NAMIWalks Minnesota 2026: Free Mental Health Walk in Minneapolis

About this event

NAMIWalks Minnesota is the annual community walk hosted by NAMI Minnesota, one of the longest-running grassroots mental health advocacy organizations in the country. Thousands of people gather to stand against stigma, honor loved ones, and raise funds for free education programs, peer support groups, and the NAMI HelpLine.

What to expect

Check-in opens early at Minnehaha Regional Park along the Mississippi River. The morning includes a welcome program, a community walk on accessible paved trails, food, music, and resource tables from local mental health organizations. The walk is non-competitive, dog and family friendly, and open to walkers of all paces and abilities.

Who this is for

Anyone affected by mental health conditions, including people living with mental illness, family members, friends, clinicians, students, and community supporters. No diagnosis or affiliation required.

How to join

Registration is free at namimn.org/namimn-events/namiwalks. Fundraising is encouraged but not required to walk.