Moving Day Columbus — Event Information

Event Details

Date: Sunday, April 28, 2024
Location: Wolfe Park I Map
Activities Begin: 11:00 AM

Contact: Alexis Caldwell | ph: 614-918-7307 | acaldwell@parkinson.org


What to Expect at Moving Day

Put on your Moving Day gear and comfortable shoes – it’s time to move! Get ready to exercise, explore Parkinson’s resources, join in the uplifting We Move Ceremony and enjoy the Moving Day Walk. You don’t want to miss out on the inspiring day we have planned for you!

Moving Day will take place rain or shine. Check the weather forecast to prepare accordingly. Should conditions warrant any change, we will announce it via email and the Moving Day website.

Event Highlights

Date: Sunday April 28th 2024
Activities Begin: 11am, Walk Starts at 12:30pm
Location: Wolfe Park 105 Park Dr., ColumbusOH 43209

Location & Parking

The event will take place at Wolfe Park located at 105 Park Dr., Columbus, OH 43209. Look for directional signage as you approach the parking area. Parking is free and on site with over flow parking at the church across the street.

Check-In/Registration

Check-in begins at 11 am. Visit the check-in/registration area to grab your event program, drop off donations and pick up your Moving Day Rewards card if you’ve earned Moving Day fundraising rewards. We highly encourage online donations before the event. Don’t forget that all participants must register at MovingDayColumbus.org beforehand.

Schedule of Events

11am Event begins

11:30-12:30pm We Move exercise demonstrations at the Moving Day Stage

12:30pm: We Move Ceremony begins, followed by the Moving Day Walk

Walk Route

The Moving Day Walk is for participants of all ages and abilities: 1-mile option and a half mile option.

Restrooms

Restrooms will be available on site inside the shelter house, and portable outside.

Refreshments

Enjoy free bottled water and light refreshments on-site. Food trucks will be available for lunch and breakfast items to purchase.

Pets

Pet’s are welcome at the event, but for everyone’s safety, please keep your pets on a leash.

Donations

Drop off cash and check donations at the check-in/registration area. Credit card donations can be made online or through the Parkinson’s Moving Day App. You can also mail check donations to the provided address, ensuring to include a note with the participant’s name for proper credit.

Parkinson’s Foundation
ATTN: Moving Day Columbus
200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800
Miami, FL 33131

Moving Day Rewards

Registered participants who raise $100 or more will receive an exclusive Moving Day T-shirt. More details about additional Moving Day Rewards can be found here. T-shirts and other rewards will be available for pick-up on the event day at the Rewards Tent, except for the All-Star Mover Zip-Up Hoodie Jacket, which will be shipped after the event to qualifying participants.


To learn more about the resources in your area, and the great work of the Parkinson’s Foundation Great Lakes, please visit our website www.parkinson.org/Greatlakes.

If you have any questions about Moving Day, are interested in sponsorship opportunities or would like information about the foundation, please contact us below:

Alexis Caldwell | ph: 614-918-7307 | acaldwell@parkinson.org

Mailing address:

ATTN: Moving Day Columbus / Alexis Caldwell
Parkinson’s Foundation Great Lakes
200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800
Miami, Florida 33131

Moving Day has raised nearly $45 million and brought more than 186,000 participants together.