Thousands walk at Detroit Zoo to support Alzheimer’s research and care

More than 5,000 people gathered at the Detroit Zoo on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, demonstrating their commitment to fighting a disease that affects over 200,000 Michigan residents. The walk has been bringing people together for more than two decades -- creating a space for those living with the disease, their caregivers, and those honoring lost loved ones.