Autism Ability 5k ,10k,15k

Sunday, April 30, 2023 Past event
10:30 AM CDT
Nashville, Tennessee
Free–$35.00 · 4 races
5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Autism Ability 5K, 10K, and 15K races on Sunday, April 30, 2023, in the beautiful Nashville, Davidson area! This event not only promises a fun-filled day of running but also aims to raise awareness and support for Autism Tennessee, a cause that significantly impacts many families. Participants will enjoy a scenic run through Edwin Warner Park, known for its picturesque landscapes.

The Autism Ability event features multiple race distances, including a challenging 15K, a 10K for seasoned runners, and a 5K perfect for all skill levels. Additionally, we are excited to introduce a 1 Mile Kids Fun Run, ensuring that the whole family can take part in this meaningful day! Each participant will receive a finisher's medal and a t-shirt, with trophies awarded to the top three runners in both the 5K and 10K categories. With age group awards available and ample time to complete the courses, this is an event you won't want to miss! Gather your friends and family, lace up your running shoes, and be part of a great cause while celebrating Autism awareness in Nashville!

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Races

  • 10k

    Includes T-Shirt

    9:00 AM CDT

    $35.00

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  • 5k

    Includes T-Shirt

    9:30 AM CDT

    $25.00

    Entries closed
  • Volunteer

    Includes T-Shirt

    Volunteers will report to start location at 5:30am to help with staging, registration packets, aid stations, passing out medals, etc.

    6:30 AM CDT

    Free

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  • Kids 1 Mile Fun Run

    Includes T-Shirt

    10:30 AM CDT

    $10.00

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Organiser's description

April is Autism awareness! Did you know Autism affects 1 in 68 children and 1 in 42 boys. Autism costs a family $60,000 a year on average. We have decided to dedicate part of our proceeds to Autism Tennessee. What better way to have fun and support a great cause! Come join us April 28th, 2024 for a nice scenic run through Edwin Warner Park Nashville TN for our 3rd Annual Event! We are back at our original location for next year, and we are excited that we are also bringing back our kids 1 Mile fun run, and age group awards! Course will be at Edwin Warner Park located off Vaughn Rd where the picnic shelters are located (9&10) located all the way in the back of park. See map link below of how to get to course.This race will go rain or shine! There are no refunds allowed. All participants will receive finishers medal and t shirt. There will be trophy awards for overall top 3 runners for both 5k and 10k, 15k (new distance added) and medals for top 3 winners for age groups. Please note runners will have 3 hours to complete the course. Walkers are allowed given they complete in the 3 hours and will have to start after the 1st wave of runners. There will be restrooms inside the park, but none along the actual course except for near the shelter and park entrance area. There will be aid stations along the course at starting location, mile marker 1, and 3, & 5.
We will also be introducing a 1 mile kids fun run and medals for all finishers! Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the entire course for safety.
All First Responders, and military discount for $10 off registration, please email customer service.
Age Group Awards for 5k and 10k, 15k , and 1Mile will receive finishers medal
For 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Both Genders
12 & Under
Ages 13-18
Ages 20-29
Ages 30-39
Ages 40-49
Ages 50-59
Ages 60-69
Ages 70+
Start Location EDWIN WARNER PARK PICNIC SHELTERS 9&10

LATITUDE 36.05140737034311

LONGITUDE -86.91649385916313

https://www.strava.com/routes/3189632345300011338
See 2024 Course Below!

Course Map 10 Miler (Pending USATF Certification)
https://www.strava.com/routes/2899779311567538214
Course Map 10k (Pending USATF Certification)
https://www.strava.com/routes/3076545092432233078
Course Map 5k (Pending USATF Certification)
https://www.strava.com/routes/3076553874733279036
Course Map 1M Kids Fun Run
https://www.strava.com/routes/2925093551706670692
Registration Packet Pick-Up:
April 28th 5:30am-9:00am
Please see cut off times for packet pick-up (Check email for possible early packet pick-up day and location)
15k(5:30am-6:30am)
10k(5:30am-7:30am)
5k(5:30-8:00am)
1M Kids Fun Run (5:30am-9:00am)

Packets can also be mailed out for $15, select Registration will mailed packet (P.S. Packets will be mailed mid March-April)
Runners will be able to park at nature center, but please utilize designated parking at shelters 9 & 10.
Aid stations will be located throughout the course at mile markers mile 1(5k/10k), mile 3 & 5 (turn around points) (10K)
5k Course Details
Out and Back Course (look for turn around sign)
10k Course Details

Race Timeline 5k/10K/15k-7:00am-2pm
15k-7:00am
10k-8:00am
5k-8:30am
1M Fun Run 9:30am

Price Timeline

June 1st-August 31st

September 1st-April 12th

Packet Pick-Up April 18th-19th Vaughns Creek Cross Country Course

Time TBD

7311 Highway 100, Nashville, TN 37221



Sign up before /by March 1st to guarantee t-shirt. If you miss the cutoff, and we still have unclaimed shirts, please see registration tent to claim a shirt after completion of course.
Bikes, hoverboards, rollerblades, pets are not allowed on the race course for safety of the public throughout the event. Walkers are welcome but must start in the back. "Service animals are welcome and must be on a leash and must start in the back to not disrupt runners and for safety. Please email us if you wish to run with your service animal.We are looking for volunteers to help out at the aid stations, and registration and direct runners. If you or anyone is interested please sign up today in our volunteer link! Volunteers will receive shirts(while supplies last) and food post race!


Click the link to donate towards to AutismTN

http://igfn.us/form/mYSEjQ

Location

Nashville, TN 37221, Nashville, 37205, TN, United States

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