2023 Piedmont Triad One Walk

No matter where you live in central North Carolina—from Burlington to Wilkesboro, from Greensboro to Pinehurst, from Asheboro to Winston-Salem, from High Point to Reidsville, and everywhere in between—please join our all-encompassing Piedmont Triad One Walk!

Option 1: Triad Park Schedule of Events

Come out to Triad Park—bring a pop-up tent and a picnic brunch—and take advantage of a beautiful fall day! (We have access to several playgrounds and have reserved two huge shelters with plenty of picnic tables.) 

We walk rain or shine!

Vendors will be available throughout the morning near the Amphitheater. While you are there, be sure to visit our volunteers at the New Family Welcome Area, Youth Ambassador table, Advocacy table and more.

All walkers with T1D will receive a special giveaway and all V1Ps-our top individual fundraisers-will receive a commemorative lanyard, voucher and more, at check-in. Check the "Rewards..." tab above to see what you can earn for being a Top Team!

Food and drinks will be available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds being donated to the JDRF Walk, from our friends at To the Moon and Back Frozen Treats, and Union Coffee. Complimentary grab-and-go snacks and waters will also be provided while supplies last. 

There will be plenty of fun for everyone throughout the park, including games, Facepainting, a history hunt, and more! If you, or a group you are a part of would be interested in the opportunity to perform on Walk day, please email Danielle Hayes at dhayes@jdrf.org. Past performances have ranged from martial arts to dance to musicians. We want to see the full talent of our community represented!

SCHEDULE

Subject to change.

8:45 am V1P Check-In, New Family Welcome Center, and Donation Table* Opens Near the Amphitheater Stage

*Supporters are encouraged to make donations online or mail donations in ahead of Walk day. Please see the FAQ page for additional details. Registered walkers are not required to check-in*

9 am Opening Ceremonies I, Recognition of Top Walkers, Teams and Sponsors (Amphitheatre Stage)

9:15 am Walk I (choose your own length)

10 am FOX8 will join us to share updates and lead the Walk Day celebration! (Amphitheatre Stage)

10:15 am Research Update (Amphitheatre Stage)

10:20 am Everyone with T1D should gather on the hill near Shelter 7 in preparation for our T1D Procession! (from the Shelter to the Amphitheatre Stage)

10:25 am Everyone who wants to march in the T1D Procession, or the T-Shirt, Costume, and Pet Parade should gather in front of the stage! (Amphitheatre Stage)

10:30 am T1D Procession, honoring those living with T1D, followed by the T-Shirt Parade, when all teams can show off their t-shirts! (Amphitheatre Stage)

10:45 am T1D Advocacy Update (Amphitheatre Stage)

10:50 am Final Announcements (Amphitheatre Stage)

11 am Opening Ceremonies II, Recognition of Top Walkers, Teams and Sponsors (Amphitheatre Stage)

11:15 am Walk II (choose your own length)

Noon Celebrate with Your Friends and Family! 

The Walk Route begins at the JDRF arch to the right of the Amphitheater. You’ll see a sign for the turn off for the “short route” (about ¼ mile). The entire route is a little over 2 miles. There are no rules—walk as far as you want!

*Map and activities subject to change.*

Option 2: Walk anywhere, anytime, your way!

Create a walk route in your neighborhood, challenge yourself with a long hike, or walk indoors on a treadmill— however you choose to walk, October 28 will be a day for our community to celebrate our stories, recognize our accomplishments, and walk to change the future for everyone living with T1D.

Involve Your Company in the JDRF One Walk!

For sponsorship opportunities or to discuss the benefits of a corporate Walk team, contact Eleanor at eschaffner-mosh@jdrf.org.