July 11, 2026

7th Annual Walk for Chiari

In support of SickKids Foundation. Saturday, July 11, 2026. The Town Square, Bradford West Gwillimbury. Rain or shine.

425 Holland St W, Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON

Fully Accessible Route

Leashed Pets Welcome

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Event Schedule

Plan your family's day. Arrive early to enjoy the BBQ lunch, activities & more!

11:00 AM
Opening Ceremonies

Introductions, SickKids Representative speaks, Counsellor Peter Ferragine speaks and other members of council will make an appearance. Announcing of walk commencing.

11:30 AM
Kids Zone Opens

Face painting, craft station, photo booth, and inflatable games open for the kids!

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Walk Commences

The community walk begins! Enjoy the scenic route at your own pace.

1:30 PM
Silent Auction Closes

Silent Auction forms brought to registration for payment. Silent Auction forms picked up at Auction Station.

2:00 PM
Closing Ceremony

Walk ends. Thank you to everyone for attending!

Event Activities

Bring your kids for a fun filled day with face painting, Harvey's BBQ, photo booth, craft station and a live DJ

Face Painting

Let the kids transform into their favourite characters, animals, or superheroes with our talented face painters.

Harvey's BBQ

Come early to enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch hot off the grill. Burgers, hot dogs, and more for the whole family.

Photo Booth

Strike a pose with family and friends! Grab fun props and take home a keepsake from the day.

Craft Station

Get creative at our hands-on craft station. A little something for kids of all ages to make and take home.

Live DJ

Good vibes all day. A live DJ spinning tunes to keep the energy high from start to finish.

Silent Auction

Bid on amazing items generously donated by local businesses. Closes at 1:30 PM, don't miss out!

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about logistics, weather, or accessibility? We've got you covered

Who can participate?

Everyone! The Walk for Chiari is a family-friendly community event that welcomes participants of all ages and abilities.

No. While online registration is encouraged, participants may also register at the event beginning at 10:00 a.m.

No. There is no fundraising minimum; however, every donation helps support SickKids Foundation and raises awareness for Chiari malformation.

Absolutely! We encourage families, friends, schools, businesses, sports teams, and community organizations to participate together.

All proceeds support SickKids Foundation, helping fund world-class patient care, groundbreaking research, education, and innovation while advancing children's health.

Yes. The Town Square and walking route are accessible for strollers, wheelchairs, and participants of varying abilities.

Yes! Volunteers play an important role in making this event successful. Visit our Get Involved page or contact us to learn more about volunteer opportunities.

The Walk for Chiari is a rain-or-shine event unless severe weather creates unsafe conditions. Any updates will be posted on our website and social media pages.

We are always looking for community partners to help make this event a success. Please visit our Sponsors page or contact us for sponsorship opportunities.

Free public parking is available near The Town Square. Additional parking information will be shared closer to the event.

If you have any questions about the event, registration, sponsorship, or volunteering, please visit our Contact Us page or send us a message. We'd be happy to help.

Register for the Walk