Want to shine a light on neurological conditions closer to home?
With our 'In Your Neighbourhood' virtual option you can! On Saturday 18 October you can illuminate your neighbourhood wherever you are across Queensland.
Register to participate in MS Moonlight Walk In Your Neighbourhood and get your “Light up pack” in the mail!
A great opportunity to bring your friends and family together to walk in your local area and raise funds and support for those living with neurological conditions.
Whether near or far, join this incredible community under the night sky to show your support and illuminate the way forward. Together we will shine a light on neuro conditions!
Keep scrolling down this page to view other local walks and read the FAQs.
PLEASE NOTE: If you register after Sunday 5 October we cannot guarantee your lantern and pack will arrive in time for the event.
2024 saw 19 teams come together across Queensland
From FNQ to the Gold Coast and even stretching into NSW, teams walked together across the state to shine a light on their loved ones with a neuro condition!
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I walk?
We recommend that you walk on Saturday 18 October, anytime from sundown! However you are also welcome to do this anytime in October, if this date doesn't suit you.
How far should I walk?
You have the flexibility to choose your own distance! For example, consider walking 2.5km, 5km or 7.5km in your local area. These are the distances that other walkers are covering in Roma Street Parkland.
Did you know when you register and log onto your personal dashboard you can even set your distance goal! Simply head to ‘my fitness activity’ tab and enter the km’s you will be walking on Saturday 18 October.
You can also link your fitness app and track your steps. This will all appear on your fundraising page, so your sponsors can see your commitment to lighting the way to a better tomorrow.
What’s included in my registration price?
With your registration, you will receive your glow pack posted to you before the date:
- An iconic MS Moonlight Walk Lantern so you can shine a light
- Your fundraising rewards & merchandise
- Personalised support from the MS Queensland Team to help you maximise your fundraising and experience on the day.
- Share your journey with your glowing fundraising page, where you add your kilometres walked – in the lead up to and on event night
- Access to the official MS Moonlight Walk Facebook Community Group where you can share your event experience with MS Moonlight Walk participants across Queensland!
- The knowledge that you are part of a, strong connected community walking to ensure no one faces thier journey alone.
PLEASE NOTE: If you register after Sunday 5 October, we cannot guarantee that your lantern and pack will arrive in time for the event.
Can I do this with other people?
Yes, of course. We encourage everyone to create a team and ask their family and friends to join them to walk with purpose, raise their lanterns high, and ignite a beacon of support that shines far and wide.
We ask that everyone register online as a participant in the MS Moonlight Walk so they can have access to all the goodies included in registration and receive their official MS Moonlight Walk lantern to carry on the night.
How can I create my team?
At the bottom of the “CREATE YOUR PAGE” step, there is the option to create or join a tea
Registering a team is easy, just follow the below steps:
The person who creates the team is by default the Team Captain
Invite everyone you know. You can invite others to join your team as the final step of the registration process. They will receive an automatic email asking them to walk with you in our team so that they can join you. We have some tools available to help you - including posters if you want to take a traditional approach!
How can I fundraise?
There are a number of ways you can fundraise for the MS Moonlight Walk! Check out our website for all our fundraising tips: www.moonlightwalk.com.au/fundraising/fundraising-tips
Are there any rules I need to abide by?
- Follow all Queensland road rules and walk with care and consideration of others on the roads and paths at all times
- All participants must be registered for the MS Moonlight Walk
Tips on keeping safe in your neighbourhood
We love you want to support people living with MS and neurological conditions and have chosen to take to the streets in your neighbourhood rather than joining in the masses at Roma Street Parkland. We wanted to give you some hints on staying safe while out walking:
- Consider the route you want to take on the night – have you walked it at night before and do you know how lit up these areas are? Maybe do a quick drive around the area one night in the few weeks leading up to make sure it’s a safe night time route.
- Are the footpaths relatively flat and trip hazard free? Its easier to spot hazards in the day time, so if it’s a new route you haven’t walked often, be careful on the night.
- We strongly recommend anyone under the age of 16 is accompanied by an adult.
- Carry water with you to keep you hydrated.
