152 Milner Rd., SE, Cartersville GA
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
JOIN US!! For the 2nd. Annual Running of the “Elevating Autism 5K & 1M Fun Run/Walk”
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Location: Cartersville, GA
Presented by: 'Academy ABA'
Registration is now OPEN!
(Note: No guarantees on T-shirt size for Race Day registrations!)
The Elevating Autism event is not just a race: it's a crucial effort to increase autism awareness in our communities. This event helps educate and connect parents and community members to promote understanding and support for individuals on the autism spectrum.
WANT TO VOLUNTEER?? Contact Race Director Mandy Beavers: mandyjune0953@gmail.com
The 5K course is a USATF-certified route and a qualifying event for the 2025 AJC Peachtree Road Race.
Thank you to Wire2wire Running for timing the races using RFID technology.
Pre-race packet pickup will be available on Friday, April 4th from 12:00 Noon – 8:00 PM at Big Peach Running Co. Store. Size exchanges not guaranteed.
Awards will be presented to:
Plenty of FREE parking is available at the Ric Mason Soccer Complex parking lot, behind Cartersville Middle School.
Dogs are not permitted on the 5K route for the safety of runners but are allowed on leashes for the 1Mi Run/Walk.
This event will occur rain or shine unless local authorities determine conditions necessitate cancelation. No credits or refunds will be provided in case of cancelation - participants will be transferred to the rescheduled date.
For more information, visit our registration page.
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