2nd Annual Autism Firecracker 5K and 2 Mile Walk
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Astoria, Illinois
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and community spirit at the 2nd Annual Autism Firecracker 5K and 2 Mile Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in beautiful Astoria, Fulton! This exciting event invites participants of all ages and abilities to join in a family-friendly 5K run or a leisurely 2-mile walk, all aimed at raising autism acceptance and supporting local initiatives for those with neurodivergent diagnoses.
Every participant will receive a goodie bag, and those who register early will snag a special event T-shirt. Plus, there are prizes for the top finishers, making it a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. All proceeds from this vibrant event will be dedicated to funding sensory-friendly park equipment for children of all abilities, ensuring that everyone in our community can play and thrive together. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on September 18th at the town gazebo from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, and let’s make this event a memorable celebration of unity and support!
Every participant will receive a goodie bag, and those who register early will snag a special event T-shirt. Plus, there are prizes for the top finishers, making it a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere. All proceeds from this vibrant event will be dedicated to funding sensory-friendly park equipment for children of all abilities, ensuring that everyone in our community can play and thrive together. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on September 18th at the town gazebo from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, and let’s make this event a memorable celebration of unity and support!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a family friendly 5K run or 2 mile walk to raise autism acceptance and help fund equipment and events for those with a neurodivergent diagnosis within our community.
Open to all ages and abilities.
Prizes for top finishers.
Goodie bags for every participant.
T-shirts for early registrants.
All proceeds go to funding sensory friendly park equipment for children of all abilities.
Packet pick-up will be available on September 18th at the town gazebo from 5:30-7:30 pm; and July 4th from 7 until race time.
Open to all ages and abilities.
Prizes for top finishers.
Goodie bags for every participant.
T-shirts for early registrants.
All proceeds go to funding sensory friendly park equipment for children of all abilities.
Packet pick-up will be available on September 18th at the town gazebo from 5:30-7:30 pm; and July 4th from 7 until race time.
Races
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5K and 2 Mile Walk
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$54.00
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203 W. Broadway, Gazebo on the square, Astoria, 61501, IL, United States
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