location_city Fort Myers
location_on Florida
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calendar_today 11 Apr, 2026
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RegisterGeneral Information:
Parkinson’s 5K & Wellness Walk
April 11th 2026
Lee Health Sports Complex (Hammond Field)
8:00AM
Race Description / Theme:
🏃♂️ Parkinson's Wellness Walk ⚾
For over 200 years, Parkinson Disease has been steadily growing—and recently, at an alarming rate. It is now the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world. In the U.S., Florida has the highest number of cases per capita, with over 79,000 individuals affected, contributing to the 1 million cases nationwide and 10 million globally. That number is projected to rise to 12.9 million by 2040.
Parkinson’s is a chronic, progressive, and complex multi-system disorder with no known cure. While often classified as a movement disorder, it affects much more than just physical movement, impacting mental, emotional, and autonomic functions as well.
The Lee Health Parkinson Program has served over 4,500 individuals in our community and currently supports nearly 2,000 people. Our mission is to provide hope and critical resources to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of living with Parkinson’s. Offering, at no cost personalized support, education, movement and exercise classes, enrichment groups, and social activities to help improve quality of life. Until there is a cure, there is a community—one that stands together to ensure no one faces Parkinson’s alone.
Join us for the Parkinson's 5K & Wellness Walk, benefiting the Lee Health Parkinson Program, as we come together to raise awareness and funds for local Parkinson’s support initiatives. This exciting event takes place at Lee Health Sports Park, Hammond Field, right after spring training, making it the perfect way to enjoy a day at the ballpark while supporting a great cause!
Race Events:
5K & 1 Mile Walk
Medals & Swag:
Every registered participant will receive:
A Parkinsons 5K & Walk T Shirt & A commemorative Finishers Medal
Timing & Award Categories (5K only):
Overall Male and Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd (Gun Time)
0 to 10 | 11 to 19 | 20 to 29 | 30 to 39 | 40 to 49 | 50 to 59 | 60 to 69 | 70 plus (1st, 2nd, 3rd place Male and Female based on net chip time)
Packet Pickup:
Friday, April 10th at Fleet Feet Bell Tower from 5:00pm-7:00pm
13499 S Cleveland Ave Ste 209
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Saturday, April 11th, 2026 from 7:00am-7:45am
Lee Health Sports Complex (Hammond Field)
Race Course(s):
Coming Soon!
Race Rules
Please See Race Rules Tab
Apr 11, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Road running
08:00
Apr 11, 2026
Distance — 1.6K
Type — Road running
09:00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Fort Myers.
Fort Myers is a booming town with great weather, entertainment and a casual feel in Southwest Florida. It was the winter home of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, and it remains a popular spot for "snowbirds" from northern states.
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