210 East Front Street, New Bern NC
Saturday, April 25th, 2026
Event Overview
- Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Race starts at 8:30 AM)
- Location: 210 East Front Street, Union Point Park, New Bern, NC
- Website: New Bern Autism 5K
Purpose of the Event
- Awareness: Raise awareness for Autism in Eastern North Carolina and promote health.
- Community: Bridge the gap & unity towards the acceptance & understanding of autism.
- Support: Stand alongside families affected by autism.
- Advocacy: Connect families with vital resources and peer support.
What to Expect on Race Day
- Course: Scenic 5K course along the waterfront.
- Kids’ Fun Run: Joyful event designed for our youngest supporters.
- Resource Fair: Autism-friendly products, services, and community connections.
- Entertainment: Music, dancing, live performances, games, giveaways, and food trucks.
Significance
- Unity: Come together to support those who can’t yet speak.
- Inclusion: Ensure that no family feels unheard or alone.
- Celebration: Honor the journeys of autistic individuals and their supporters.
- Change: Help build a more inclusive and compassionate world.
How to Get Involved
- Register: Join as an individual or with a team.
- Fundraise: Create a fundraising page to support the cause.
- Sponsorship: Become a sponsor and show your support as a caring business.
- Volunteer: Offer your time to assist on race day.
Join Us
Together, we rise. Together, we walk. Together, we show the world that there’s always a way.
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