This will be our 6th annual Autism Acceptance Festival and Fun Run on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Kiroli Park in West Monroe, Louisiana. This family-friendly event celebrates acceptance, inclusion, and community for individuals of all ages.
Fun Run Details
Distance: 1-mile Fun Run
Course: The course will be mapped only on the paved roads inside the park. No trails will be included.
Children Pricing: $15 (ages 4–12)
Water will be provided throughout the course. Snacks and additional water will be available at the finish line.
Registration and T-Shirts
Register by March 15, 2026, to receive a free event T-shirt.
Teams
Participants may create or join a team during registration.
If you have several people signing up together, one person can create a team name. Others can search for that team name during registration and join the team.
Awards and Timing
Timing will be available for participants who are interested.
Awards will be given to the top male and top female finishers in each age division for the 1-mile Fun Run.
Age Divisions
9 and under, 10–15, 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, & 60+
Event Schedule
7:30–8:15 AM: Packet Pickup
8:30 AM: Fun Run begins
Approximately 9:30 AM: Fun Run awards
Questions
Please email AutismNorthLA@gmail.com with any questions.