Walk In My Shoes 2026 - Gainesville
- Date Sun 19th April 2026
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Gainesville, Florida
- Price $25.00
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your walking shoes for the highly anticipated Walk In My Shoes event on Sunday, April 19th, 2026, in Gainesville, Alachua! This inspiring 5-mile walk, with an option to extend to a full 9-mile route, invites participants to join the Laurens Kids foundation and thousands of other walkers across Florida in raising awareness for National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Starting at the Child Advocacy Centers Inc. at 500 E University Ave, the walk kicks off at noon, following a registration period beginning at 11:00 AM. Participants will enjoy a scenic route to Cultural Plaza, with the chance to continue on to the Gainesville Woman's Club. To make your experience even more enjoyable, an UBER code will be provided to ensure a convenient return trip. Don't miss this opportunity to come together for a vital cause and make a difference—every step counts!
Starting at the Child Advocacy Centers Inc. at 500 E University Ave, the walk kicks off at noon, following a registration period beginning at 11:00 AM. Participants will enjoy a scenic route to Cultural Plaza, with the chance to continue on to the Gainesville Woman's Club. To make your experience even more enjoyable, an UBER code will be provided to ensure a convenient return trip. Don't miss this opportunity to come together for a vital cause and make a difference—every step counts!
Organiser's Description
Join the Laurens Kids foundation and thousands of walkers across the state for the 2026 Walk in My Shoes 1,500-mile trek across Florida. April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month every step counts in the fight to prevent child sexual abuse and help survivors heal.
WALK IN MY SHOES GAINESVILLE
Date: Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Start location: Child Advocacy Centers Inc. (500 E University Ave STE A, Gainesville, FL 32601)
Registration Begins: 11:00 AM
Walk Start: 12:00 PM
Details:
Join us for a 5-mile walk to Cultural Plaza (Southwest 34th Street and Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida 32611) with the opportunity to stop or continue walking our full 9-mile route to Gainesville Womans Club (2809 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607)!
An UBER code will be provided to walkers to cover the cost of a ride back from the walk.
WALK IN MY SHOES GAINESVILLE
Date: Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Start location: Child Advocacy Centers Inc. (500 E University Ave STE A, Gainesville, FL 32601)
Registration Begins: 11:00 AM
Walk Start: 12:00 PM
Details:
Join us for a 5-mile walk to Cultural Plaza (Southwest 34th Street and Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida 32611) with the opportunity to stop or continue walking our full 9-mile route to Gainesville Womans Club (2809 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607)!
An UBER code will be provided to walkers to cover the cost of a ride back from the walk.
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Walk in My Shoes 2026 - Gainesville
Incl. T-Shirt & Drawstring Backpack
Sun 19th April 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$25.00
We'll start registration at the Child Advocacy Center Inc. at 11:00 AM on Sunday, April 19th, and begin to walk at 12:00 PM. Our first walk section is 5 miles, and we'll take a short water break at the Cultural Plaza (Southwest 34th Street and Hull Road, Gainesville, Florida 32611). Those who wish to finish the walk will continue walking to Gainesville Womans Club (2809 W University Ave Gainesville, FL 32607) - another 4 miles - where we'll have our final celebration! All participants will receive a t-shirt and drawstring backpack at registration. Like in years past, we are partnering with Uber to provide the ability for walkers to drop at any point they wish and ride share their way off of the walk route. Free ride share codes will be provided to walkers at registration. Please make sure to have the Uber app downloaded to your phone prior to your arrival. Please read our FAQ's page for all of your questions and if you still have questions or need a scholarship, feel free to contact us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to assist!
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500 E University Avenue STE A, Gainesville, 32601, FL, United States
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