2026 KidsLinked Mommy & Me Walk

The Ultimate Family Indoor Walk is Back! Get ready for an adventure inside Polaris Fashion Place! Whether you want to stroll .25 or .5 miles or go the full 1-mile distance, this event is designed for maximum family fun. Bring the whole family for this indoor walk. Explore the mall while visiting special treat stops and meeting your favorite characters from Paw Patrol and Minions. The excitement doesn't end at the finish line—stick around for Cookies with Bluey & Bingo! Every participant takes home a variety of prizes. Gather your friends and family for a morning of memories!

Register now - tickets sell out fast!

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🏆 Top 5 referrers will receive... 2 Ticket Vouchers to either

⮞ (Pick ONE) Disney on Ice, Monster Jam, Ringling Bros OR Snow Trails Ski Pass

⮞ AND 20 Activity Tickets good for a future KidsLinked event

We will award the winners at check-in! Tag your crew, mark your calendars and grab those prizes! 🎉

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SUPER SALE: Ends 2/5/26 – Only $10 for .25 walk!

CHARACTER MEET & GREET: See Paw Patrol Characters, Minion, Bluey & a surprise Character!

5 TREAT STOPS DURING WALK – Including a Mystery Box at finish line (see options: OR GO TO: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vRtbXkA3Rq3wWJHocpu0YJwWDz2AevzYRw04QtDVRcNcQkkQh20BPzGKRXFOQZdnqC7ecdAX6DDgWXp/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000

NEW COURSE FOR 2026! All on the upper level and walk starts at the food court!

COOKIES WITH BLUEY & BINGO: After the walk, finish at the Columbus Baby Expo to enjoy Cookies w/ Bluey & Bingo!

FREE FUN PARK WRISTBAND: Enjoy at the Columbus Baby & Kids Expo immediately after the walk!

* FUN PARK Includes: Bubble House | Tunnel Zone | Fort Zone | Mini golf & More! *

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Please register each person participating in the walk.

SUPER SALE ENDS 2/5/26 – All Prices Increase $2

⮞ See Paw Patrol Characters and Minions during the walk!

⮞ Entire walk is Indoors

⮞ 5 Fun Treat stops - Very Special Prizes for all walkers and medal at finish line!

⮞ Every walker receives a free wristband to our Fun Park to keep the magic going after Race at the Colubus baby Expo! (Eventbrite Page Link: Comingsoon )

1. OPTION #1: .25 Mile Walk (2 Stops): $10 (Wave #2 11:40AM)
2. OPTION #2: .5 Mile Walk (3 Stops): $12 (Wave #2 11:40AM)
3. OPTION #3: 1 Mile Walk (5 Stops): $14 (Wave #1 11:30AM)

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Walk Start / Check-In: Food Court of Polaris Mall (Upper Level, Main Entrance of Mall – Near Dave & Busters)

Step Into a Real-Life Candyland Adventure! Experience our all-new course on the Upper Level of Polaris Fashion Place! This isn’t just a walk—it’s a winding journey through a life-sized Candyland. As you navigate the path, you’ll discover 5 magical stations filled with surprises. Meet your favorite friends from Paw Patrol and the Minions along the way, then celebrate your finish with Cookies with Bluey & Bingo! Plus, every walker receives a free wristband to our Fun Park to keep the magic going

• START (Wave #1 11:30AM / Wave #2 11:40AM): Food Court Polaris Mall
• Fun Station #1 (All): Rubber Duck!
• Fun Station #2 (.5 & 1 Mile Only): Fun Sticker Sheet
• Fun Station #3 (1 Mile Only): Rainbow Suckers
• Fun Station #4 (1 Mile Only): Medium Bouncy Ball!
• Fun Station #5 (ALL): Mystery Prize Box! See options (see options: OR GO TO: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vRtbXkA3Rq3wWJHocpu0YJwWDz2AevzYRw04QtDVRcNcQkkQh20BPzGKRXFOQZdnqC7ecdAX6DDgWXp/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000
• Finish Line (ALL): Finish Line Medal
• Post Race (ALL): Head to Baby Expo for More Fun!

