Run for Autism 5k, Fun Walk for Autism 1k

Saturday, April 5, 2025 Past event

8:00 AM CDT

Waco, Texas

Free–$44.40 · 2 races

1km, 5km

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant and inspiring Run for Autism event on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Waco, McLennan! This exciting day kicks off with a 5K run starting at 10:00 AM, followed by a delightful 1K Fun Walk at 10:10 AM. Hosted by the Heart of Texas Autism Network, this annual fundraiser is dedicated to supporting programs that empower individuals with Autism to reach their full potential and actively participate in our community.

Celebrate World Autism Awareness Day with us and enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere filled with games, activities, and live music. Local vendors will showcase valuable resources, making it a perfect day for families, friends, and even pets! Mark your calendars and come together to make a difference while having a fantastic time. Volunteers are welcome, and we can’t wait to see you there for a day of fun and community spirit!

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Races

5k Run for Autism

Incl. $4.40 Fee & 5K T-Shirt

Awards to overall M/F finishers, and top 3 M/F per age group. Duplicate awards. Age Groups: 14&U, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 etc. to 70+ This is a chip-timed race!

8:00 AM CDT

$44.40

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Fun Walk for Autism

This is a free, untimed, just for fun event! There will be packets only for 1K registrants who ordered the add-on t-shirt.

10:00 AM CDT

Free

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Organiser's description

The Heart of Texas Autism Network (HOTAN) is a non-profit organization presenting the annual 5K Run for Autism at 8:00 am and Fun Walk for Autism at 10:00 am on Saturday, April 05, 2025. HOTAN is raising funds to support programs and activities that further the goal for individuals with Autism to have the opportunity to reach their full potential, share their talents and skills, and participate fully in our community. World Autism Awareness day is Tuesday, April 2, 2025!

The Run and Walk will be a family-friendly, pet-friendly fun event, with games, activities, and music for all. There will be vendor space where local support resources are showcased. Come be a part of our community for this fun day! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

WE ARE EXCITED TO SHARE CAMP FIMFO WILL BE HOSTING OUR 16TH ANNUAL 5K RUN/FUN WALK FOR AUTISM!!

PER CITY OF WACO PARKS AND RECREATION: PLEASE NOTE EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE/CANCELLATIONS BASED ON MANDATES AND GUIDELINES REGARDING PUBLIC HEALTH SAFETY.

NOTIFICATION: PACKET PICKUP HAS BEEN MOVED TO APRIL 4TH, 5PM-7:30PM AT CAMP FIMFO!!

ATTENTION: WE HAVE DELAYED THE RUN TO START AT 10 A.M DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS, CHECK-IN STARTS @ 8:30 A.M. WALK WILL START 10 MINUTES AFTER THE LAST RUNNER.

THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN FOR YOUR FLEXIBILITY AND COOPERATION. WE LOOK FORWARD TO A SUCCESSFUL EVENT!

_MARISELA PUERTO_

RACE DIRECTOR

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