Out of the Darkness Walk October 3 at Goleta Beach
Registration is now open! Join Santa Barbara County Behavioral Wellness on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Goleta Beach for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Out of the Darkness Walk – a morning of hope, remembrance, connection, and community. Now is the time to start to share with your friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors.
Whether you’re walking in memory of someone you’ve lost, supporting someone you love, celebrating hope and recovery, or simply standing with your community, every step helps raise awareness and reminds others that they are not alone.
Other ways to get involved? Be an event sponsor, organizations can host a resource community table (no cost), form a team, or volunteer. More information on each below.
The event is free to walk, but you must register here in advance. To register for Team Behavioral Wellness, click here.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Host a Resource Table. Your organization is invited to host a resource table at the walk and share materials, swag, and resources with participants.
- Tabling fee: FREE to local organizations
- What’s provided: One 6’ table and two chairs. You’re welcome to bring a branded tablecloth and/or a 10×10 tent (with weights).
- Set-up time: Set up must be complete by 9:00 AM event start time
- Take-down: Tables should remain up until after the closing ceremony at 12:00 PM.
Sponsorship Opportunities available! Sponsoring is a great way to show your organization’s commitment to suicide prevention and mental health. Organizations may expect to hear directly from AFSP with more information but can also sign up now. Go to afsp.org/santabarbara to learn more.
Volunteers Needed. Many opportunities are available to volunteer on walk day. For more information and to sign up, click here.
Questions? Please feel free to contact Suzanne Grimmesey at suzkirk@sbcbwell.org or Jenny Bruell at jbruell@sbcbwell.org.