New Bern Autism 5k Run/Walk

Event Overview

Raise awareness for Autism in ENC and Health while bridging the gap &: unity the acceptance &: understanding our autistic in the community.

Emilio and Lindell Davis of There's A Way StyronDavis Resource Network Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization is having our 5th Annual Autism 5k which is New Bern Autism Awareness 5k Run/Walk partner with nonprofit Autismazing.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
• Location: Union Point Park, New Bern, NC
• Time: 8 AM – 2 PM (Race starts at 8:30 AM)
• Presented By: There’s A Way StyronDavis Resource Network, Inc.

Purpose of the Event

The New Bern Autism 5K Run/Walk Fun Day is more than a race—it’s a heartfelt movement for acceptance, connection, and change. Held in the heart of downtown New Bern with the scenic beauty of Union Point Park as our backdrop, this annual event gathers people from all walks of life to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with families affected by autism.

• Community Unity: Now in its fifth year, this event is a vibrant celebration of resilience, joy, and community unity.
• Uplifting Voices: It is a day to uplift the voices of autistic individuals.
• Support: Honor the journeys of parents, siblings, caregivers, and advocates.
• Collective Gathering: We gather so no one feels alone.

Why It Matters

Autism is not a limitation—it’s a different way of experiencing the world. But for too many families, the path to understanding, services, and support can feel isolating and overwhelming. That’s where There’s A Way StyronDavis Resource Network, Inc. steps in.

• Connecting Families: We connect families with vital resources, education, peer support, and advocacy.
• Focus Area: Especially in underserved and rural communities across Eastern North Carolina.
• Join the Mission: When you participate, you help us open doors and build safe spaces.
• Create Possibilities: Together, we create possibilities where once there were none.

What to Expect on Race Day

• 5K Course: A scenic 5K course along the waterfront with runners, walkers, and teams united for a cause.
• Kids’ Fun Run: A joyful Kids’ Fun Run celebrating our youngest supporters.
• Resource Fair: A Resource &: Vendor Fair offering autism-friendly products, services, and community connections.
• Entertainment: Music, dancing, live entertainment, games, giveaways, and food trucks—making this a full Family Fun Day.

Get Involved

Whether you’re running in honor of your child, walking for a friend, supporting as a volunteer, or cheering on the sidelines—you belong here.

• Register: Register Today as an individual or with a team.
• Create Fundraising Page: Rally your friends and family.
• Become a Sponsor: Stand with us as a business that cares.
• Volunteer: Help us make magic on race day.

Join Us

Together, we rise. Together, we walk. Together, we show the world that there’s always a way.

For more information, visit New Bern Autism 5K Run/Walk.