Freeman 5K & 1-Mile Walk for Autism - PAYROLL DEDUCT $25 for 1-Mile Walk for Autism

Freeman 5K & 1-Mile Walk for Autism - PAYROLL DEDUCT $25 for 1-Mile Walk for Autism

Apr 18, 2026Joplin, MO, United States

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Distance

1 mi

Pace

All paces welcome

Terrain

Paved

Difficulty

Easy

About this run

The Freeman 5K and 1-Mile Walk for Autism will be held on Saturday, April 18, at 8:00 am at Bill & Virginia Leffen Center for Autism. The 5K and the walk will both begin at 8:00 am. Packet Pickup at Bill & Virginia Leffen Center for Autism: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Friday, April 176:45 am – 7:45 am Saturday, April 18 Entry Fees: 5K $35* (includes free T-shirt if registered by April 1)All participants receive a finishers medal.All payments final. No refunds. Walk for Autism: Adult walker with t-shirt: $25Adult walker: $15 (shirt is not included)Child walker with t-shirt (ages 3 – 12): $20Child walker (ages 3 – 12): $10 (shirt not included)Kids 2 and under walk for free! Price increases by $5.00 per event March 21. Team Recognition Recognize Top Three Freeman Teams with most participants.Recognize Top Three Autism Teams with most funds raised. (For the purpose of the fundraising competition, online donations must be made by 11:59 pm on April 16, and cash/check donations will be accepted until 5:00 pm on April 17.)      Awards given to the top overall male and female plus first, second, and third in each age category. Under 15, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, 70+ Chip timing, USTAF Certified Course

What to expect

  • 1-mile walk option
  • 5K race
  • Finisher's medal for all participants
  • Packet pickup available
  • Team recognition opportunities

Typical conditions

For events around April 2026 in Joplin, MO, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.

How to prepare

Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.

Beginner's guide to your first 5K

Getting there

This event is listed in Joplin, MO, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.

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