Elevating Autism 5K & 1Mi.

🏃‍♂️ Elevating Autism 5K & 1M Fun Run/Walk

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025

Location: Cartersville, GA

For more information, visit the race page.

🎉 Event Schedule

• 8:00am: 5K
• 8:50am: 1Mi. Fun Run/Walk
• 9:15am: Awards Presentation

Registration

• Early Bird Pricing: Available until Fri., February 28th.
• Price Increase: Rates go up starting Sat., March 1st.
• Registration Closes: Online registration ends on Sun., March 30, 2025, at 11:00pm.
• Guarantee T-Shirt Size: Register by March 26th.

🏆 Awards & Prizes

Overall awards in the 5K will be presented to the following:

• Top 3 Overall M&F
• Top Master M&F
• Top 3 by Age Categories: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
• Fun Run Awards: Medals for the first 3 Boys and first 3 Girls.

🗓️ Race Day Details

• 6:30am: Race Day Registration opens
• 7:45am: Race Day Registration closes
• Location: Sam Smith Park, a USATF-certified course
• Refreshments: Water, Gatorade, and Snacks for runners

🦮 Additional Information

• Parking: Free parking at Ric Mason Soccer Complex behind Cartersville Middle School.
• Dogs: Not permitted for 5K: allowed on leash for 1Mi.
• Weather Policy: Event held rain or shine: no refunds.
• Volunteer Interest: Contact Race Director Mandy Beavers at mandyjune0953@gmail.com

📣 Join Us!

Whether you’re a competitive runner or a casual participant, we invite everyone to come out and enjoy this worthwhile event focused on autism awareness. Register early with friends and family, and let's have a fun time together!