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KidsLinked Baby & Kids Expo 2026 (Noon – 3PM – Starts immediately after the walk): Once the walk is completed enjoy the fun, activities, resources, entrainment, and information that is a part of the 2026 Baby & Kids Expo! Find out more details: LINK PAGE

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• 11:00AM: Packet Pick-up Opens (Food Court, Near Dave & Busters)
• 11:30AM: Mommy & Me Walk starts – 1 Mile Walk!
• 11:40AM: Mommy & Me Walk starts - .25 or .5 Mile Walk!
• 12:00PM: Baby Expo Starts! (Head to event, Near Dave & Buster – look for inflatable items)
• 12:10PM: Fun Park Opens (Baby Expo)
• 12:30PM: Cookies with Bluey & Bingo (Baby Expo)
• 1:00 PM: Cookies with Bluey & Bingo Ends (Baby Expo)
• 3:00 PM: Baby & Kids Expo ENDS

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• Option #1: Columbus Job Fair North – Feb 18th 6-7PM (Polaris Mall – 1500 Polaris Parkway, Suite 315 - Columbus, OH 43240 - Right beside Dave & Busters – Look for Green Sky Dancer)
• Option #2: Columbus Summer Camp Expo – Feb 19th - 6:30 – 8PM (Polaris Mall – 1500 Polaris Parkway, Suite 315 - Columbus, OH 43240 - Right beside Dave & Busters – Look for Green Sky Dancer)
• Option #3: Columbus Senior Expo – Feb 20th – 1PM – 3PM (Polaris Mall – 1500 Polaris Parkway, Suite 315 - Columbus, OH 43240 - Right beside Dave & Busters – Look for Green Sky Dancer)
• Option #4: Columbus Winter Carnival – Feb 21st – 1PM – 3PM (Polaris Mall – 1500 Polaris Parkway, Suite 315 - Columbus, OH 43240 - Right beside Dave & Busters – Look for Green Sky Dancer)
• Option #5: Day of Event – Feb 22rd – 11AM (Polaris Mall - Food Court - 1500 Polaris Parkway Columbus, OH 43240 - Near Dave & Busters - The mall doesn’t unlock their doors till 11AM. Head to Food court and you’ll see event check in immediately (and finish arch) Upper level of mall – packet pickup will be at the Food court.

If you bring your QR code from your ticket we can check you in quicker, or we'll have your name on a list.

*** NOTE: The Mall doors DO NOT open until 11AM ***

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A fun walk through out the entire upper level of the Polaris Fashion Place. Starts & Ends at the Food court. It will be fun!

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Race Day Updates on the Mommy & Me Wak will be either posted on the KidsLinked Facebook page or via email. Final instructions will be sent the week of the race.

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Friends and family are welcome to watch and cheer! Only walkers with an official race bib for Mommy & Me Walk will be allowed on the course.

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The Mommy & Me Walk will start as scheduled at 11:30AM or 11:40AM for distances regardless of rain, snow or cold temperatures (it is all indoors).

Please follow KidsLinked for constant updates and listen closely to all public address announcements on Race Day for information and instruction.

Please note: KidsLinked has a NO REFUND policy for all events. Course closes at noon.

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🚚 Interested in Being a Vendor or Sponsor?

Contact Greg Yoakam at [email protected].

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Make sure you pre-register to participate for all the fun activities!

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How to Join the Fun:

Step 1: Click on "Register"

Step 2: Register for any of the fun items

Step 3: Your registration will be added to the respective list of what you are registering.

Step 4: Arrive at the event during your assigned time (depending on your entry time) the day of the event, and your name will be checked off the list for entry.

Step 5: Have fun!

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Register Now and invite your friends – we look forward to seeing you soon!

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• Date: Sunday February 22, 2026 – 11:30 Wave #1 / 11:40 Wave #2
• Location: Polaris Fashion Place (1500 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240)
• Start Location: Lower Level near JCPenny's inside the mall
• Distance: .25, .5 or 1 mile walk through the mall (all indoors)
• Start Time: 11:30AM (Wave #1) / 11:40AM (Wave #2)
• NO PETS ALLOWED (strollers are fine and very welcome!)
• Who can participate: Not only moms, but dads, grandparents, kids, babies, guardians, aunts, uncles, cousins or anyone looking for a fun family walk : ).
• Benefiting:
• Baby & Kids Expo (Starts at Noon - Registration): CLICKHERE

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Polaris Fashion Place, 1500 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, United States

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