26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles 2026 — Dayton, OH

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Dayton, OH
Venue
Island MetroPark, 101 E Helena St
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
26th Annual African American Wellness Walk
Register NowRegistration Open

The 26th Annual African American Wellness Walk starts at 8:00 AM at Island MetroPark in Dayton, giving you time to arrive and settle in the morning of the event. The 5K takes place on September 12, 2026, at 101 E Helena Street. Entry is free, making it an accessible option for your race calendar. If you can't make it in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete the distance on your own schedule. This event combines running with wellness focus, drawing participants who value community-centered racing experiences.

From the Race Organizer
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. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Click here to order t-shirts and hats! Click here for volunteer opportunities! 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

Hotels Near This Race

Find accommodation close to the start line in Dayton, OH. Sorted by distance from the race venue. Book early — race weekend hotels fill fast.

RaceHotelFinder earns a small commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Results are sorted by distance from the race venue.

26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles 2026 — Dayton, OH

Race day is approaching. Hotels fill up fast.

--Days
:
--Hours
:
--Mins
:
--Secs
Book a hotel for race weekend

Race weekend dates pre-loaded on Booking.com. RaceHotelFinder may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for September 12.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Dayton, OH. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

  • Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
  • Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
  • Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
  • Emergency medical up to $250,000
  • Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
  • 24/7 real-time support
Get a Quote — Faye Travel Insurance

Affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no cost to you. Coverage terms vary by state and plan. Review policy details before purchase.

More Races

Browse all upcoming races in Ohio →

Other upcoming races in Ohio

BETTY ZANE DAYS 5K 2026 — Martins Ferry, OHMartins Ferry, OHJul 29, 2026From $$20.00
Find Hotels →
Dublin Irish Festival 5K & Kids Dash presented by IGS Energy 2026 — Dublin, OHDublin, OHJul 30, 2026From $$0.00
Find Hotels →
Run S’more 4-Miler 2026 — Alliance, OHAlliance, OHJul 31, 2026From $$35.00
Find Hotels →
Big 5 Run 2026 — Middlefield, OHMiddlefield, OHJul 31, 2026From $$25.00
Find Hotels →

Frequently Asked Questions

When is 26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles 2026 — Dayton, OH?

26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles 2026 — Dayton, OH takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Dayton, Ohio.

Where is 26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles 2026 — Dayton, OH held?

26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles 2026 — Dayton, OH is held at Island MetroPark, 101 E Helena St in Dayton, Ohio.

Where can I find hotels near 26th Annual African American Wellness Walk: Moving Hearts & Soles 2026 — Dayton, OH?

RaceHotelFinder shows hotels sorted by distance from the race venue in Dayton. Use the map or list view on this page to compare options and book race weekend accommodation.