2ND Annual
2nd Annual Autism Firecracker 5K and 2 Mile Walk
2nd Annual Autism Firecracker 5K and 2 Mile Walk is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Astoria, IL.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (56 days to go)
- Location
- 203 W. Broadway, Astoria, IL
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for a family friendly 5K run or 2 mile walk to raise autism acceptance and help fund equipment and events for those with a neurodivergent diagnosis within our community.
•Open to all ages and abilities.
•Prizes for top finishers.
•Goodie bags for every participant.
•T-shirts for early registrants.
All proceeds go to funding sensory friendly park equipment for children of all abilities.
Packet pick-up will be available on September 18th at the town gazebo from 5:30-7:30 pm; and July 4th from 7 until race time.
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rushville, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Astoria, IL
Nearest Airport
SPI
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport · 45 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 102 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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56
Days to train
- Race
- 2nd Annual Autism Firecracker 5K and 2 Mile Walk
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 203 W. Broadway, Astoria, IL
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2nd Annual Autism Firecracker 5K and 2 Mile Walk
Sep 19, 2026