2026 Autism Acceptance Festival & Fun Run

This will be our 6th annual Autism Acceptance Festival and Fun Run on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Kiroli Park in West Monroe, Louisiana. This family-friendly event celebrates acceptance, inclusion, and community for individuals of all ages.

 

Fun Run Details

Distance: 1-mile Fun Run

Course: The course will be mapped only on the paved roads inside the park. No trails will be included.

Children Pricing: $15 (ages 4–12)

Water will be provided throughout the course. Snacks and additional water will be available at the finish line.

 

Registration and T-Shirts

Register by March 15, 2026, to receive a free event T-shirt. 

Teams

Participants may create or join a team during registration.

If you have several people signing up together, one person can create a team name. Others can search for that team name during registration and join the team.

 

Awards and Timing

Timing will be available for participants who are interested.

Awards will be given to the top male and top female finishers in each age division for the 1-mile Fun Run.

Age Divisions

9 and under, 10–15, 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, & 60+

 

Event Schedule

7:30–8:15 AM: Packet Pickup

8:30 AM: Fun Run begins

Approximately 9:30 AM: Fun Run awards

 

Questions

Please email AutismNorthLA@gmail.com with any questions.

Autism Acceptance Fun Run/Walk (1 mile): T-Shirt