Mother’s Day Weekend Autism Awareness 5k -10K Run/Walk
About this race
Celebrating Togetherness this Mother's Day Weekend
Join us for a fun and challenging 5K - 10K Run/Walk at Hansen Dam, or wherever you are, to show your support for children and adults on the autism spectrum. Your fundraising efforts will empower our work to promote a more inclusive world for individuals with autism, in support of Assistant programs for people & children with developmental disabilities (including but not limited to Autism, Behavior disorders and Down Syndrome).
While the last year was really challenging for all of us, our commitment to the autism community remained unwavering. 1 in 54 children and 1 in 45 adults in the U.S. are on the autism spectrum. The autism community has so many unique sets of strengths, challenges, goals, accomplishments and needs.
Registration Perks:
All participants receive
Custom PACE Finisher Medals
PACE Race Day T-Shirt
Reusable Swag Bag with goodies
Post-Race Munchies
Chip timing for in-person runners
Prizes include:
Top Finishers: Celebrate your achievements! Awards for the top 3 male and 3 female finishers in both 5K and 10K categories.
In Person Race day registration is available until 7:30am, May 9, 2026. (Note: Swag bag may be delayed)
If Running Virtual Anywhere! Your local safe running route (since your run is virtual you can run anywhere you like, please follow all local laws).
Virtual Race registration is available until May 31 2026 11:59 PM.
When: May 9, 2026 (Saturday)
Start Time:
10K 8:00 AM
5K 8:15 AM
1K 10:00 AM
Event Location: Woodley Park Section 1 6350 Woodley Avenue Van Nuys Ca 91436
In Person Race day registration is available until 7:30am, May 9, 2026. (Note: Price increase $20 Day of event & Swag bag may be delayed)
Virtual Fun: Even if you can't join us in person, you can still be a Shero! Participate virtually and get a race bib and finisher medal mailed to you. Virtual Race registration is available until May 31 2026 11:59 PM.
EVERYONE IS A WINNER!
Come Enjoy a FUN time with Family & Friends!!
Live DJ, Coach Kody, FREE Bounce House, FREE kid fun art station, Food Truck, and More...!
PACE RUN for a Cause is.a 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION BASED IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. TAX ID 87-1848548
Register today and be a PACE Autism Shero Run!
Share the event with your friends and family! Spread the word and help us build a brighter future for individuals on the autism spectrum.
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Autism Shero Run Adults 5K
Autism Shero Run Kids 5K
Autism Shero Run Adults 10K
Autism Shero Run Kids 10K
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