Join the Fairmeadow community for the Walkathon & Fall Fundraiser 2026, a day of walking and fun for the whole family. The event brings together several fundraising opportunities including the Walkathon, an online auction, a raffle, and a chance to sign up for fundraising parties for kids, families, and adults. All money raised will support the Fairmeadow PTA and help fund school supplies, books, noon-time sports and activities, teacher enrichment funds, and much more.
Event Details
Date: October 11th, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Fairmeadow Elementary School
500 East Meadow Drive
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Event-Day Information
Students can stop by the check-in table to register and pick up their event T-shirts. Walkathon registration begins at 9:45 a.m.
Light food and refreshments will be available for purchase, including the Kona Ice truck, lemonade stand, snacks, and a bake sale.
Themed Walkathon Runs
- Bubble Run at 10:00 a.m.
- Bracelet Run at 11:00 a.m.
- Color Run at 12:00 p.m.
Students can participate in any or all of the themed hourly runs as part of the Walkathon festivities. Participation in each theme is optional. Students who prefer not to participate in the bubbles, bracelets, or color can still walk, jog, or run.
Explore the Event
Walkathon
Learn how the Walkathon works and make your pledge to support your Fairmeadow student or students.
Online Auction
Bid on donated experiences, gift certificates, local favorites, and more while supporting Fairmeadow Elementary School.
Fundraising Parties
Learn about volunteer-hosted parties and experiences for kids, families, and adults that bring the Fairmeadow community together while raising money for the PTA.
Raffle
Learn about this year’s raffle baskets, ticket sales, drawing information, and how winners will be notified.
Volunteer
Interested in helping with the Walkathon & Fall Fundraiser? Sign up or let the PTA know you would like to volunteer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about the Walkathon, fundraising, event-day logistics, raffle, auction, volunteering, and more.
Questions? Email Fairmeadow PTA at fairmeadowpta@gmail.com.