When:
Sunday, May 7, 2023
- 8 a.m. – Check-in for teams and individuals
- 9 a.m. – Opening entertainment and festival ceremony starts
- 10 a.m. – Walk begins
- 11 a.m. – Finish line ceremony & after-walk activities
Where:
Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Rd. Las Vegas, NV, 89120
Central lot off Eastern Ave.
Details:
Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s (AFAN) 33rd annual AIDS Walk Las Vegas returns to Sunset Park on Sunday, May 7 from 8-11 a.m. Individuals and teams can now register and fundraise by visiting afanlv.org.
For the 22nd consecutive year, Penn & Teller will serve as grand marshals, joining thousands of walkers to raise funds and awareness for those affected by HIV/AIDS in Southern Nevada. Prior to the walk, AFAN will host a pre-walk festival featuring local entertainment and vendors.
This is one of the most significant fundraising events in the state of Nevada to support the fight against AIDS. Proceeds from the event will benefit AFAN’s extensive client support services including case management, nutrition counseling, transportation, mental health and HIV testing, among others.
The walk has a suggested donation of $30 for adults and $15 for youth to participate and is open to attendees of all-ages and pets. For more information and to register, visit afanlv.org.
About AFAN
Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) was founded in 1984 and is the oldest and largest AIDS service organization in the state of Nevada. 2023 marks AFAN’s 39th anniversary of practicing its unyielding commitment to the community by providing unparalleled health expertise, support and advocacy for adults and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in southern Nevada.
Over the years, AFAN has created various programs that offer consistent and comprehensive assistance including direct client service programs, food programs, prevention and education programs and community outreach.
As part of AFAN’s mission, these client service programs assist in enhancing the physical health and psychosocial wellness of the individuals they serve, while promoting dignity and improving the quality of their lives.
For more information, please visit afanlv.org. Keep up with AFAN events and news on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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