Walk Around the Block for Autism

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT

Location: Monroe, LA; 24 Accent Drive, 71202
Type: RUN

At a glance

A celebratory community walk and expo supporting disability families, featuring a 5K, 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run, games, food, and resources.

Fun
Festive
For a Cause

Who it's for

Beginner Friendly
For a Cause

Great for: beginners, cause-driven runners

Join HAMPCO Inc. and Wanda’s Abounding Grace for the annual Walk Around the Block for Autism & Community Expo/Fest in Monroe, LA. This event is a heartfelt celebration of "AUSOME" families, bringing together the community to share stories, connect with valuable resources, and promote inclusion. Enjoy a morning of movement, fun, and fellowship, knowing that your participation supports disability families through essential community activities and resources. It's a day designed for celebration and connection, together.

What to expect

Expect a welcoming atmosphere with a 5K and 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run.Enjoy a community expo featuring games, food, a DJ, photo opportunities, and resource vendors.Strollers, scooters, and wheelchairs are warmly welcomed on the course.

Standout details

Community Expo/Fest
Supports disability families
Discounted registration for special needs
Strollers, scooters & wheelchairs welcome

Perks & features

Awards
Shirt

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM CDT · From $27.50
Opens Jan 19, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Mar 7, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
1 Miles
Sat, Apr 4, 8:00 AM CDT · From $16.90
Opens Feb 18, 2026, 5:47 PM CST · Closes Mar 7, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
3 Miles
Sat, Apr 4, 9:00 AM CDT · From $27.50
Opens Jan 19, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Mar 7, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 1 more option

Silent Walker
Sat, Apr 4, 8:00 AM CDT · From $27.50
Opens Jan 19, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Apr 4, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

The course

Flat
Timed race

Vibe Check

Easygoing

5K distance, flat area, typically mild weather

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

Walk Around the Block for Autism & Community Expo/Fest 5K & 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run Hosted by: HAMPCO Inc. & Wanda’s Abounding Grace

Join us for our Annual Walk & Community Expo celebrating our AUSOME families! This event brings together families, friends, businesses, and community partners to share stories, connect with resources, promote inclusion, and enjoy a morning of movement, fun, and fellowship.

Let’s make this a day of celebration, TOGETHER!

🗓 Event Highlights 7:00–8:30 AM – Registration & T-Shirt Pickup 8:30 AM – Welcome/Warmup 8:50 AM – 5K Start 9:00 AM – 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run 10:00 AM–12:00 PM – Games, Food, DJ, Photos & Resource Vendors 10:30 AM – Awards Not a timed event. Strollers, scooters & wheelchairs welcome.

♿ AUSOME Ability Participants Discounted registration for special needs members (child/adult). Must preregister by emailing info@wandasag.org.

💲 Registration (1/20/26–4/4/26) 12 & under: $15 13 & up: $25 👕 T-shirt included if registered by 3/07/26 (hard cutoff). 🏆 Awards 1st Place Male/Female Runner 1st Place Male/Female Walker Largest preregistered team (by April 3rd) 🎉 Top fundraising team wins our AUSOME Sensory & Safety Trophy Trunk! 💙 Race Benefits Proceeds support disability families through community activities, safety & sensory kits, advocacy, resource assistance, and peer support.

📧 Questions? Contact the Race Director at info@wandasag.org

No refunds. Event held rain or shine (except extreme weather) .

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