Saturday, September 9, 2023
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Minnesota State Capitol Grounds

Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN

Schedule of Activities

10:00 – 3:00: Exhibitors open, food trucks available, music and other activities available. (See details below.) Onsite registration opens at 9:30.
1:15-1:25: All attendees assemble for start of the walk.
1:25 pm: Opening Remarks with Presenting Sponsor NUWAY Alliance Recognition of Sponsors and top Individual & team fundraisers
1:35 pm: Recovery Honor Guard photo on Capitol steps. Individuals with 10 or more years in personal or family recovery are invited to step forward for a special group photo. Please get your Recovery Honor Guard “badge” from the booth near registration and check in.
1:40 pm: Group Photo on the Capitol steps. Be part of the World’s Largest Recovery Photo!
1:45 pm: Walk for Recovery begins! Gather your team together or join in with the crowd. The Walk will circle the Capitol grounds (approximately 1.2 miles).
2 pm – 3 pm: Photo Finish! Get your individual or group photo taken with the “Recovery Works” banner when you finish the walk. Photos will be available on Flickr: flickr.com/photos/mnrecoveryconnection/albums

ASL interpretation provided at NUWAY Alliance stage performances and presentations and during Walk welcoming remarks. Please check in at the MRC Booth if you need additional ASL interpretation at the event.

Free parking is available near the Capitol grounds and marked on this map.

Food Trucks

Check out the tasty treats from these fabulous food trucks and keep up your strength for a day of Walk activities!

Available from 10 – 3 (or while supplies last).

612 Teppanyaki – Hibachi grilled meat and vegetables
9-Yum-Yum – Ice cream truck
Brick Oven Bus – Wood-fired pizza
El Burrito Mercardo – Mexican cuisine
Jinx Tea – Locally crafted tea–based beverages
Sweet Fruci’s – Frozen delights
Twin Cities Gyro – Mediterranean
Thai Thai Street Food – Thai street food

Live Music & More!

Put on your dance shoes or sit back and groove to the beautiful sounds of recovery at the NUWAY Mainstage. Musical artists in recovery and recovery allies will keep your toes tapping!
ASL interpretation provided.

10:30 – 11:15: Nyasia (R&B, Pop, Originals and Covers)

11:30 – 12:15: Setsun (Pop/Soul Originals)

12:30 – 1:15: Artificial Flowers (Folk, Rock, Americana)

1:30 – 3:15 DJ set with Kid 612

Recovery Pet Zone

Presented by Minnesota Department of Human Services

Critters large and small, furry or feathered, bring us comfort, joy, and accountability. Some of us couldn’t imagine recovery without them! Stop by and meet some new friends.
Open from 10 – 3

Acres for Life – therapy horses
Ben Afquack – Guinness world records title-holder
Drumming Duck!
Feline Rescue – cat shelter and adoption
Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society – Serving companion rabbits and their people through adoption and educational programming
MN Pocket Pet Rescue – Rescue & Adoption of our little pets
MN Animal Humane Society – Animal Rescue & Adoption

Family Fun Zone

Presented by Minnesota Department of Human Services

Recovery is a family affair! Both the young and young at heart are invited to join in the fun of these free activities. Meet MRC’s Recovery Rex (he’s Dino-mite!), challenge your team mates to a friendly competition, make a souvenir, and more!
Open from 10 – 3

Star Wars Jump Moonwalk
Giant Slide
Free Face Painting
Make your own Dino-O-Mite Recovery Rex Hat!
Traveling Photo Booth
Free Henna Tattoos
Free “Angel Card” Readings – Messages of reassuring support and guidance

8 Dimensions of Wellness Zones

Recovery looks different for everyone, but improving personal wellness is a shared experience in the recovery process. Take time on Walk Day to explore the Eight Dimensions of Wellness. Learn about community resources, gather information, participate in activities, connect with others, and share your wellness journey! All zones are open with exhibitors and activities from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.