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Sunday, October 18th, 2026
249 Buckley Rd, Holtsville NY
5K
52–64°F · some rain risk
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: The Big Energy Walk
- Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Location: Holtsville Ecology Center: 249 Buckley Rd, Holtsville, NY 11742
- Website: The Big Energy Walk Registration
Important Information
- Participation: Open to all, family-friendly, non-competitive 5K walk/run.
- Purpose: To empower those affected by ADHD through education and community support.
- Proceeds: 100% of net proceeds will benefit the Suffolk County Chapter of CHADD.
- Parking: FREE for all participants.
Why We Walk
An estimated 200,000+ children and adults on Long Island are living with ADHD. The Big Energy Walk was created to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and connect families with support and resources.
Schedule of Events
- 8:00 AM: Check-in, T-shirt pickup &: Raffle ticket purchase begins.
- 8:45 AM: Welcome &: Opening Remarks.
- 9:00 AM: 5K Walk/Run begins.
- 11:00 AM: Raffle Winners Announced. Winners must be present to claim prizes.
Weather Policy
The Big Energy Walk is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of severe weather or conditions that may compromise safety, event organizers reserve the right to delay, modify, reschedule, or cancel the event.
Registration Information
- Registration: Advanced registration is required. No registration will be available on race day.
- Deadline: Registration closes Saturday, October 17th at 8 PM.
- Refunds: Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Operational Costs: Refunds cannot be provided.
Pricing Tiers
Early Registration: July 1st-July 31st - Adults and children ages 13 years old &: up: $25. Children ages 5-12 years old: $15. Children ages 4 &: under: FREE.
Regular Registration: August 1st-September 20th - Adults and children ages 13 years old &: up: $30. Children ages 5-12 years old: $20. Children 4 years old &: under: FREE.
Late Registration: September 21st-October 17th - Adults and children ages 13 years old &: up: $35. Children ages 5-12 years old: $25. Children 4 years old &: under: FREE.
*Plus applicable processing fees.
T-Shirts
- Complimentary event T-shirts are guaranteed for participants ages 5 &: up who register by September 20, 2026.
- T-Shirts will be distributed at the event.
- This event will not be timed and is non-competitive.
Contact Information
Questions? Please email [email protected]
More Information
The Big Energy Walk is an independently organized community event benefiting CHADD of Suffolk County. 100% net proceeds will be donated to CHADD of Suffolk County. CHADD of Suffolk County Website
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