HELP US REACH OUR GOAL
Thank you Norfolk for all your hard work! Even though the walk has passed, you can still donate to help us reach our goal!
2026 PHOTOS
Check out the pictures from the walk! A special thank you and shoutout to Dyan Witt Photography for capturing the optimism of the day!
Click here to view and download pictures from the
2026 Norfolk Optimism Walk
2026 Virginia Optimism Walk for Parkinson's
Join us for the APDA Optimism Walk!
Walkers will come together nationwide in 2026 to step forward in support of all people affected by Parkinson's disease. Your fundraising dollars at the Norfolk, Virginia Optimism Walk for Parkinson's will go directly toward the local community, expanding local programs and services to help more people with Parkinson's disease live life to the fullest, as well as fund cutting-edge research to help find better treatments and ultimately, a cure.
SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026
Time:
8:00 am - Check-in & Registration opens
9:30 am - Optimism Ceremony & Walk Begins 9:45 a.m.
Location:
START AT HARBOR'S EDGE, WALK TO PLUM POINT PARK
801 SOUTHAMPTON AVENUE | NORFOLK, VA, 23510 Link to Google Maps
There will be food trucks, face painting, music, prizes, interactive art, and more!
Rain or shine!
Dogs are NOT permitted. (Service animals only, please.)
For more information, please email apdavirginia@apdaparkinson.org. Donations can also be mailed to APDA Virginia | PO Box 4162, Virginia Beach, VA 23454.