Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Darmstadt, Indiana
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Darmstadt, Indiana! This exciting event will take place at the Vanderburgh County 4H Center, located at 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road. Participants can choose between a challenging 5K run or a family-friendly one-mile walk, making it a perfect day for everyone to come together in support of Autism Everyone.
Kick off the morning with registration opening at 6:30 AM for the 5K, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM. After the run, stick around for awards and fun activities, including the Kids Dash for ages 0-4 and 4+, ensuring a delightful experience for families. Whether you're walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps raise vital funds for autism support within our community. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day of camaraderie, awareness, and fun, rain or shine!
Kick off the morning with registration opening at 6:30 AM for the 5K, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM. After the run, stick around for awards and fun activities, including the Kids Dash for ages 0-4 and 4+, ensuring a delightful experience for families. Whether you're walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps raise vital funds for autism support within our community. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day of camaraderie, awareness, and fun, rain or shine!
Organiser's Description
2025 RACE INFORMATION
We are excited to see everyone in person this year at the 2025 Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K, sponsored by Field & Main Bank and 14News, a fundraiser to support Autism Everyone.
The event is being held on SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026 at the Vanderburgh County 4H Center, located at 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, Darmstadt, Indiana 47725.
**This event will be held rain or shine - there will be no reschedule date!
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PACKET PICKUP: SHIRTS AND BIBS FOR 5K RUNNERS, AND ALL SHIRTS FOR FAMILIES CAN BE PICKED UP ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: TIMES ARE TBD.
MONDAY, APRIL 13
Tuesday, April 14
Wednesday, April 15
Thursday, April 16
And Saturday morning, the day of, on April 18, beginning at 630A-7:55 FOR 5K, 6:30A-10:15A FOR FAMILY 1 MILE WALK at the 4H.
Please feel free to call our office: 812-202-6087 or email our executive director, Kelsey, at: [email protected] with any questions.
PICKUP IS AT OUR ADDRESS:
3700 Bellemeade Avenue, Suite 116.
(inside the Medical Arts Building)
Evansville, IN 47714
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SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY
6:30AM - REGISTRATION OPENS FOR 5K
7:30AM - REGISTRATION CLOSES FOR 5K
7:55AM - SINGING OF THE NATIONAL ANTHEM
8:00AM - 5K BEGINS
9:15AM - AWARDS FOR 5K
10:00AM - KIDS DASH AGES 0-4
10:05AM - KIDS DASH AGES 4+
10:30AM - FAMILY WALK FOR AUTISM (THIS IS A ONE MILE WALK! STROLLERS AND WAGONS ARE WELCOME! PLEASE NO PETS - SERVICE DOGS ONLY!)
12PM - ALL EVENTS END
***THOSE WHO REGISTER *ON OR BEFORE* APRIL 1, *WILL* RECEIVE A T-SHIRT WITH ALL SPONSORS!
IF YOU REGISTER AFTER APRIL 1, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A T-SHIRT INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE.***
_Autism Everyone is not affiliated with any other autism organization, either locally or nationally. All proceeds from this event stay in our local community._
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We are excited to see everyone in person this year at the 2025 Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K, sponsored by Field & Main Bank and 14News, a fundraiser to support Autism Everyone.
The event is being held on SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026 at the Vanderburgh County 4H Center, located at 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, Darmstadt, Indiana 47725.
**This event will be held rain or shine - there will be no reschedule date!
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PACKET PICKUP: SHIRTS AND BIBS FOR 5K RUNNERS, AND ALL SHIRTS FOR FAMILIES CAN BE PICKED UP ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: TIMES ARE TBD.
MONDAY, APRIL 13
Tuesday, April 14
Wednesday, April 15
Thursday, April 16
And Saturday morning, the day of, on April 18, beginning at 630A-7:55 FOR 5K, 6:30A-10:15A FOR FAMILY 1 MILE WALK at the 4H.
Please feel free to call our office: 812-202-6087 or email our executive director, Kelsey, at: [email protected] with any questions.
PICKUP IS AT OUR ADDRESS:
3700 Bellemeade Avenue, Suite 116.
(inside the Medical Arts Building)
Evansville, IN 47714
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SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY
6:30AM - REGISTRATION OPENS FOR 5K
7:30AM - REGISTRATION CLOSES FOR 5K
7:55AM - SINGING OF THE NATIONAL ANTHEM
8:00AM - 5K BEGINS
9:15AM - AWARDS FOR 5K
10:00AM - KIDS DASH AGES 0-4
10:05AM - KIDS DASH AGES 4+
10:30AM - FAMILY WALK FOR AUTISM (THIS IS A ONE MILE WALK! STROLLERS AND WAGONS ARE WELCOME! PLEASE NO PETS - SERVICE DOGS ONLY!)
12PM - ALL EVENTS END
***THOSE WHO REGISTER *ON OR BEFORE* APRIL 1, *WILL* RECEIVE A T-SHIRT WITH ALL SPONSORS!
IF YOU REGISTER AFTER APRIL 1, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A T-SHIRT INCLUDED IN YOUR PRICE.***
_Autism Everyone is not affiliated with any other autism organization, either locally or nationally. All proceeds from this event stay in our local community._
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Races
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Taking Steps for Autism 5KRun
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$22.20
Join us at the Vanderburgh County 4H for our family friendly event, a fundraiser for Autism Everyone! Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K allows families to run, walk, and socialize in a safe environment. All funds raised stay local to benefit families in our tri-state. We will have vendors, sponsor booths, and family fun activities! Those who register *ON or BEFORE* April 1, *WILL* receive a t-shirt with all sponsors! If you register after April 1, you will not receive a t-shirt included in your price! -
Autism Family Walk ( 1 Mile )
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (10:30AM CDT)
$22.20
Enjoy a one mile walk of support around the 4H fairgrounds with ALL families! Strollers and wagons welcome! No pets; service dogs only. Those who register *ON or BEFORE* April 1, *WILL* receive a t-shirt with all sponsors! -
Autism Kid's Dash
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
Free
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