Autism Speaks 5K/ 1-Mile Walk

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• What: 25th anniversary Autism Speaks 5K in Potomac, Maryland
• Date: July 4, 2025
• Location: 9935 Falls Road, Potomac, MD
• Link: Register Here

🌍 Our Mission

• Mission: Autism Speaks is dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan.
• Support: We do this through advocacy, services, supports, research and innovation.
• Impact: The event has raised over $5 million since its inception in 2000.
• Experience: What better way to start your holiday than running with us?

👕 Participant Perks

• Commemorative Shirt: Every participant registered will receive an event shirt.
• Finisher Medal: Participants will also receive a finisher medal.
• Acknowledgment: Show off your accomplishment.
• Kindness: Support for a kinder world through your participation.

📅 Packet Pick-Up

• July 3rd: Packet Pick-up at Potomac Presbyterian Church from 4-6 pm
• Address: 10301 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854
• July 4th: Day-Of Packet Pick-up near Start Line
• Address: 10101 Glenolden Dr, Potomac, MD 20854

💲 Registration Fees

• Adult 5K: $45 (June 2nd - July 3rd), $50 (July 4th)
• Youth 5K (14 & Under): $40 (June 2nd - July 3rd), $45 (July 4th)
• Adult 1 Mile: $40 (June 2nd - July 3rd), $45 (July 4th)
• Youth 1 Mile (14 & Under): $30 (June 2nd - July 3rd), $35 (July 4th)

⏰ Schedule

• 6:45 a.m: Registration Open & Activities Begin
• 7:30 a.m: Opening Ceremony
• 8:00 a.m: 5K Starts
• 8:10 a.m: 1 Mile Walk Starts
• 9:30 a.m: Awards Ceremony

🌐 Virtual Participation

• Virtual Option: Participate from wherever you might be on July 4th.
• Shirt: All virtual participants will receive a commemorative event shirt mailed directly to you.
• Medal: Register with the "Virtual Runner - Medal Included" option to receive a finisher medal.
• Registration Deadline: Register before June 4th to receive your t-shirt prior to the event.

🎉 Join Us!

Whether in person with us in Potomac or participating virtually from your July 4th destination, we look forward to seeing our community come together to support the autism community.