When
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Where
2808 S. Picher Ave, Joplin MO
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
About this race
Race Overview
- Date: April 18, 2026
- Time: 8:00 am
- Location: Bill & Virginia Leffen Center for Autism, 2808 S. Picher Ave, Joplin, MO
- URL: Freeman 5K & 1-Mile Walk for Autism
Packet Pickup
- Date: April 17, 2026
- Time: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
- Date: April 18, 2026
- Time: 6:45 am – 7:45 am
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.
- Cash/check donations will be accepted until 5:00 pm on April 17.
Awards
- Awards given to the top overall male and female.
- First, second, and third in each age category.
- Categories: Under 15, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, 70+
Course Information
- Chip timing.
- USTAF Certified Course.
Course map
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