Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Time 10:20AM EDT
- Location Wantagh, New York
- Price $38.65
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in Wantagh, Nassau! This inspiring event celebrates community and progress in support of individuals with autism. Whether you choose to participate in the energetic 5K run or enjoy a leisurely walk, there’s something for everyone. The day kicks off with registration at 9:00 a.m., followed by a fun Superhero Sprint at 9:45 a.m., and an uplifting opening ceremony at 10:00 a.m. The 5K run starts at 10:20 a.m., with the walk commencing shortly after at 10:45 a.m. Join us as we take bold steps toward a world where all individuals with autism can reach their full potential. Come for the cause, stay for the community, and leave feeling empowered! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference and celebrate together!
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-long-island-empower-walk-5k-run/e767068].
EVENT SCHEDULE:
* 9:00 a.m. - Registration Open
* 9:45 a.m. - Superhero Sprint
* 10:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremony Begins
* 10:20 a.m. - 5K Run Starts
* 10:45 a.m. - Walk Starts
* 11:30 a.m. - Closing Ceremony Begins
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-long-island-empower-walk-5k-run/e767068].
EVENT SCHEDULE:
* 9:00 a.m. - Registration Open
* 9:45 a.m. - Superhero Sprint
* 10:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremony Begins
* 10:20 a.m. - 5K Run Starts
* 10:45 a.m. - Walk Starts
* 11:30 a.m. - Closing Ceremony Begins
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.65 Fee
Sun 11th October 2026 (10:20AM EDT)
$38.65
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Jones Beach - Field 5, 1000 Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, 11793, NY, United States
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