Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run
Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Wantagh, NY, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- October 11, 2026 (81 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Autism Speaks Empower Walk + 5K Run is an uplifting celebration of community and progress, combining the spirit of the traditional Walk with the energy of a 5K run! Whether you’re walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Join us as we take bold steps toward a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. Come for the cause, stay for the community — and leave empowered.
To register prior to October 9, or for more information, please visit our official Empower Walk & 5K Run site.
Event Schedule:
- 9:00 a.m. - Registration Open
- 9:45 a.m. - Superhero Sprint
- 10:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremony Begins
- 10:20 a.m. - 5K Run Starts
- 10:45 a.m. - Walk Starts
- 11:30 a.m. - Closing Ceremony Begins
Events
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
69°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wantagh Cedar Creek, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wantagh, NY
City Elevation
27 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
81
Days to train
- Race
- Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run
- Date
- October 11, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run
Oct 11, 2026