Freeman 5K & 1-Mile Walk for Autism

Race Overview: A race coming up on 2026-04-18 in Joplin, MO. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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Race data last checked: 2026-02-21

Race Overview:

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 17
  • 6:45 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: $25
    • Adult walker: $15 (shirt is not included)
    • Child walker with t-shirt (ages 3 – 12): $20
    • Child 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

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