The Atlanta Beltline continues its Walk with a Doc series this month at Rodney Cook Sr. Park in Historic Vine City. The free program pairs a short talk from a healthcare professional with a neighborhood walk, supported by Piedmont Healthcare and Google.
The next walk takes place Sat., Aug. 29, 2026, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Rodney Cook Sr. Park’s Outdoor Classroom, near the play area, and focuses on Lifestyle Medicine.
Every Walk with a Doc begins with insights from a healthcare professional on the month’s topic, followed by a leisurely walk through the park and continued conversation with a medical professional. Participants move at their own pace and choose their own distance, making it an easy way for people of all ages and fitness levels to build healthier habits in a welcoming environment.
New topic every month
Walk with a Doc takes place on the last Saturday of every month, March through November, with a different health topic each time. The remainder of the 2026 schedule includes:
💛 September 26: Childhood Obesity Awareness, Youth Mental Health, & Injury Prevention
🩷 October 31: Breast Cancer & Menopause Awareness
💙 November 28: National Diabetes Awareness & Prevention Month
Free health screenings on site
Following each walk, Piedmont Healthcare’s Mobile Health Vehicle, made possible through support from Google, is on site offering free health screenings for the community. It’s one part of the Beltline’s broader commitment to expanding access to free wellness programming, which also includes hundreds of free fitness classes throughout the year.
Get involved
✅ Register: Sign up here.
📍 Walk: Join the Aug. 29 session at Rodney Cook Sr. Park’s Outdoor Classroom, 616 Joseph E. Boone Blvd. NW, from 9 to 10 a.m.
🚐 Screen: Visit the Piedmont Healthcare Mobile Health Vehicle after the walk for a free health screening.
🚶 Return: Mark your calendar for the remaining 2026 walks, held on the last Saturday of each month through November.
For more information and to support the next chapter of the Atlanta Beltline, visit Beltine.org/support and explore ways to get involved.
