
From the Organizer
ALL PARTICIPANTS PLEASE READ:
Please join us for The Big Energy Walk! Long Island's 1st family-friendly, non-competitive 5K walk/run, held in partnership with the Suffolk County Chapter of CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder). CHADD's mission is to empower all people affected by ADHD through evidenced-based resources and education, unparalleled support, community connections and steadfast advocacy.
100% of the net proceeds will benefit the the Suffolk County Chapter of CHADD.
WHY WE WALK: An estimated 200,000+ children and adults on Long Island are living with ADHD. The Big Energy Walk was created to raise awareness, reduce stigma and connect families with support and resources.
PARKING: FREE for all participants
DATE: Sunday October 4, 2026
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
8:00 AM: Check-in, T-shirt pickup & Raffle ticket purchase begins
8:45: Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:00 AM: 5K Walk/Run begins (Stroller Friendly Event)
11:00 AM: Raffle Winners Announced. Winners must be present to claim prizes.
WEATHER POLICY:
The Big Energy Walk is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of severe weather or conditions that may compromise safety, event organizers reserve the right to delay, modify, reschedule or cancel the event.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
PRICING TIERS:
Early Registration: June 22nd-July 31st- Adults and children age 13 years old & up: $25.
Children age 5-12 years old: $15. Children age 4 years old & under: FREE.
*Plus applicable processing fees.
Regular Registration: August 1st- September 1st- Adults and children age 13 years old & up: $30
Children age 5-12 years old: $20. Children 4 years old & under: FREE.
*Plus applicable processing fees.
Late Registration: September 2nd-October 3rd- Adults and children age 13 years old & up: $35
Children age 5-12 years old: $25. Children 4 years old & under: FREE
*Plus applicable processing fees.
Questions? Please email TheBigEnergyWalk@gmail.com
The Big Energy Walk is an independently organized community event benefiting CHADD of Suffolk County. 100% net proceeds will be donated to CHADD of Suffolk County.
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
68°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Islip Li Macarthur Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
102 ft
Nearest Airport
ISP
Long Island MacArthur Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 40 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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The Big Energy Walk ⚡️ Long Island's 1st ADHD Awareness 5K Walk/Run
Oct 4, 2026