Walk In My Shoes 2026 – Ocala – Ocala, FL 2026

Date
April 16, 2026
Location
Ocala, FL
Venue
2575 SW 42nd St
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
Walk in My Shoes 2026 - Ocala
Includes
T-Shirt and Drawstring Backpack
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Join the Lauren’s Kids foundation and thousands of walkers across the state for the 2026 Walk in My Shoes 1,500-mile trek across Florida. April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month — every step counts in the fight to prevent child sexual abuse and help survivors heal. WALK IN MY SHOES OCALA Date: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 Start location: Publix Super Market at Grand Oaks Town Center (2575 SW 42nd St, Ocala, FL 34471) Registration Begins: 9:00 AM Walk Start: 10:00 AM Details: Join us for a 4-mile walk to Marion County Sexual Assault Center, Inc. (1121 SW 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34471) — with the opportunity to stop or continue walking our full 4-mile route to Kimberly's Center for Child Protection (2800 NE 14th St, Ocala, FL 34470)! An UBER code will be provided to walkers to cover the cost of a ride back from the walk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Walk In My Shoes 2026 – Ocala – Ocala, FL 2026?

Walk In My Shoes 2026 – Ocala – Ocala, FL 2026 takes place on April 16, 2026. The race is held in Ocala, Florida.

Where is Walk In My Shoes 2026 – Ocala – Ocala, FL 2026 held?

Walk In My Shoes 2026 – Ocala – Ocala, FL 2026 is held at 2575 SW 42nd St in Ocala, Florida.

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