From the Organizer
The MSAG Run for Autism is a yearly fundraising event dedicated to raising funds for autism centric programs in Kankakee, including ones held at the gallery.
Runners compete in a 5K race across Kankakee, starting at Cobb Park.
We have been lucky to receive many sponsors in the past, including the Pepsi Corporation.
Events
Weather
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
83°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kankakee Metro Wastewater, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
24,384
as of 2023
Elevation
608 ft
Nearest Airport
GYY
Gary/Chicago International Airport · 42 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 47 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run For Autism 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Beedles Braving Batten 5k Walk
3 miles away
Bourbonnais Friendship Festival 5K Run or 1.5 Mile Fitness Walk
3 miles away
2026 Beecher Freedom 5K Run/Walk
21 miles away
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 4- Wilmington 6.6K
20 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Run For Autism 5k
Jun 21, 2026