Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Evansville, Indiana
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an uplifting day of community spirit and support at the Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Evansville, Vanderburgh County! Join us at the Vanderburgh County 4H Center for a fun-filled event that includes a challenging 5K run and a family-friendly one-mile walk. This event, dedicated to raising funds for Autism Everyone, promises to be an exciting opportunity to unite for a great cause.
The day's festivities kick off early, with registration opening at 6:30 AM for the 5K, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM. Families and participants of all ages can join in for the one-mile walk at 10:30 AM. Don't forget to bring your strollers and wagons, as this event welcomes everyone! With awards for the 5K participants and a special Kids Dash, it’s a perfect day for family fun and community bonding. Mark your calendars and help make a difference in the lives of those affected by autism while enjoying a day of fitness and camaraderie.
The day's festivities kick off early, with registration opening at 6:30 AM for the 5K, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM. Families and participants of all ages can join in for the one-mile walk at 10:30 AM. Don't forget to bring your strollers and wagons, as this event welcomes everyone! With awards for the 5K participants and a special Kids Dash, it’s a perfect day for family fun and community bonding. Mark your calendars and help make a difference in the lives of those affected by autism while enjoying a day of fitness and camaraderie.
Organiser's Description
2026 RACE INFORMATION
We are excited to see everyone in person this year at the 2025 Taking Steps for Autism Walk & 5K, sponsored by 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:
TUESDAY, APRIL 14: 9AM - 4PM
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15: 9AM - 4PM
THURSDAY, APRIL 16: 9AM - 2PM
If you cant make it to pick up, the shirts will be at the walk on Saturday, April 18.
*These are shirts for families that registered on or before April 1.
*Address: 3700 Bellemeade Avenue, Suite 116, Evansville, IN 47714
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: kelsey@autismeveryone.org with any questions.
PICKUP IS AT OUR OFFICE 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 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:
TUESDAY, APRIL 14: 9AM - 4PM
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15: 9AM - 4PM
THURSDAY, APRIL 16: 9AM - 2PM
If you cant make it to pick up, the shirts will be at the walk on Saturday, April 18.
*These are shirts for families that registered on or before April 1.
*Address: 3700 Bellemeade Avenue, Suite 116, Evansville, IN 47714
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: kelsey@autismeveryone.org with any questions.
PICKUP IS AT OUR OFFICE 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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5K Run (For Running Community) 8AM
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$43.40
CLOSEDJoin 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! -
Family Walk (One Mile Walk) 10:30AM
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (10:30AM CDT)
$43.40
CLOSEDEnjoy 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 10AM
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
Free
CLOSED
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