Walk with a Doc:
Columbus Recreation & Parks
Join us for Walk with a Doc at Columbus Recreation & Parks! This free community walking program is led by local doctors and is open to people of all ages and abilities. The program allows participants to safely take a walk, learn about current health topics, and meet new people. We hope to see you at our next walk!
2026 Walk Schedules:
| WALK LOCATION | SCHEDULE |
|---|---|
| Woodward Park & Community Center 5147 Karl Rd., Columbus, OH 43229 | 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 9 AM (April-October) |
| Marion Franklin Community Center 2801 Lockbourne Rd, Columbus, OH 43207 | 1st & 3rd Saturdays at 9 AM (April-October) |
| Dodge Park & Community Center 667 Sullivant Ave., Columbus, OH 43215 | 2nd & 4th Saturdays at 9 AM (April-October) |
| Big Walnut Park & Far East Community Center 1826 Lattimer Dr., Columbus, OH 43227 | 2nd & 4th Saturdays at 8:30 AM (April-October) |
| Linden Community Center 1350 Briarwood Ave, Columbus, OH 43211 | 4th Saturdays at 9 AM (Year-Round) |
Upcoming Walks:
Leader: Julie Thomas, RPh (Ambulatory Care Pharmacy), OhioHealth
Topic: A1c, blood sugar, and continuous glucose monitoring – what do the numbers mean?
Leader: Do BAir, APNP-CNP (Cardiology/Heart Failure), OhioHealth
Topic: Hypertension
Leader and Topic TBD
Leader: Bryan Ghiloni, MD, CPE, FAAFP (Family Medicine), Mount Carmel Health System
Topic: TBD
Leader: Nitin Gera, MD (Cardiology), OhioHealth
Topic: Heart Health
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EARN PRIZES
Attend 5 or more walks between April – October 2026 and earn a free t-shirt. Complete additional challenges to earn points throughout the year and redeem them for prizes at our Annual Celebration. Click here to learn more.
Contact Columbus Recreation & Parks: DNDrew@columbus.gov | 614-645-0072
