Walk Around the Block for Autism
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Monroe, Louisiana
- Price $16.90 - $54.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "Walk Around the Block for Autism" event on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Monroe, Ouachita! This vibrant community celebration features both a 5K Fun Run/Walk and a 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run, perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. Starting at 9:00 AM at the Northeast Louisiana State Office Building, this event aims to bring together families, friends, and local businesses to raise awareness and support for individuals with disabilities and special needs.
The day is packed with activities that promote inclusion and community spirit, including a lively Community Expo filled with fun games, food and drink tents, and live music. Participants will have the chance to connect with local resource vendors while enjoying a day of exercise and camaraderie. With registration fees starting at just $11 for kids and $25 for adults, this event is an affordable way to make a positive impact while having a blast! Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate diversity and advocate for those with autism in our community!
The day is packed with activities that promote inclusion and community spirit, including a lively Community Expo filled with fun games, food and drink tents, and live music. Participants will have the chance to connect with local resource vendors while enjoying a day of exercise and camaraderie. With registration fees starting at just $11 for kids and $25 for adults, this event is an affordable way to make a positive impact while having a blast! Don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate diversity and advocate for those with autism in our community!
Organiser's Description
WAG'S WALK AROUND THE BLOCK FOR AUTISM & COMMUNITY EXPO (5K & 1 MILE FUN WALK/RUN)
APRIL 5, 2025, AT 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
NORTHEAST LOUISIANA STATE OFFICE BUILDING (BACK PARKING LOT)
24 ACCENT DRIVE
MONROE, LA 71202
Join us for our 5K Fun Run/Walk and Community Expo. Our goal is to bring the community together to celebrate our children and adults with disabilities, special abilities, and special needs. It is a day where friends, families, businesses, and other community stakeholders can come together to learn, teach, discuss, play and enjoy a day of activities, exercise and fun! We are also bringing awareness of our extraordinary community stakeholders that thrives off of inclusion in their community. Lets make this a day of celebration!
Event Details:
7:00AM - 8:30AM Race Day registration and T-Shirt pickup
8:30AM Welcome/Warmup
8:50AM - 5K *Runners/Walkers*
9:00AM - 1 Mile Fun run/walk
10:30AM Awards Ceremony/Thanks
10:00-12:00PM - Fun & Games, Food & Drink Tents, Photos, live DJ and Resource Vendors for everyone.
THIS IS NOT A TIMED EVENT.
*Strollers, scooters, wheelchairs are allowed, however please keep in mind that the course path is within the "OREGON TRAIL" community, and please be mindful of surroundings and other participants.
ATTENTION: PLEASE contact SHONTAE JOHNSON (Race co-chair) at [email protected] to preregister an AUSOME ability participant (child/adult).
REGISTRATION FEES (EARLY & LATE FEES & DATES):
2/1/2025 THRU 3/15/2025
12YRS & UNDER: REGISTRATION COST IS $11
13YRS & UP: REGISTRATION COST $25
*T-SHIRT IS INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION COST, IF PAID BY 3/15/25.*
THIS IS A HARD CUTOFF DATE FOR T-SHIRT ORDERS.
AFTER 3/15/25, T-SHIRT WILL BE ON A FIRST COME BASIS. (LIMITED QUANTITIES)
PACKET PICKUP (LOCATION, DATE & TIME):
HAMPCO INC. 1116 JACKSON STREET, MONROE, LA 71202
FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2025 : TIME: 5:00-7:30 P.M.
RACE DAY T-SHIRT PICK UP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS AT RACE LOCATION FROM 7:00-8:00AM
AWARDS:
1ST PLACE- MALE & FEMALE RUNNER
1ST PLACE- MALE & FEMALE WALKER
LARGEST GROUP TEAM PREREGISTERED BY APRIL 4TH
LARGEST FAMILY TEAM PREREGISTERED BY APRIL 4TH
THE TEAM WITH THE LARGEST AMOUNT RAISED BY APRIL 4TH, WILL RECEIVE OUR AUSOME SENSORY & SAFETY TROPHY TRUNK. (FILLED WITH ITEMS VALUED OVER $1,000)
THE RACE BENEFITS:
PROCEEDS WILL HELP SUPPORT UNDERSERVED DISABILITY FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITIES NAVIGATE THROUGH THEIR JOURNEY WITH AUTISM, BY PROVIDING QUARTERLY COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES, SAFETY & SENSORY KITS, COMMUNITY/SCHOOL EVENT SPONSORSHIPS, ADVOCACY & RESOURCE ASSISTANCE, AND PEER SUPPORT.
