8:30AM – Participants can access the grounds and visit sponsors, enjoy a breakfast-themed snack and commemorate the day with a photo.

9:45AM – The Official Ceremony begins and includes an interactive component for participants.

10:00AM – Participants start walking on the site’s supported and accessible routes, featuring a Hydration Station with water.

10:45AM – Start Line and routes close.

12:00PM – Walk MS event is completed.

Enjoy these features and more at Walk MS: 

Registration and Information, Sponsored by Infusion for Health: If you have not registered online, stop at the Registration and Information Area to sign up for Walk MS. Participants can drop off donations and have Walk MS questions answered by volunteers and staff.

T-shirts: All Walk MS fundraiser T-shirts are being distributed on site. Raise $100 or more and pick up your T-shirt the day of the event at the T-Shirt tent.

Official Ceremony: The Walk MS Official Ceremony is held at the Main Stage and includes an opportunity for everyone to participate and see the Walk MS community come to life in a powerful way.

• 2026 Official Ceremony Honoree: Elizabeth Gilmore

The Center for People Living with MS, Sponsored by Sanofi: Visit The Center to learn about Society programs and resources, including self-help groups and MS Navigators. Individuals living with MS receive a Walk MS bandana courtesy of Sanofi. You can also fill out a Diagnosis Date sticker, and meet others living with MS.

Complete the Circle: Visit this interactive display to demonstrate support, love and remembrance for individuals diagnosed with MS. Choose a sticker color that symbolizes your connection to the MS community and leave your personal mark by writing your name or message.

• Orange Circles – For those living with MS
• Green Circles – For those who love or support a person who is living with MS, including remembrances
• Yellow Circles – For those who support the Society’s mission

Circles of Support: Visit the Circles of Support Area and pick up your complimentary hand-held circle to participate in the Opening Ceremony.

• Orange Circles – For those living with MS
• Green Circles – For those who love or support a person who is living with MS, including remembrances
• Yellow Circles – For those who support the Society’s mission

Food and Beverage, Sponsored by Plancorp: The Food and Beverage Area includes breakfast-themed snacks and beverages.

Start Line/Finish Line and Routes: Participants pass through the Start Line and determine which of our supported and accessible routes they’ll take. Most sites provide two options, and all routes include a Hydration Station with water.

Hydration Station: Positioned along the route and offering water.

Sponsor Area: Visit a variety of Walk MS sponsors and talk with company representatives to learn more about their helpful products and services.

 Top Fundraiser Area: A fun perk for last year’s top Walk MS fundraisers. Invitees receive commemorative credentials and can meet their fundraising peers plus talk with Society staff. Breakfast-themed snacks and beverages will be available, along with accessible seating. The Top Fundraiser Area also includes a photo area and a listing of the prior year’s top fundraisers.

• For Walk MS St. Louis, if your team raised a minimum of $3,500 in 2025, the entire team is invited into the Top Fundraising Area.  All team members MUST be registered to enter.
• If you are a 2025 Gold Club Member (raised $1,000+ individually) or Silver Club Member (have raised $500+ individually), you and a guest are invited into the Top Fundraisers Area.

Why I Walk: Pick up a bib size sticker and share why you participate in Walk MS. Bibs size stickers are available at multiple spots around the site including The Center and Complete the Circle.

Volunteer Check-In: Calling all volunteers! Sign in and receive your assignments at the Registration and Information tent.

Photo Area: Grab your orange swag and gather your team to commemorate the day at the Walk MS Photo Area.

Photo Tent Sponsored by Lexitas: Stop by the photo tent for fun snapshots, great vibes, and unforgettable event memories.

Dog Zone Sponsored by Show Me State Vital Care: Dogs are welcome to enjoy special treats and lap up some water.

…and more!

Donations: 

• Submit online at walkMS.org
• Download the DonorDrive app to quickly deposit checks, ask for donations and more
• Mail to the National MS Society, P.O. Box 54879, Los Angeles, CA 90054
• Turn in the day of your event at the Registration and Information Area