Event Information

Walk for Lupus Now is a family-friendly event that raises funds to support the programs and services of the Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tristate Chapter (LFA). The Walk for Lupus Now Delaware will take place on Sunday, June 24, 2012 at the Dravo Plaza at Riverfront Wilmington. Choose to walk 2 or 4 kilometers along the scenic Riverfront Wilmington in Wilmington, DE. Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome!

Walkers are asked to check-in at 7:30 a.m.; the Walk will begin at 8:30 a.m. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing, suitable for the weather. Refreshments will be provided.

There are no fees to participate in the Walk, but a commemorative Walk for Lupus Now T-shirt will be provided to each participant who has raised $100 or more, for individual walkers. For teams, every $100 raise will earn you a free t-shirt, up to the amount of members on the team.

Here are some simple steps to get you started:

Getting Started

  1. Register for the Walk for Lupus Now®.
  2. Set a fundraising goal.
  3. Start a team. Walking with a team is more fun, and makes it easier to raise money.
  4. Raise money. Get valuable fundraising tips, and set up a personal fundraising page to spread the word among friends, family, and co-workers.
  5. Walk with friends, family, and team members.
  6. Celebrate a job well done!

Getting There and Parking

Directions

Directions from New York/New Jersey: Take the New Jersey Turnpike South to the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Continue through the toll plaza and stay to the left. Follow the sign that reads South to I-95 & Wilmington/Baltimore. Take the I-95 N to Wilmington. Take Exit 6 in Wilmington, Delaware (Maryland Avenue) and turn right onto Maryland Avenue. Follow the signs to the Riverfront, turning right at the second traffic light onto Justison Street.

Directions from Pennsylvania (Philadelphia): Take I-95 South to Exit 6 in Wilmington, Delaware (Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.). Turn left at the 4th traffic light onto Martin Luther King Blvd. Turn right at the 4th traffic light onto Justison Street.

Parking

Parking is available in the Dravo Plaza Parking Lot, in addition to free parking on the street.