Walk for Alzheimer's at FootFest

By Ally Foust Join Me

Event Details

Location

Lobby @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver Downtown Convention Center 1420 Stout St, Denver, CO 80202

Date and time

October 2, 2026 03:00 PM

GaitHappens 5k at FootFest 2026

Walking together in support of the work of the Alzheimer's Association is more than just a step forward: it's a powerful act of hope, unity, and action. By walking with GaitHappens at FootFest, we will honor and remember the millions affected by Alzheimer’s and all other dementia, supporting their families, and fueling the Alzheimer's Association mission to end this devastating disease. Let's walk toward a future without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia! 
To register for our FootFest2026 Walk, click the button to "Fundraise With Us" under the photo, and make a donation of $25 (or more if it's a personal cause for you). You'll get a receipt for the donation, and we'll have you on the list for the walk. You'll also have a personal fundraising page - If you want to do a little more for the cause, share your page link and invite others to make a donation in support of the Alzheimer's Association. If you need help with that, contact Stephanie at smfoster@alz.org.

For those with a connection to the cause, we will have "race bibs" that you can write your loved ones names on, to wear during the walk to honor and remember them. If you share your fundraising page link, you can invite others to donate and share the names of their loved ones, to add to your bib, too.

Your kindness and generosity will truly make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer's. Thank you for joining us in this!
Welcome to the Gait Happens team page for the 2nd annual Foot Fest fundraiser!
We have been on a mission not only to highlight the importance of foot health worldwide, but also to raise awareness of one of the most easily accessible and underutilized activities that can change your life: walking.
This year, we’ve partnered with the Alzheimer’s Association to help fuel the mission to end this devastating disease. On October 3, 2025, in Denver, Colorado, we will host a 5K walk, with all proceeds going toward critical funding for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.
You know we love fun facts, so here’s why we chose a 'walk' to support this mission:
  • Individuals who walk 9,800 steps per day (~5 miles) are 51% less likely to develop dementia.
  • Individuals who walk just 3,800 steps per day (~2 miles) are 25% less likely to develop dementia.
  • Walking has been linked to slowing cognitive decline, enhancing mood, and improving the overall quality of life for Alzheimer’s patients.
  • Regular walking—more than two hours per week—can stabilize or even improve cognitive function in early-stage Alzheimer’s.
We want to spread awareness about the power of walking and how this simple, accessible activity can transform lives—especially those of our dearest family and friends. Please join us as we come together as a community to fight this disease.
We would be honored to have you with us.
#EVERYSOLEMATTERS

Thank you to all our supporters

$20

Top supporter

Ally Foust

Jul 23, 2026

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