Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
Event Start: 9:30 AM
Event Location: Walnut Hill Park I Map
Contact: Christie Brum | ph: 617-657-0788 | cbrum@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: Saturday, October 5, 2024
Event Start: 9:30 AM
Event Location: Walnut Hill Park, New Britain, CT
Location & Parking
The event will take place at Walnut Hill Park located at 184 W. Main Street, New Britain, CT 06052. Look for directional signage as you approach the parking area. Free parking will be available on Walnut Hill Park D Road. Parking spaces will be reserved for people with handicap placards on Linwood Street.
Click here to download the event site map.
Check-In/Registration
Check-in begins at 9:30 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 MovingDayConnecticut.org beforehand.
Schedule of Events
9:30 am: Event begins
10:00 – 10:30 am*: We Move exercise demonstrations at the Moving Day Stage
10:40 am: * We Move Ceremony begins, followed by the Moving Day Walk
*Times are subject to change.
Walk Route
The Moving Day Walk is for participants of all ages and abilities: 1-mile option. Click here to view the walk route map.
Restrooms
Restrooms will be available onsite.
Refreshments
Enjoy bottled water and light refreshments on-site.
Pets
Service dogs only.
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 Connecticut
5757 Waterford District Drive, Suite 310
Miami, FL 33126
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 Parkinson’s resources in your area, please visit our website at Parkinson.org/NewEngland
If you have any questions about Moving Day, are interested in sponsorship opportunities or would like information about the foundation, please contact us below:
Christie Brum | ph: 617-657-0788 | cbrum@parkinson.org
Mailing address:
ATTN: Moving Day Connecticut / Christie Brum
Parkinson’s Foundation New England
5757 Waterford District Drive, Suite 310
Miami, FL 33126
