Sat, Sep 12, 2026

26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles

Dayton, OH

Registration open26th annual
5K5K
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About the 26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles

The route runs through Island MetroPark, a riverside park in Dayton. The course is a walk-friendly loop on park paths, and the event draws a large crowd with a short program before the walk begins. A virtual option lets people participate from anywhere on the same morning.

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Distances & Start Times

3.1 Miles9/12/2026 00:01Free
5K9/12/2026 08:00Free

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