Beloved Walk to Cure Arthritis Celebrates 25 Years With New Experiences 

ATLANTA — Dec. 5, 2025 — Next year, Walk to Cure Arthritis, the Arthritis Foundation’s flagship fundraising event taking place in nearly 60 communities across the country, will mark 25 years of bringing people together to make bold moves in the fight against arthritis and celebrate how far we’ve come.  

Over the past quarter-century, thousands have laced up to show their support for the Arthritis Foundation’s mission to improve quality of life for all people living with arthritis — and the 2026 Walk is set to be the most exciting yet. 

A Celebration That Is So Much More Than a Walk 

Walk to Cure Arthritis promises energy, connection and fun from start to finish, symbolized by the colorful pinwheel each participant will receive when they check in. Pinwheels represent each part of the arthritis community — patients, health care providers, researchers and caregivers — working together to create progress in arthritis research, treatments and public awareness. The pinwheels will play a role in the ceremony honoring outstanding Arthritis Foundation volunteers, partners and community members.  

Every Walk to Cure Arthritis will include a customized mix of event components and activities reflecting the unique characteristics of their community: 

• 💃 A lively Zumba warm-up to get everyone moving and smiling. 
• 🎯 Family Fun Zone where kids and families can play, reconnect and get a glimpse of our empowering summer camps for kids with arthritis and other rheumatic diseases. 
• 🧘 Yoga & Mobility Space designed for gentle movement that eases joint stiffness, pain and promotes wellness. 
• 🥗 Tasty, joint-friendly snacks featuring fresh, healthy options that fuel your steps. 
• 🐾 “Paws-pitality” area for dogs, complete with treats and water stations for our furry walking friends. 

“Walk to Cure Arthritis has always been about community — coming together with purpose, passion and hope,” says Erica D’Agostino, national vice president, special events and volunteer engagement. “In small towns and in big cities, we’ve celebrated the strength of people living with arthritis, and we’re walking forward with renewed energy and vision for what’s ahead.” 

Walk With Us — and Say Yes to Conquering Arthritis! 

Every step taken at every Walk helps fund credible, sound scientific research to find next-generation treatments for arthritis and supports Arthritis Foundation resources that make life better for those living with it today. 

Join us to say Yes! to: 

• Cutting-edge research for better treatments and a cure. 
• Celebrating people in the arthritis community who live life to the fullest and inspire others to do the same. 
• A stronger, more connected community working toward a healthier future. 

Take the First Step. Register Today. 

Registering for the Walk to Cure Arthritis has never been easier! In just a few quick steps, participants can sign up online at walktocurearthritis.org from any device — no paperwork required. Simply choose your local event, create or join a team and you will be ready to start raising funds to make every step count toward finding a cure. Whether you are walking solo, with family, or alongside colleagues, registration is simple, secure and takes only minutes — so you can focus on what really matters: moving together to conquer arthritis.