Have you ever wondered about the history behind the MS Moonlight Walk? Delve into the fascinating story of this iconic event that has illuminated the Brisbane skyline since 1998. Learn how it all began as the brainchild of former MS Queensland CEO, Trevor Farrell OAM, who himself lives with MS. Discover the origins, the vision, and the enduring spirit that have kept this event glowing for 25 years.

The inaugural MS Moonlight Walk took place amongst the beautiful Brisbane skyline back in 1998. Originally called the MS Moon Walk, the now iconic event was the brainchild of former MS Queensland CEO Trevor Farrell OAM, who also lives with MS.

The idea behind the event was to give people living with MS, who can often be affected by the heat, the opportunity to participate in a fundraising event in the evening during the cooler period of the day.

Trevor wanted to create an event that felt more of a social activity, and at the time, there wasn’t an event that catered for all walks of life that captured the attractive Brisbane twilight. The MS Moon Walk provided the opportunity for some gentle exercise, whilst coming together for a fun and enjoyable evening.

With support of family and friends being key to people living with MS, the MS Moon Walk offered the chance for people to participate together in a group or team outside of normal work or school hours.

Asked if he ever expected the event would run for 25 years, Trevor said;

“You can only hope for success but cannot foresee just how successful a fundraising event can be. One always imagines that it will continue with hope rather than certainty.

The biggest contributor towards longevity of an event is a reflection of the current staff who have responsibility for & commitment to continuing it’s success.”

Now with over 5,500 people living with MS in Queensland, it is important we come together as a community and join the walk to fight MS.

MS is a chronic disease for which there is no known cure.

The MS Moonlight Walk community is changing lives together and helping to ensure no one faces MS alone.

Join the iconic sea of lanterns on Saturday 28 October, when the MS Moonlight Walk returns to Davies Park, Brisbane! Choose between a leisurely 3km, 5km or 10km walk, and be part of Brisbane’s community to get active and celebrate our great city, while raising money to support thousands of people living with MS.

Alternatively, you can choose to walk in your very own neighbourhood on the same night, and light up your local area! No matter where you are across Queensland, together we will light up the skies.