Autumn March for ALS
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Dyersburg, Tennessee
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Autumn March for ALS on Saturday, October 17th, 2026, in the heart of Dyersburg, Tennessee! This cherished event, which has a rich history dating back to 1991, now focuses on raising awareness and funds for ALS while supporting local initiatives. The race kicks off at the Downtown Farmers Market, featuring new courses designed to engage and inspire participants of all ages.
In addition to the race, attendees can enjoy a fantastic day filled with family-friendly activities, including an Auto Show, delicious food trucks, local vendors, a DJ, a bounce house and slide, face painting, and exciting door prizes. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the community while having a blast! Be sure to sign up by October 9th to secure your race shirt. Race day registration and packet pick-up will begin at 7:30 AM, with early pick-up available the day before. Come out and support a great cause while celebrating community spirit and camaraderie!
In addition to the race, attendees can enjoy a fantastic day filled with family-friendly activities, including an Auto Show, delicious food trucks, local vendors, a DJ, a bounce house and slide, face painting, and exciting door prizes. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the community while having a blast! Be sure to sign up by October 9th to secure your race shirt. Race day registration and packet pick-up will begin at 7:30 AM, with early pick-up available the day before. Come out and support a great cause while celebrating community spirit and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
The "March" was the brainchild of Jerry Edmundson, former director of the Dyersburg/Dyer County Union Mission. Edmundson created the race in 1991 to promote the Mission's youth programs, and the race has been held on Dyersburg's Square the third Saturday of October every year since. In 2016, when the Mission relinquished sponsorship of the event, Sarah Alley and a committee of supporters renewed the race as the Autumn March for ALS Awareness. Proceeds go towards Tennessee ALS Chapter, local Senior Scholarships, and supporting Matthew 25:40, Inc. Sarah Alley has been living with ALS for 14 years. She attributes this to her Faith in God and love of family, friends, community, and church family. The race will have new courses for all races beginning the Downtown Farmers Market. Besides the race, there will be an Auto Show, food trucks, vendors, DJ, bounce house /slide, cake walk, face painting, and door prizes. Bring your family for a day of fun! Thanks for joining the race! SIGN UP BY OCTOBER 9TH TO GUARANTEE THAT YOU GET A RACE SHIRT. RACE NUMBERS AND TIMER CHIPS WILL BE GIVEN BY THE TIMER THE MORNING OF THE RACE STARTING AT 7:30 AM.
Early packet Pick-up is October 16th 4-7 pm at Holy Angels Catholic Church
535 Tucker St, Dyersburg, TN 38024
Early packet Pick-up is October 16th 4-7 pm at Holy Angels Catholic Church
535 Tucker St, Dyersburg, TN 38024
Races
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Autumn March for ALS 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Sign up by October 10th to guarantee that you get a race shirt. Race shirt is white, short sleeve, and moisture wicking Sport-Tek brand. The circle emblem will be in the center of the front of the shirt with sponsors on the back. -
Autumn March for ALS 2-MILE WALK
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Sign up by October 10th to guarantee that you get a race shirt. Race shirt is white, short sleeve, and moisture wicking Sport-Tek brand. The circle emblem will be in the center of the front of the shirt with sponsors on the back. -
Autumn March for ALS YOUTH MILE
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:15AM CDT)
Free
Sign up by October 10th to guarantee that you get a race shirt. Race shirt is white, short sleeve, and moisture wicking Sport-Tek brand. The circle emblem will be in the center of the front of the shirt with sponsors on the back. -
Ghost Runner
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Sign up by October 10th to guarantee that you get a race shirt. Race shirt is white, short sleeve, and moisture wicking Sport-Tek brand. The circle emblem will be in the center of the front of the shirt with sponsors on the back. -
Y-TOT TROT 1/2 MILE for 5 YEARS OLD and UNDER
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:45AM CDT)
Free
Sign up by October 10th to guarantee that you get a race shirt. Race shirt is white, short sleeve, and moisture wicking Sport-Tek brand. The circle emblem will be in the center of the front of the shirt with sponsors on the back.
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335 Clark Ave, Dyersburg, TN 38024, Dyersburg, 38024, TN, United States
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