Step into a Healthier, Happier Buckhead with buckheadWALKS!
Buckhead is best experienced on foot. Whether it’s a leisurely stroll to a favorite café, a midday walk through a scenic park, or a quick break from the daily routine, walking offers a simple yet powerful way to connect with the neighborhood. That’s why buckheadWALKS!, Livable Buckhead’s month-long walking challenge, is more than just a fitness tracker—it’s a chance to explore, engage, and improve well-being, all while earning points and prizes.
Walking isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s a proven way to reduce stress, boost creativity, and improve mental health. Taking even a short daily walk outdoors helps clear the mind and strengthen a sense of place in the community. Whether it’s an after-dinner stroll with a dog, a morning power walk to jumpstart the day, or a mid-afternoon movement break, every step adds up to something bigger.
This year, buckheadWALKS! brings even more ways to stay active and engaged. Participants can track their daily steps automatically through the Wellable app and join a lineup of special events designed to keep things fun. Weekly activities like scavenger hunts and run club meet-ups encourage friendly competition and camaraderie, while bonus activities offer extra chances to rack up points. Some of the highlights include:
- Paws on the PATH – April 5th
- Buckhead Pollinator Walk – April 8th
- Old Ivy Fitness Tunnel Tour – April 14th (Celebrate the opening of this exciting new PATH400 feature!)
- Buckhead Plaza Earth Day Event – April 24th
- Take a Selfie on PATH400 – May 1st
- buckheadRUN! 5K – May 3rd (featuring the Fastest Fido award!)
Walking is one of the easiest ways to improve both personal health and the health of the community. With 55% of Buckhead households owning dogs and more than 87,000 dogs in the neighborhood, it’s clear that many residents are already out enjoying the benefits of an active lifestyle. buckheadWALKS! offers the perfect opportunity to turn those everyday steps into something more—connection, exploration, and a bit of friendly competition.
This year also brings an exciting new addition to PATH400—the Old Ivy Fitness Tunnel, an innovative space designed to make movement more accessible and fun for everyone. Join us on April 14th for a special tour and experience this latest enhancement to Buckhead’s growing network of greenways and trails.
So lace up your shoes, step outside, and take part in buckheadWALKS!. Whether walking solo, with a friend, or alongside a four-legged companion, every step brings Buckhead closer together.
