Greater Philadelphia Empower Walk & 5K Run
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Time 9:15AM EDT
- Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Price $38.65
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Greater Philadelphia Empower Walk & 5K Run on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in the heart of Philadelphia! This vibrant event is a celebration of community and progress, uniting participants in a shared mission to support individuals with autism. Whether you choose to walk the scenic route or sprint through the 5K course, there’s something for everyone.
The day kicks off bright and early with registration opening at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K Run starting at 9:15 a.m. The excitement continues with the Superhero Sprint and Runner Awards at 10 a.m., leading into the inspiring Opening Ceremony at 10:15 a.m. The Empower Walk will commence at 10:30 a.m., wrapping up an empowering day by noon. Come together to take bold steps towards a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential, and leave feeling inspired and connected. Don’t miss out on this uplifting experience!
The day kicks off bright and early with registration opening at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K Run starting at 9:15 a.m. The excitement continues with the Superhero Sprint and Runner Awards at 10 a.m., leading into the inspiring Opening Ceremony at 10:15 a.m. The Empower Walk will commence at 10:30 a.m., wrapping up an empowering day by noon. Come together to take bold steps towards a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential, and leave feeling inspired and connected. Don’t miss out on this uplifting experience!
Organiser's Description
The Autism Speaks Empower Walk + 5K Run is an uplifting celebration of community and progress, combining the spirit of the traditional Walk with the energy of a 5K run! Whether youre walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, theres something for everyone to enjoy!
JOIN US AS WE TAKE BOLD STEPS TOWARD A WORLD WHERE ALL PEOPLE WITH AUTISM CAN REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. Come for the cause, stay for the community and leave empowered.
TO REGISTER PRIOR TO OCTOBER 9, or for more information, please visit our official Empower Walk & 5K Run site [https://join.autismspeaks.org/event/2026-philadelphia-empower-walk-5k-run/e767073].
EVENT SCHEDULE:
* 8:30 a.m. - Registration opens
* 9:15 a.m. - 5K Run starts
* 10 a.m. - Superhero Sprint & Runner Awards
* 10:15 a.m. - Opening Ceremony
* 10:30 a.m. - Walk starts
* 12 noon - Event concludes
JOIN US AS WE TAKE BOLD STEPS TOWARD A WORLD WHERE ALL PEOPLE WITH AUTISM CAN REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. Come for the cause, stay for the community and leave empowered.
TO REGISTER PRIOR TO OCTOBER 9, or for more information, please visit our official Empower Walk & 5K Run site [https://join.autismspeaks.org/event/2026-philadelphia-empower-walk-5k-run/e767073].
EVENT SCHEDULE:
* 8:30 a.m. - Registration opens
* 9:15 a.m. - 5K Run starts
* 10 a.m. - Superhero Sprint & Runner Awards
* 10:15 a.m. - Opening Ceremony
* 10:30 a.m. - Walk starts
* 12 noon - Event concludes
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.65 Fee
Sun 11th October 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$38.65
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The Navy Yard, 4747 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, 19112, PA, United States
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