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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
220 W. Broadway, Astoria IL
5K
62–81°F · low rain risk
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2025
66–82°F
dry
2024
62–85°F
dry
2023
60–82°F
dry
2022
68–84°F
rain
2021
65–85°F
dry
2020
47–67°F
dry
2019
66–86°F
dry
2018
69–90°F
dry
2017
65–82°F
dry
2016
60–83°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 19
Sunny · 43–71°F
Saturday, Sep 19starts near 43°F · 17% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Event Overview
This year's race will take place prior to Astoria's Homecoming parade. Join us for a family friendly 5K run or 2 mile walk to raise autism acceptance and help fund equipment and events for those with a neurodivergent diagnosis within our community.
Highlights
- Open to all: Open to all ages and abilities.
- Prizes: Prizes for top finishers.
- Goodie bags: Goodie bags for every participant.
- T-shirts: T-shirts for early registrants.
Packet Pick-Up
Packet pick-up will be available on Friday, September 18th at the Astoria Public Library from 5:30-7:30 pm: and Saturday, September 19th until race time.
Event Details
Date: September 19, 2026
Location: 220 W. Broadway, Astoria, IL
For more information and to register, visit: Annual Autism Firecracker 5K.
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