Join us for the Walk the Talk Gainesville for a meaningful morning of community, fun, and purpose. Walk the Talk brings together individuals, families, and supporters to raise critical funds and awareness for people living with epilepsy.
Every step you take helps create a world where epilepsy is understood, supported, and never faced alone.
Saturday - March 7, 2026
Location: Santa Fe Zoo
3000 NW 83 Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
Check-in: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Walk Begins: 9:00 AM
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Event Highlights:
Scenic walk through the Santa Fe Zoo
Enjoy a unique and easy-to-follow walk route through the Santa Fe Zoo. Perfect for all ages and abilities, this one-of-a-kind setting lets you stroll alongside nature and wildlife while supporting epilepsy awareness.
Family-friendly activities
Take part in crafts, games, and interactive experiences designed to keep kids and families engaged and having fun throughout the afternoon.
Live DJ and entertainment
Enjoy upbeat music, dancing, and lively entertainment to keep the energy high and the celebration going.
Face painting and fun activities
Kids can get creative with face painting and enjoy playful activities throughout the event.
Community partners and local resources
Connect with local organizations, learn about epilepsy support services, and meet community partners who are making a difference.
Free Walk the Talk t-shirt for all participants
Your registration includes an official Walk the Talk t-shirt, so you can proudly show your support during the walk and beyond.
Ways to Get Involved
Walk as an Individual
Register, show up, and walk in support of epilepsy awareness. Whether you’re walking for yourself, a loved one, or the entire epilepsy community, every walker makes a difference.
Create or Join a Team
Walking is better together! Create a team with friends, family, coworkers, or classmates and raise funds as a group. Team fundraising is a powerful way to multiply your impact.
Become a Sponsor
Partner with Walk the Talk as a sponsor and show your commitment to supporting people living with epilepsy. Sponsors receive recognition before, during, and after the event. Opportunities range from on-site visibility to digital promotion. A sponsorship packet is available upon request, and for more information, please contact [email protected].
FAQs
Walk the Talk is a community walk and awareness event benefiting Epilepsy Alliance Florida. Funds raised support education, support services, and resources for individuals and families affected by epilepsy.
Everyone is welcome! Walk the Talk is family-friendly and open to people of all ages and abilities.
Registration is $35 for adults and helps support our programs and services. Your fee also includes a Walk the Talk t-shirt to proudly wear during the event.
Fundraising is encouraged but not required. Every participant helps raise awareness just by showing up and walking.
The walk route is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for all ages and abilities. Exact distance details will be shared closer to the event.
Pets are not permitted at the Santa Fe Zoo. However, trained service animals that meet ADA guidelines are welcome. For the safety of all guests and animals, service animals must remain under control at all times.
Wear comfortable shoes, bring water and sunscreen, and show your support by dressing in purple. Signs and banners are encouraged! You’ll also receive a Walk the Talk t-shirt when you register—so bring your purple spirit and get ready for a fun, meaningful day!
Walk the Talk is a rain-or-shine event. Any weather-related updates will be shared via email and social media.
Partner with Walk the Talk as a sponsor and show your commitment to supporting people living with epilepsy. Sponsors receive recognition before, during, and after the event. Opportunities range from on-site visibility to digital promotion. A sponsorship packet is available upon request, and for more information, please contact [email protected].
Funds raised stay local and support Epilepsy Alliance Florida’s programs, including education, support groups, seizure response training, and resources for individuals living with epilepsy. To learn more, visit epilepsyalliancefl.org.
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Epilepsy Alliance Florida is dedicated to supporting the more than half a million Floridians impacted by epilepsy by confronting the spectrum of challenges created by seizures.
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Questions? Contact us at [email protected]
Epilepsy Alliance Florida is dedicated to supporting the more than half a million Floridians impacted by epilepsy by confronting the spectrum of challenges created by seizures.
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