Georgia Race for Autism 5K
When is Georgia Race for Autism 5K?
Georgia Race for Autism 5K takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Lawrenceville, GA.
What distances does Georgia Race for Autism 5K offer?
Georgia Race for Autism 5K offers 4 events: 1 Mi. Fun Run/Walk, 5K Run/Walk, 100 Yard Dash, Tot Trot (Ages 2-5).
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mi. Fun Run/Walk | 1.0 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| 5K Run/Walk | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| 100 Yard Dash | 100.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| Tot Trot (Ages 2-5) | — | $25.00 | Register |
How much does Georgia Race for Autism 5K cost?
Registration for Georgia Race for Autism 5K starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Georgia Race for Autism 5K held?
Georgia Race for Autism 5K is held in Lawrenceville, GA at Gwinnett County Fairgrounds.
About Georgia Race for Autism 5K
Georgia Race for Autism presents to you our annual Georgia Race for Autism! Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045. Our event supports Spectrum Autism Support Group in providing camps and clubs for those impacted by autism in our community. For more information on SPECTRUM and all the programs they provide go to www.SpectrumAutism.org.
The 5K begins at 8:00am on Saturday, October 3rd with race packet pick up starting at 6:30am. You can also beat the morning rush by picking up your race packet at the Fairgrounds on Friday, October 2nd from 1pm - 8pm.
RACEJOY
Free Live Tracking and Progress Alerts on Race Day! (Race organizers are providing this as an included service.)
Make sure you download the RaceJoy mobile app for live phone tracking at the Georgia Race for Autism 5K/10K.
Carry your phone and use RaceJoy to add to your race experience with these key features:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive GPS-based progress alerts at mile points on the course for current pace and estimated finish time.
- Post to your Facebook and Twitter walls.
- Have friends and family track your performance.
Live GPS Tracking
- Once you reach the 'FINISH' line of your virtual distance your results will automatically be submitted to the race leader board!
Supporting spectators can track your blue dot moving along the course from home or at the race site.
Find each other using RaceJoy’s MeetUp tool.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive fun, motivational audio cheers from your supporting fans.
- Start sending cheers to others doing the race at any time.
The Georgia Race for Autism 5K/10K is sponsoring RaceJoy to provide participants and spectators these features for free (normally a 99 cents upgrade fee for both the participant and spectator).
Note:
- Participant must carry phone
- No official race timing information is provided for this race in RaceJoy
HOW IT WORKS
We can't wait to see you at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds!
Here is how it works...
Step 1: Register to run/walk the In Person 5K and invite your friends to join! Create a Team if you want!
Step 2: Come pick up your race swag at the Fairgrounds either on Friday, October 2nd from 1pm-8pm or the morning of the race starting at 6:30am.
Step 3: Show up at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds with a smile on your face and ready to run! (If you need to pick up your race swag, make sure to get there early enough to avoid the lines!).
Step 4: You did it! Enjoy a cup of coffee or ice cream and treat yourself!
COURSE MAP
Our 5K course is USATF certified and your time can be used as a qualifier for the AJC Peachtree Road Race! For an interactive map and elevation chart, click here: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4638044434