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1st Annual ADHD Awareness Walk

  • Crossgates Mall 1 Crossgates Mall Road Albany, NY, 12203 United States (map)

The Capital Region’s first ADHD Awareness Walk meets a vital need for the more than 246,000 New Yorkers living with ADHD.

This event promotes access to resources, fosters visibility and representation, and creates a strong support network for individuals of all ages. Accessible walk for everyone walking or not (indoors with escalators and elevators available)

By raising awareness, we can help reduce serious risks associated with untreated ADHD—such as increased rates of suicide, obesity, violence, and early death.

Because ADHD is often misunderstood and stigmatized, events like this walk play a crucial role in public education. They help dispel myths, amplify real stories, and empower individuals with ADHD to seek the support they need without shame.

By uniting community energy, expert support, and lived experience, the ADHD Awareness Walk creates a powerful platform for long-term change. It’s not just a walk—it’s a movement toward a more inclusive and informed future.


What else will be at the Walk:

  • Warm up with Zumba Instructor Shay Allen

  • Live performance by TBA

  • Guest speakers: TBA

  • Free light refreshments

  • Therapy Dogs

  • Photobooth

  • Sharing personal stories and experiences

  • Learn about ADHD facts, services and support available

  • Meet local mental health organizations and advocates

  • Raffle prizes and giveaways

Empowering Sponsors:

Earlier Event: October 1
The Neurodivergent Housewife
Later Event: October 14
Dark Moon Grief Gathering