Walk A Mile In Her Shoes
- Date Fri 4th September 2026
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location York, Pennsylvania
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
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Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Walk A Mile In Her Shoes event on Friday, September 4, 2026, in the vibrant city of York! This unique and impactful event invites participants to walk a mile in women's high-heeled shoes, symbolizing solidarity against gender-based violence. Kicking off at 5:00 PM from 31 N. Pershing Avenue, walkers will strut down Market Street to Continental Square, right in the heart of the First Friday festivities, before returning along Philadelphia Street.
This community-driven march not only raises awareness but also gathers essential funds to support YWCA York’s vital services. Each step taken is a statement that gender-based violence has no place in York, and every dollar raised directly contributes to crisis services, shelter, and prevention programs. Whether you choose to walk in heels or cheer from the sidelines, your participation makes a significant difference. Join us in this joyful and purposeful event to stand up against violence and show your support for survivors in our community!
This community-driven march not only raises awareness but also gathers essential funds to support YWCA York’s vital services. Each step taken is a statement that gender-based violence has no place in York, and every dollar raised directly contributes to crisis services, shelter, and prevention programs. Whether you choose to walk in heels or cheer from the sidelines, your participation makes a significant difference. Join us in this joyful and purposeful event to stand up against violence and show your support for survivors in our community!
Organiser's Description
_WALK A MILE IN HER SHOES IS MORE THAN A WALK. ITS A COMMUNITY SHOWING UP JOYFULLY, VISIBLY, AND WITH PURPOSE TO SAY THAT GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE HAS NO PLACE IN YORK. EVERY STEP RAISES FUNDS THAT KEEP YWCA YORKS DOORS OPEN, CRISIS LINE ANSWERED, AND SURVIVORS SUPPORTED._
We are proud to announce Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, a national mens march to stop rape, sexual assault, and gender-based violence, making its mark in York on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes has been a nationally recognized movement since 2001 a visually striking, community-rallying event where men walk a mile in womens high-heeled shoes as a public act of solidarity and awareness. It is serious in purpose, joyful in spirit, and impossible to ignore.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Participants will gather at 31 N. Pershing Avenue at 5:00 PM, lace up their heels, and walk down Market Street to Continental Square right through the heart of First Friday before returning along Philadelphia Street. The route puts the march in front of thousands of community members already out and celebrating, making it one of the most visible public awareness moments YWCA York has ever staged.
WALKERS
* Your walk raises real money for real people in our community.
* You dont need to walk in heels but its a lot more fun if you do.
* Set a goal. Share your page. Watch your community show up for you.
DONORS
* Every dollar supports YWCA Yorks crisis services, shelter, and prevention programs right here in York County.
* Your gift is a direct investment in safety, healing, and justice.
COMMUNITY
* Were walking because gender-based violence affects every community including ours.
* Join us, cheer us on, and show support any way you can.
We are proud to announce Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, a national mens march to stop rape, sexual assault, and gender-based violence, making its mark in York on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes has been a nationally recognized movement since 2001 a visually striking, community-rallying event where men walk a mile in womens high-heeled shoes as a public act of solidarity and awareness. It is serious in purpose, joyful in spirit, and impossible to ignore.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Participants will gather at 31 N. Pershing Avenue at 5:00 PM, lace up their heels, and walk down Market Street to Continental Square right through the heart of First Friday before returning along Philadelphia Street. The route puts the march in front of thousands of community members already out and celebrating, making it one of the most visible public awareness moments YWCA York has ever staged.
WALKERS
* Your walk raises real money for real people in our community.
* You dont need to walk in heels but its a lot more fun if you do.
* Set a goal. Share your page. Watch your community show up for you.
DONORS
* Every dollar supports YWCA Yorks crisis services, shelter, and prevention programs right here in York County.
* Your gift is a direct investment in safety, healing, and justice.
COMMUNITY
* Were walking because gender-based violence affects every community including ours.
* Join us, cheer us on, and show support any way you can.
Races
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Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th September 2026 (5:00PM EDT)
$43.40
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Location
31 N. Pershing Avenue, York, 17401, PA, United States
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