Walk for Talk
- Date Sat 29th August 2026 - Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Any City - Any State, Illinois
- Price Free
- Races 17 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inspiring Walk for Talk event taking place from August 29th to October 31st, 2026! This annual gathering is hosted by Dysphonia International to raise awareness and support research for spasmodic dysphonia and related voice conditions. Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually, this event welcomes individuals living with voice disorders, their families, friends, co-workers, healthcare professionals, and community supporters, including furry companions!
The Walk for Talk is more than just a walk; it’s a movement that fosters understanding of the daily challenges faced by those with voice disorders. Every donation made during this event will be matched dollar for dollar, effectively doubling its impact on research and support initiatives. By taking part, you'll help bring us one step closer to finding a cure! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and connect with a supportive community!
The Walk for Talk is more than just a walk; it’s a movement that fosters understanding of the daily challenges faced by those with voice disorders. Every donation made during this event will be matched dollar for dollar, effectively doubling its impact on research and support initiatives. By taking part, you'll help bring us one step closer to finding a cure! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and connect with a supportive community!
Organiser's Description
Walk for Talk is Dysphonia Internationals annual event to raise awareness and support research for spasmodic dysphonia and related voice conditions. It brings together individuals living with voice disorders, family members, friends, co-workers, support groups, healthcare professionals, community supporters, and even pets.
With in-person events and virtual participation options, everyone can take part in a way that works for them. No matter where you live, you can join the Walk for Talk community and help others better understand the daily challenges of living with a voice disorder.
Every donation will be matched dollar for dollar, doubling its impact. Every step gets us closer to a cure!
With in-person events and virtual participation options, everyone can take part in a way that works for them. No matter where you live, you can join the Walk for Talk community and help others better understand the daily challenges of living with a voice disorder.
Every donation will be matched dollar for dollar, doubling its impact. Every step gets us closer to a cure!
Races
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Walk for Talk Individual Registration
Free
No matter where you live, you can be part of Walk for Talk! Register here if you are going to walk, run, cycle, or any other way you would like to participate! -
Walk for Talk Step Challenge
Free
Help us walk ONE MILLION MILES! Register and then log your miles. -
Larry Kolasa Memorial Virtual 5K
Free
Challenge yourself to a 5K event in honor of our Founding President, Larry Kolasa! Larry ran many marathons, including one that raised funds for research. You pick when you want to run the 5K and whether you want to run it all at once or split it into a few days. On a treadmill or on a trail, it's your pick! -
Scottsdale, AZ In-Person Walk
Sat 17th October 2026 (11:00AM CDT)
Free
Walk for Talk with the Valley of the Sun Team Hosted by the Valley of the Sun Dysphonia Support Group Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM 12:00 PM AZ Location: The Mercado at McCormick | Lake Hayden and Royal Palm | Scottsdale, AZ 85258 -
Playa Vista, CA In-Person Walk
Sat 10th October 2026 (12:30PM CDT)
Free
Walk for Talk with Team LA Hosted by the Greater Los Angeles Dysphonia Support Group Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 10:30 AM 1:00 PM PT Location: 6241 Crescent Park West | Playa Vista, CA 90094 -
San Franciso, CA In-Person Walk
Sat 24th October 2026 (5:15PM CDT)
Free
San Francisco Walk for Talk Hosted by the Northern California Bay Area Dysphonia Support Group and UCSF Voice & Swallowing Center Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Time: 3:15 PM PT Location: UCSF Mission Bay Genentech Hall 600 16th Street San Francisco, CA 94158 Contact Colleen Chon at cbchon@gmail.com for more information. Additional Information Come join us for our annual Walk for Talk, which will follow immediately after the Voice Connection Conference featuring medical speakers from UCSF. -
Fort Myers, FL In-Person Walk
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
Free
Fort Myers Walk for Talk Hosted by SWFL Walk for Talk Team Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM ET Location: Portico Community Center | 14070 Portico Blvd | Fort Myers, FL 33905 -
Tampa, FL In-Person Walk
Sat 17th October 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
Free
Walk for Talk and Picnic with Team Tampa Hosted by the Tampa Dysphonia Support Group Date: Saturday, October 25, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM 1:00 PM ET Location: Al Lopez Park Shelter 310 4810 N Himes Ave | Shelter 310 Tampa, FL 33614 -
Chicagoland Area, IL In-Person Walk
Sat 10th October 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
Free
Walk for Talk Chicagoland Area Hosted by the Chicagoland Area Dysphonia Support Group Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Location: Hidden Woods | Hidden Lake Loop, Lombard, IL 60148 Time: 10:00 AM CT Contact Susan Iverson at Siversonsd2025@gmail.com for more information. -
Pleasant Hill, IA In-Person Walk
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
Free
Walk for Talk with the Midwest Striders Hosted by the Iowa Dysphonia Support Group Date: Saturday, October 11, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM CT 11:00 AM CT Location: Copper Creek Lake Park | 4390 E. University | Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 -
Troy, MI In-Person Walk
Sat 3rd October 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
Free
Walk for Talk with Voices of Michigan Team Hosted by the Greater Detroit Dysphonia Support Group Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM 2:00 PM ET Location: Stage Nature Center | 6685 Coolidge Hwy | Troy, MI 48098 -
Tinton Falls, NJ In-Person Walk
Sat 17th October 2026 (12:00PM CDT)
Free
Walk for Talk with Team NJ Hosted by New Jersey Dysphonia Support Group Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM 3:00 PM ET Location: Sycamore Park Pavilion | 977 Sycamore Ave | Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 -
Matthews, NC In-Person Walk
Sat 17th October 2026 (1:00AM CDT)
Free
Walk for Talk with Team Charlotte Hosted by the Charlotte Dysphonia Support Group Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM 5:00 PM ET Location: Home of Patrick and Mary Bifaro in Matthews, NC -
Newcomb, NY Walk for Talk
Sat 29th August 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
Free
Newcomb, NY Walk for Talk Hosted by Team Adirondack Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Time: 10 AM 4:00 PM ET Location: SUNY ESF Adirondack Interpretive Center 5922 State Route 28 N Newcomb, NY 12852 Contact Susan Spangler at adkcreate26@gmail.com for more information. Free to attend and all ages are welcome. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Raffles from Local Businesses Town Bus Pick up 1 at 10 am Drop off/pick up 2 at 12 pm Drop off/pick up 3 at 2 pm Pick up at 4: 4 pm To schedule a ride, contact Susan Spangler at 618-472-4808. -
Columbus, OH In-Person Walk
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
Free
Columbus Walk for Talk Hosted by Ohio State National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM ET Location: Ohio State University Pressey Hall, South Entrance 1070 Carmack Road Columbus, OH 43210 -
Chota Hills, TN In-Person Walk
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
Free
Chota Hills In-Person Walk Chota Hills Neighborhood Walk for Talk Hosted by Susan Beck Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 10 AM ET Location: Starting point at the Becks house -
Louisville, TN In-Person Walk
Thu 15th October 2026 (8:45AM CDT)
Free
Louisville Town Hall In-Person Walk Louisville Yoga Group Walk for Talk Hosted by Susan Beck Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026 Time: 9:45 AM ET Location: Louisville Town Hall 3623 Louisville Rd Louisville, TN 37777
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