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Date:
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
5500 Balloon Fiesta Parkway
Bernalillo County, New Mexico
87121
United States
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1 Miles 5k Run Walk

The Ellen Reavis Race for Autism is a great way to raise your voice and join our force to create acceptance of Autism in your community. We hope to see you there! Create your team today and join us during Autism Acceptance month as we celebrate our community.

We will be having a team t-shirt contest. Create a t-shirt design in honor of your team! You can drop off a t-shirt at the main stage or come to the stage at 11:30am to be judged by the best emcee there is Sam Newton. We will have a special prize for the winner!

We also will have prizes for top fundraiser and largest team! Gather your family and friends for bragging rights!

5k race is a timed race. Participants will receive a finisher medal and a shirt. (To be guaranteed a medal and a shirt, registration must be in by March 15th, 2026) The top 3 males and females will receive a prize for their efforts.

1 mile walk is untimed and is for those that do not want to be timed. A shirt is included. (To be guaranteed a shirt, registration must be in by March 15th, 2026)

The Star Walk is our time to honor those we are running and walking for! Open to any Autistic individual. Walk a short aisle as the crowd cheers you on just for being you! Each participant gets a t-shirt with their registration. Registration must be completed by March 15th, 2026, to be guaranteed a shirt.

History of the Event:

Ellen was a wonderful Occupational Therapist, teacher, friend, inspiration, and driving force to many in the field of autism. She had a magical way with autistic individuals and their families. Ellen had served the New Mexico Autism Society’s Board of Directors as President, Treasurer, and workhorse for many years. She also helped many children, teachers, and therapists as a member of the APS Autism Resource Team. We lost Ellen to cancer in 2009, but her spirit will remain with all who knew her.

Because of Ellen and her dedication to the autism community, New Mexico Autism Society decided to honor her memory with this race. Each year, the New Mexico autism community gathers at Balloon Fiesta Park to help raise acceptance, to educate, and celebrate our autistic community and their families. The race is our biggest fundraiser of the year and helps fund all the programs and events we host.

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    PARKING

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    START

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    THE START OF 5K IS LOCATED SOUTH OF THE WELLS FARGO BANK ON WEST LA ENTRADA RD. PLEASE STAY ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD OR PARKING LOT UNTIL THE RACE DIRECTOR DIRECTS YOU TO THE START.

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    EVENT DAY

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    Participants must follow instructions from all Event officials, including race staff, volunteers, medical personnel, fire and police officials, security officers, and city officials, throughout the Event.

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    COURSE MONITORING

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    No participant may rejoin the race after leaving the course, whether to gain a place, maintain pace, or assist another participant.

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    PORTABLE TOILETS

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    RACE (BIB NUMBER) REQUIREMENT

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    MEDICAL SUPPORT

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    The event officials have the right to withdraw any runner from the race who appears distressed or at risk. If you have a health or medical problem at the Finish Line, please notify event officials or volunteers. Please cooperate if you are asked to go for a checkup. If you need help at any point, please ask.

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    FINISH INFORMATION

    The overall and division award winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on race day.

    5K AWARDS

    Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.

    Age group prizes will be given to the top three finishers in the following categories for men and women: 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-55, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.

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    5K COURSE LINK

    https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5982079708

    START INFORMATION

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    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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    Can I use my Garmin GPS or my Nike+ device?

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    Do you have a Lost & Found in case I lose something at the Event or on the racecourse?

    Yes. We will have a Lost & Found for items on race day. Stop by the finish area or call 505.217.4774 if you are missing a personal item.

    I am injured and/or cannot run the event (family commitment, work obligation, etc.). Can I request a refund, donate my entry, or transfer it to someone else?

    No. The sale and/or transfer of race entries/bibs are strictly prohibited and will result in the disqualification and/or banning of any individuals involved from future events. All entry fees are non-refundable and cannot be deferred toward a future event.

    If I provide medical documentation of my injury or pregnancy, will you give me a refund?

    No. Please refer to our official event rules and guidelines.

    Can I defer my entry to the next year if I cannot run this year?

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    INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

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    RESULTS

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    POST RACE

    Post-race refreshments provided by RunFit

    Results:

    Results will be posted to WWW.IRUNFIT.ORG

    Review of the Course and Support:

    Decide where your family and friends can support you when you need it most.

    Water and Gatorade will also be provided at the water/hydration table; see course link(s) below:

    Volunteer Information

    Volunteers are still needed to help! Please get in touch with RunFit at (505) 217-4774 to volunteer for race day or email: stephenpino@hotmail.com

    Thank-a-volunteer campaign!

    The Viva Vino Run is fortunate to have some of the friendliest and hardest-working volunteers. Volunteers help us to ensure you feel welcome and are fully informed, have a safe, successful, and positive running experience, and more! When you have a chance, give hearty, fun-loving thanks!

    Race Questions and Information:

    RunFit

    (505) 217-4774

    Email: stephenpino@hotmail.com

    WWW.IRUNFIT.ORG

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