In 2025, 554 lives were lost to suicide in the state of Iowa.
This year on September 20th, our goal is to have
554 walkers sharing space for each life lost last year.
Will you walk with us? #554
When: Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Where: University of Dubuque Track & Field
Doors open at 5:30PM
Walk begins at 6:30PM
Participation:
1. $25 Walk Fee (t-shirt included, general sizes available the day of the event) & children under the age of 16 walk free- *there is a processing fee associated with online ordering*
2.Online registration will close online Friday, September 18th at 10:00PM with walk-ins welcome the day of the event.
3.We have community walk tickets available for no cost made possible by the McGrath Family of Dealerships
4.Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
5.The Track & Field prohibits animals on its surface.
How it works:
Join us for a mile around the University of Dubuque Track & Field in support of NAMI Dubuque and National Suicide Prevention Week. We welcome large groups, small groups, families, peers, our community, organizations, and individual walkers. We will have resources available.
Please note: Our event is a non-competitive walk.
Questions? events@namidubuque.org
Additional FAQ:
1. Rain location will be held inside at the indoor track and field at UD.
2. Restrooms are located inside the building at the indoor track and field.
3. We encourage everyone to bring a water bottle and drink! (Alcohol and drug use are prohibited at this event).
4. Walk parking is available in the lot at the University of Dubuque Track and Field on campus.
Please note:
5.Animals are prohibited on the Track & Field.
Thank you to our stigmafree walk sponsors and partners:
Brown's Shoe Fit Co. Dubuque, Chad & Laura Chandlee Family, Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, GreenState Credit Union, McGrath Family of Dealerships, Medical Associates, University of Dubuque, 1-800-TSHIRTS