NO REFUNDS, WE WILL RUN/WALK REGARDLESS IF RAINING (EXCEPT IN EXTREME WEATHER)
APRIL 5, 2025, AT 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
NORTHEAST LOUISIANA STATE OFFICE BUILDING (BACK PARKING LOT)
24 ACCENT DRIVE
MONROE, LA 71202
Join us for our 5K Fun Run/Walk and Community Expo. Our goal is to bring the community together to celebrate our children and adults with disabilities, special abilities, and special needs. It is a day where friends, families, businesses, and other community stakeholders can come together to learn, teach, discuss, play and enjoy a day of activities, exercise and fun! We are also bringing awareness of our extraordinary community stakeholders that thrives off of inclusion in their community. Lets make this a day of celebration!
Event Details:
7:00AM - 8:30AM Race Day registration and T-Shirt pickup
8:30AM Welcome/Warmup
8:50AM - 5K *Runners/Walkers*
9:00AM - 1 Mile Fun run/walk
10:30AM Awards Ceremony/Thanks
10:00-12:00PM - Fun & Games, Food & Drink Tents, Photos, live DJ and Resource Vendors for everyone.
THIS IS NOT A TIMED EVENT.
*Strollers, scooters, wheelchairs are allowed, however please keep in mind that the course path is within the "OREGON TRAIL" community, and please be mindful of surroundings and other participants.
ATTENTION: PLEASE contact SHONTAE JOHNSON (Race co-chair) at [email protected] to preregister an AUSOME ability participant (child/adult).
REGISTRATION FEES (EARLY & LATE FEES & DATES):
2/1/2025 THRU 3/15/2025
12YRS & UNDER: REGISTRATION COST IS $11
13YRS & UP: REGISTRATION COST $25
*T-SHIRT IS INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION COST, IF PAID BY 3/15/25.*
THIS IS A HARD CUTOFF DATE FOR T-SHIRT ORDERS.
AFTER 3/15/25, T-SHIRT WILL BE ON A FIRST COME BASIS. (LIMITED QUANTITIES)
PACKET PICKUP (LOCATION, DATE & TIME):
HAMPCO INC. 1116 JACKSON STREET, MONROE, LA 71202
FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2025 : TIME: 5:00-7:30 P.M.
RACE DAY T-SHIRT PICK UP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS AT RACE LOCATION FROM 7:00-8:00AM
AWARDS:
1ST PLACE- MALE & FEMALE RUNNER
1ST PLACE- MALE & FEMALE WALKER
LARGEST GROUP TEAM PREREGISTERED BY APRIL 4TH
LARGEST FAMILY TEAM PREREGISTERED BY APRIL 4TH
THE TEAM WITH THE LARGEST AMOUNT RAISED BY APRIL 4TH, WILL RECEIVE OUR AUSOME SENSORY & SAFETY TROPHY TRUNK. (FILLED WITH ITEMS VALUED OVER $1,000)
THE RACE BENEFITS:
PROCEEDS WILL HELP SUPPORT UNDERSERVED DISABILITY FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITIES NAVIGATE THROUGH THEIR JOURNEY WITH AUTISM, BY PROVIDING QUARTERLY COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES, SAFETY & SENSORY KITS, COMMUNITY/SCHOOL EVENT SPONSORSHIPS, ADVOCACY & RESOURCE ASSISTANCE, AND PEER SUPPORT.
NO REFUNDS, WE WILL RUN/WALK REGARDLESS IF RAINING (EXCEPT IN EXTREME WEATHER)
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 31 JAN -
Kids Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$16.90
OPENS 31 JAN -
Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 31 JAN -
Virtual Walk/Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$27.50
OPENS 31 JAN -
Vendor Section
Incl. $4.00 Fee
$54.00
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