Walk Around the Block for Autism
Monroe, Louisiana · Saturday, April 4, 2026
The Walk Around the Block for Autism is a 1 miles, 3 miles, running, walking, and wheelchair event held on Saturday, April 4, 2026. It is located at 24 Accent Drive in Monroe, Louisiana.
- Date
- Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 8:00 AM – 11:59 AM
- Location
- 24 Accent Drive
Monroe, Louisiana
71202
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps - Links
- runsignup.com
Walk Around the Block for Autism & Community Expo/Fest
5K & 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run
Hosted by: HAMPCO Inc. & Wanda’s Abounding Grace
Join us for our Annual Walk & Community Expo celebrating our AUSOME families! This event brings together families, friends, businesses, and community partners to share stories, connect with resources, promote inclusion, and enjoy a morning of movement, fun, and fellowship.
Let’s make this a day of celebration, TOGETHER!
🗓 Event Highlights
7:00–8:30 AM – Registration & T-Shirt Pickup
8:30 AM – Welcome/Warmup
8:50 AM – 5K Start
9:00 AM – 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run
10:00 AM–12:00 PM – Games, Food, DJ, Photos & Resource Vendors
10:30 AM – Awards
Not a timed event. Strollers, scooters & wheelchairs welcome.
♿ AUSOME Ability Participants
Discounted registration for special needs members (child/adult). Must preregister by emailing [email protected].
💲 Registration (1/20/26–4/4/26)
12 & under: $15
13 & up: $25
👕 T-shirt included if registered by 3/07/26 (hard cutoff).
🏆 Awards
1st Place Male/Female Runner
1st Place Male/Female Walker
Largest preregistered team (by April 3rd)
🎉 Top fundraising team wins our AUSOME Sensory & Safety Trophy Trunk!
💙 Race Benefits
Proceeds support disability families through community activities, safety & sensory kits, advocacy, resource assistance, and peer support.
📧 Questions? Contact the Race Director at [email protected]
No refunds. Event held rain or shine (except extreme weather).
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