Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Oct. 25th

wntown Bluffton later this month to take part in the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s, part of the world’s largest fundraising event for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.

The walk will be held Saturday, October 25th, at the Bluffton Promenade, 1 Promenade Street. Check-in begins at 10 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony at 10:45 a.m. The event is open to all ages and abilities, with participants invited to join a casual two-mile walk following the ceremony.

Hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter, the annual event raises money to support families affected by dementia and to advance research toward prevention and treatment. According to the organization, the Bluffton walk has already raised more than $101,000 toward its $110,000 fundraising goal.

“This is a pivotal moment in the fight against Alzheimer’s,” said Ashton Houghton, executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter, in a news release. “There are now treatments that can slow the course of the disease. By gathering together for Walk to End Alzheimer’s, everyone can play an important part in providing vital support for families facing dementia today, while also funding global research.”

A highlight of the event is the Promise Garden ceremony, where participants carry brightly colored flowers representing their personal connection to Alzheimer’s disease. The display is meant to symbolize hope, remembrance, and unity in the fight against dementia.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including an estimated 112,500 South Carolinians. Nearly 12 million family members and friends nationwide serve as caregivers for people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Registration for all Walk to End Alzheimer’s events is available at www.alz.org/walk.