Run for Autism 5K, Fun Walk for Autism 1K
- Date Sat 5th April 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Waco, Texas
- Price Free - $39.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Run for Autism event on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in the heart of Waco, McLennan! This exciting day kicks off with a 5K Run for Autism at 8:00 AM, followed by a Fun Walk for Autism at 10:00 AM, making it a perfect outing for the whole family. Celebrate World Autism Awareness Day, which falls just a few days earlier on April 2, by participating in this uplifting event that aims to support individuals with Autism in reaching their full potential.
Expect a fun-filled atmosphere featuring games, activities, and lively music, with vendor spaces showcasing local support resources. This family-friendly and pet-friendly event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community spirit and inclusion. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference and enjoy a fantastic day out—mark your calendars and get ready to run or walk for a great cause! Volunteers are also welcomed to join in the fun.
Expect a fun-filled atmosphere featuring games, activities, and lively music, with vendor spaces showcasing local support resources. This family-friendly and pet-friendly event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community spirit and inclusion. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference and enjoy a fantastic day out—mark your calendars and get ready to run or walk for a great cause! Volunteers are also welcomed to join in the fun.
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.
_MARISELA PUERTO_
RACE DIRECTOR
[email protected]
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.
_MARISELA PUERTO_
RACE DIRECTOR
[email protected]
Races
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5K Run for Autism
Incl. $4.10 Fee & 5K T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$39.10
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! -
Fun Walk for Autism
Sat 5th April 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
This is a free, untimed, just for fun event! There will be packets only for 1K registrants who ordered the add-on t-shirt.
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