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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Island MetroPark, 101 E Helena St, Dayton OH
5K
About this race
Event Announcement
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.
Participation Details
- Participants: Last year’s AAWW had more than 1,900 participants.
- Event Type: This is a hybrid event. Participants may participate virtually and/or in-person.
- Registration: Registration for the 5K walk is free.
- Location: Island MetroPark, 101 E Helena St, Dayton, OH 45407.
Event Schedule
- Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026.
- Time: Gates open at 7:30 AM. The walk begins at 8:00 AM. Full agenda coming soon.
Additional Information
- Theme: The theme of this year's African American Wellness Walk is: "Moving Hearts & Soles".
- T-Shirts and Hats: Click here to order t-shirts and hats!
- Volunteer Opportunities: Click here for volunteer opportunities!
Event Link
For more details, please visit the race page: AAWW 2026 Race Page.
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