Autism SpectRUN 5K Run/Walk – Elizabethtown, KY 2026

Date
April 18, 2026
Location
Elizabethtown, KY
Venue
Elizabethtown Sports Park
Start Time
8:30 AM
Events
Autism SpectRUN 5K Run/Walk, Autism SpectRUN 5K Run/Walk (Kids 9 & Under)
Includes
T-shirt if registered by April 1 & Finisher's Medal
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The Autism SpectRUN 5K Run/Walk takes place at Elizabethtown Sports Park in Elizabethtown, Kentucky on April 18, 2026, with a typical start time of 8:30 AM. This 5K event welcomes both runners and walkers, making it accessible for a range of fitness levels and training goals. The event is held in spring, offering moderate weather conditions typical for mid-April in Kentucky. Athletes should plan to arrive early to account for parking and pre-race logistics at the sports park venue. The morning start time means you'll likely finish before midday heat becomes a factor.

From the Race Organizer
Please join us for our 9th annual Autism community event, the Autism SpectRUN 5K, at the Elizabethtown Sports Park! All proceeds from this family fun 5K will benefit Camp TESSA of Hardin County. Camp TESSA (Teaching Effective Social Skills to Students with Autism) is a week-long summer day camp provided in Hardin County. Participants engage in various activities to practice social skills, including music, art, mealtime, games, and field trips. Support is provided by multiple community members, teachers, therapists, parents, and peer partners. Each runner who registers by April 1st will receive a race t-shirt! T-shirts will not be included in the 9 and under category (unless registered as a paid participant). The deadline to sign up and get a guaranteed t-shirt is April 1st! Participants must pick up shirts at packet pickup or day of the race. Medals will be awarded to participants at the finish of the race. Packet Pickup Packet pickup for the race will be held on Friday, April 17th, fr

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Autism SpectRUN 5K Run/Walk – Elizabethtown, KY 2026?

Autism SpectRUN 5K Run/Walk – Elizabethtown, KY 2026 takes place on April 18, 2026. The race is held in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

Where is Autism SpectRUN 5K Run/Walk – Elizabethtown, KY 2026 held?

Autism SpectRUN 5K Run/Walk – Elizabethtown, KY 2026 is held at Elizabethtown Sports Park in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

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