health Sports Complex (Hammond Field), providing the perfect backdrop to raise awareness and funds for the Lee Health Parkinson Program.
As the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, Parkinson's disease affects millions, including over 79,000 individuals in Florida alone. By joining this uplifting event, you'll be supporting vital resources and services for those living with Parkinson's, including personalized support, education, and exercise classes. Together, we can foster hope and ensure that no one faces Parkinson's alone. Mark your calendars and be part of this meaningful day that combines fitness, community spirit, and a commitment to making a difference!
As the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, Parkinson's disease affects millions, including over 79,000 individuals in Florida alone. By joining this uplifting event, you'll be supporting vital resources and services for those living with Parkinson's, including personalized support, education, and exercise classes. Together, we can foster hope and ensure that no one faces Parkinson's alone. Mark your calendars and be part of this meaningful day that combines fitness, community spirit, and a commitment to making a difference!
Organiser's Description
PARKINSONS 5K & WELLNESS WALK | APRIL 3RD 2027 | LEE HEALTH SPORTS COMPLEX (HAMMOND FIELD) | 8:00AM 5K | 9:15AM WALK
For over 200 years, Parkinson Disease has been steadily growingand recently, at an alarming rate. It is now the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world. In the U.S., Florida has the highest number of cases per capita, with over 79,000 individuals affected, contributing to the 1 million cases nationwide and 10 million globally. That number is projected to rise to 12.9 million by 2040.
Parkinsons is a chronic, progressive, and complex multi-system disorder with no known cure. While often classified as a movement disorder, it affects much more than just physical movement, impacting mental, emotional, and autonomic functions as well.
The Lee Health Parkinson Program has served over 4,500 individuals in our community and currently supports nearly 2,000 people. Our mission is to provide hope and critical resources to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of living with Parkinsons. Offering, at no cost personalized support, education, movement and exercise classes, enrichment groups, and social activities to help improve quality of life. Until there is a cure, there is a communityone that stands together to ensure no one faces Parkinsons alone.
Join us for the Parkinson's 5K & Wellness Walk, benefiting the Lee Health Parkinson Program, as we come together to raise awareness and funds for local Parkinsons support initiatives. This exciting event takes place at Lee Health Sports Park, Hammond Field, right after spring training, making it the perfect way to enjoy a day at the ballpark while supporting a great cause!
For over 200 years, Parkinson Disease has been steadily growingand recently, at an alarming rate. It is now the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world. In the U.S., Florida has the highest number of cases per capita, with over 79,000 individuals affected, contributing to the 1 million cases nationwide and 10 million globally. That number is projected to rise to 12.9 million by 2040.
Parkinsons is a chronic, progressive, and complex multi-system disorder with no known cure. While often classified as a movement disorder, it affects much more than just physical movement, impacting mental, emotional, and autonomic functions as well.
The Lee Health Parkinson Program has served over 4,500 individuals in our community and currently supports nearly 2,000 people. Our mission is to provide hope and critical resources to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of living with Parkinsons. Offering, at no cost personalized support, education, movement and exercise classes, enrichment groups, and social activities to help improve quality of life. Until there is a cure, there is a communityone that stands together to ensure no one faces Parkinsons alone.
Join us for the Parkinson's 5K & Wellness Walk, benefiting the Lee Health Parkinson Program, as we come together to raise awareness and funds for local Parkinsons support initiatives. This exciting event takes place at Lee Health Sports Park, Hammond Field, right after spring training, making it the perfect way to enjoy a day at the ballpark while supporting a great cause!
Races
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewLocation
14100 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, 33912, FL, United States
Who's In
See who else is doing this event
Be the first
No-one has marked this event as 'Doing' or 'Maybe' yet. Will you be the first?
Parkinson's 5K & Wellness Walk
