This flashy group of Portland mall-walkers puts neon pep into step

The Food Court 5000 loop along each floor of the Lloyd Center twice on Sunday, April 26, 2026 in Portland, Ore. Celeste Noche for NPR hide caption toggle caption Celeste Noche for NPR Mall walking is often seen as the domain of senior citizens who want a level, indoor path to get their steps in. But in Portland, Oregon, a group of all ages is creating a different kind of mall walk. …