The walk has now taken place. Thank you to everyone who participated and supported the event.
Watch this space for updates on our 2027 walk!
Purple Walk For Epilepsy, Sunday 29th March 2026
Join the Purple Walk For Epilepsy around Hamilton Lake!
The event starts at Innes Common at 9:30am. This is a free event and registration is not required.
Come dressed in purple! Wear purple on the day in celebration of Purple Day.
This is a family friendly event and dogs on leash are welcome. Walk at your own pace and enjoy a walk around the lake, prams and wheelchairs welcome.
Collect a purple ribbon at the starting line, connect with the community, and raise epilepsy awareness.
Most importantly have fun!
There is a sausage sizzle available from 10.30am. Highlight includes a live singing performance at the finish line.
Would you like to fundraise for Epilepsy New Zealand?
Please donate through our website https://epilepsy.org.nz/donate-to-epilepsy-nz/, or start your own fundraiser through givealittle, https://givealittle.co.nz/org/epilepsynewzealand.
Please share this fun event with your friends and networks:
Facebook Event https://www.facebook.com/events/1686395619014009
Our Waikato and Auckland educator will be onsite to connect with you or your whanau for information about epilepsy.