Walk a Mile in My Shoes 5k
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Galloway, Ohio
$43.65 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for an inspiring day of community and awareness at the Walk a Mile in My Shoes 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Battelle Darby Creek Park in Galloway, Franklin. This uplifting event starts at 9 AM and invites both runners and walkers to participate in a 5K (3.1 miles) or a 1 Mile Walk, all in honor of Overdose Awareness Month.
Every step you take not only raises awareness but also honors the lives lost to overdose while supporting those still on their journey to recovery. Enjoy a beautiful morning in the park filled with fun activities, engaging sponsors, and the powerful spirit of community. All proceeds will benefit Overcomers on the Move, a dedicated Recovery Community Organization committed to empowering individuals in their recovery journey. Come walk with us and make a difference—no one should walk this path alone!
Every step you take not only raises awareness but also honors the lives lost to overdose while supporting those still on their journey to recovery. Enjoy a beautiful morning in the park filled with fun activities, engaging sponsors, and the powerful spirit of community. All proceeds will benefit Overcomers on the Move, a dedicated Recovery Community Organization committed to empowering individuals in their recovery journey. Come walk with us and make a difference—no one should walk this path alone!
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Family Fun Walk - 1 Mile
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Organiser's description
OVERCOMERS: WALK A MILE IN MY SHOES 5K
_IN HONOR OF OVERDOSE AWARENESS MONTH_
Overcomers on the Move is proud to present the Walk a Mile in My Shoes 5K Run / Walk at the beautiful Battelle Darby Creek Park on Saturday, August 23rd @ 9am.
We hope you will spend your Saturday morning with us at the scenic Battelle Darby Creek Park. There will be lots of fun and sponsors most importantly knowing that every step you take is a stand against overdose. Every mile walked raises awareness, honors lives lost and supports those still fighting. Peer support empowers individuals to choose their own path to recovery because no one should walk it alone.
Runners and walkers will have their choice of a 5K (3.1 miles) or a 1 Mile Walk. All proceeds from this event will benefit Overcomers on the Move, a Recovery Community Organization located on the west side (Hilltop) of Columbus. Overcomers offer a Peer Led Recovery House, Peer Support and a Peer Internship Program. Each line of programing benefits those in early stages of recovery striving to achieve long term wellness and independence.
_IN HONOR OF OVERDOSE AWARENESS MONTH_
Overcomers on the Move is proud to present the Walk a Mile in My Shoes 5K Run / Walk at the beautiful Battelle Darby Creek Park on Saturday, August 23rd @ 9am.
We hope you will spend your Saturday morning with us at the scenic Battelle Darby Creek Park. There will be lots of fun and sponsors most importantly knowing that every step you take is a stand against overdose. Every mile walked raises awareness, honors lives lost and supports those still fighting. Peer support empowers individuals to choose their own path to recovery because no one should walk it alone.
Runners and walkers will have their choice of a 5K (3.1 miles) or a 1 Mile Walk. All proceeds from this event will benefit Overcomers on the Move, a Recovery Community Organization located on the west side (Hilltop) of Columbus. Overcomers offer a Peer Led Recovery House, Peer Support and a Peer Internship Program. Each line of programing benefits those in early stages of recovery striving to achieve long term wellness and independence.
Location
1775 Darby Creek Rd, Galloway, 43119, OH, United States
Walk a Mile in My Shoes 5k
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