Freeman 5K & 1-Mile Walk for Autism - Shirt Only
External Event
Distance
Unknown
Pace
All paces welcome
Terrain
Unknown
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
- 5K run or 1-mile walk options
- Packet pickup available before the event
- Team recognition for participation and fundraising
- Finisher medals for all participants
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
Training needs depend on the official distance and course. Use the registration page for distance details, then build a plan that matches that distance.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Joplin, MO, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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