Dayton, OH
Race Details
26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles

- 2026-09-12
Race Date
- Open
Registration Status
- Dayton, OH
Location
Event Schedule
Here is the latest schedule of events:
| Name | Distance | Type | Price | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26th Annual African American Wellness Walk (Virtual) | 3.1 Miles | virtual_race | $0.00 | 9/12/2026 00:01 |
| 26th Annual African American Wellness Walk | 5K | running_race | $0.00 | 9/12/2026 08:00 |
26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles Race Details
The latest details from your Race Directors:
Premier Health is excited to announce the 26th annual African American Wellness Walk (AAWW)! Continuing with our, “Moving Hearts & Soles” theme, the 5K walk/run will be a hybrid event, with both a virtual and an in-person option. The in-person 5K walk will take place at Island MetroPark (101 East Helena Street, Dayton, OH 45407) on Saturday, Sep.12., with a program at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 5K walk at 8 a.m.
Last year’s AAWW had more than 1,900 participants.
The theme of this year's African American Wellness Walk is: "Moving Hearts & Soles".
Registration for the 5K walk is free.
This is a hybrid event. Participants may participate virtually and/or in-person.
In-Person Walk Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
In-Person Walk Time: Gates open at 7:30 AM. The walk begins at 8:00 AM. Full agenda coming soon.
In-Person Walk Location: Island MetroPark, 101 E Helena St, Dayton, OH 45407
