2026 Empower Walk & 5K Run - Staten Island

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The Autism Speaks Empower Walk & 5K Run is more than just a walk or run — it's a celebration of community, inclusion, and progress. This exciting event combines everything you love about the traditional Autism Speaks Walk with the added energy of a 5K run! Whether you're walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, you'll be part of an inspiring experience filled with connection and purpose.

Run Pick of the Month: Atlantic City Marathon 🔱

📍Atlantic City, New Jersey - October 17 & 18, 2026

Register early, rates increase August 1st! 💸

Set on the scenic streets of Absecon Island, this destination race delivers a fast, flat course with ocean views and a finish-line experience you’ll never forget!

😄 Find your start line:
✅ Marathon – take on the full 26.2-mile journey
✅ Half Marathon – the perfect balance of challenge and speed
✅ 10K – push the pace on a fast, coastal course
✅ 5K – run, walk, or celebrate the movement

This bucket-list race features a high-performance course and a vibrant atmosphere fueled by community support. Beyond race day, the weekend experience offers a connected platform for all levels of athletes to celebrate milestones and share their journey within an engaged digital and local running community.

This October, don’t just run a race. Be part of the story. 🔱

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