Moving Day Tucson — Event Information

Event Details

Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Location: Gene C. Reid Park | Map
Event Start: 9:00 AM

Contact: Robin Rhea| ph: 480-506-0063 | rrhea@parkinson.org
Website: www.parkinson.org/Southwest


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.

Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Activities Begin: 9:20 AM
Location: Gene C. Reid Park
1190 S. Lakeshore Lane, Tucson 85716

Location & Parking

The event will take place at Gene C Reid Park, located at 1190 S. Lakeshore Lane, Tucson, AZ 85716. There is a parking area near the event site.  From E 22nd St., turn north on S Lakeshore Ln. Follow Lakeshore Ln north looking for directional signage as you approach the parking area which will be on the east side of Lakeshore Ln.  The Lot is just north of the Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center.

Click here to view the site map.

Check-In/Registration

Check-in begins at 9:00am. 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 MovingDayTucson.org beforehand.

Schedule of Events

9:00 am: Registrations Opens

9:20 – 10:00 am: Event begins, We Move exercise demonstrations at the Moving Day Stage

10:00 am: We Move Ceremony begins, followed by the Moving Day Walk

10:30 am Walk Begins

Walk Route

The Moving Day Walk is for participants of all ages and abilities: 1-mile option and a .5-mile option. Click here to view the walk route map.

Restrooms

Restrooms will be available

Refreshments

Enjoy bottled water and light refreshments on-site.

Pets

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash at all times.  Come prepared to clean up after your pet.

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 Tucson
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 the resources in your area, and the great work of the Parkinson’s Foundation Southwest, please visit our website www.parkinson.org/Southwest.

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

Robin Rhea| ph: 480-506-0063 | rrhea@parkinson.org

Mailing address:

ATTN: Moving Day Tucson / Robin Rhea
Parkinson’s Foundation Southwest
5757 Waterford District Drive, Suite 310
Miami, FL 33126

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