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CHOC Walk in the Park charity event announces return to Disneyland with new summer date

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Families and friends in matching CHOC Walk t-shirts parade down Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland, laughing together and waving colorful balloons during the beloved charity event.

Image via CHOCwalk.org

The Children’s Hospital of Orange Country (frequently abbreviated as CHOC) has been going strong since 1964 in the city of Orange, just south of Anaheim, California– best known as the home of the Disneyland Resort. For over twenty-five years of that time, the CHOC Walk in the Park has been raising money to support “a variety of patient and family programs, as well as education, research, and the development of the latest technologies to advance the health of CHOC patients.”

This year the organizers behind CHOC Walk in the Park were pleased to announce that the 2017 event will be held at the end of the summer on August 27th, rather than in the fall near Halloween, as has been the recent tradition.

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Over the years, CHOC Walk in the Park has raised over $30 million and this year their target is $3,100,000. Disney describes the event as follows: “Participants in the 2017 CHOC Walk in the Park will enjoy a family-friendly 5K walk through Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park and the Downtown Disney District. Along the way, you’ll have unique photo opportunities as some cherished Disney friends cheer you on.”

Guests enter beneath a festive orange and purple balloon arch at a lively charity event, surrounded by banners and decorations that capture the enchanting spirit of Disneyland.
Image via CHOCwalk.org

This week I had the opportunity to attend a preview event for this year’s CHOC Walk, and during the presentation the media received a first look at the new medallion and pin, available to participants at certain pledge amounts.

2017 CHOC Walk in the Park medal featuring a bear and Disneyland logo hanging from a vibrant lanyard, showcased as part of the celebration of this beloved charity tradition at Disneyland. CHOC Walk in the Park 2017 collectible pin honoring the beloved Disney charity event, featured at Disneyland Resort and displayed on a bright backdrop.

CHOC Walk in the Park 2017 will take place during the morning of Sunday, August 27th at Disneyland. Be sure to visit CHOC Walk’s official website for more information and registration resources, and check out the Disney Parks Blog to join the Disneyland Annual Passholders team for the walk.

CHOC Walk event sign at Disneyland inviting park guests to join the magical CHOC Walk in the Park charity celebration.

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Mike Celestino

After growing up on Long Island, Mike has spent his adult life in Southern California. He’s been fascinated by theme parks since a very early age, and has contributed to Inside the Magic since April of 2015. His other interests include Star Wars, LEGO, and The Muppets.

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