Join the Omaha community for the Breakthrough T1D™ Walk, a family-friendly event bringing people of all ages and abilities together to support everyone impacted by type 1 diabetes.
Every step helps fuel research, advocacy and community support while moving us closer to cures. Participants can make an impact by walking, fundraising, volunteering or donating.
The event begins at 11:30 a.m. with activities, food trucks, vendor experiences and time for teams to gather. The T1D Champions Parade staging begins at 12:30 p.m., followed by the parade, group photo, opening ceremonies and National Anthem at 12:45 p.m. The one-mile walk officially begins with a ribbon cutting at 1:00 p.m., and activities conclude at 2:30 p.m.
This year’s experience includes a flag ceremony honoring each participant’s connection to T1D, a Community Wall for messages of hope and strength, and the Pathway to Progress highlighting milestones in type 1 diabetes research. The Breakthrough Mile will also feature tribute signs honoring local T1D champions and their journeys.
First-time walkers and anyone not yet registered should stop at the Welcome Tent upon arrival for event information, required forms and a pennant flag for the opening ceremony. Participants living with T1D can also pick up a T1D identifier and take part in the T1D Champions Parade.
Parking will be available in the Carson Wealth parking lot directly adjacent to Union Bank & Trust. Follow the Breakthrough T1D parking signs and flags for the designated entrance.
Event day schedule
11:30 a.m. — Activities open
12:30 p.m. — T1D Champions Parade staging begins
12:45 p.m. — Parade, group photo and opening ceremonies
1:00 p.m. — Ribbon cutting and walk start
2:30 p.m. — Activities conclude
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Click here to register, donate, volunteer and view full event details
Contact details
Event coordinator: Alex Reed
Phone: (402) 853-0966
For questions about recognizing a loved one with a Breakthrough Mile tribute sign, contact Rachel Grigsby at RGrigsby@BT1D.org.
Brought to you by Applied Underwriters.