Event Details
Welcome to our very first 5K! We’re thrilled you’re here. You’ll find all the important event details below.
Distances
- Kids Dash (1 mile): One lap of the trail, for participants under 17
- 5K (3.1 miles): Three laps on a paved park trail
Registration Fees
(February 10–April 24)
Kids Dash:
- $15 (under 17 years old)
- Admission is free for children under 6—no promo code required at checkout.
5K:
- $25 (no shirt) through April 15
- $35 late registration (after April 15)
- Optional T-shirt add-on: $15
Children may participate in both events for $15 total
👕 Register by March 31 to guarantee your T-shirt size
⚠️ Shirts may arrive after race day for late registrations
- All shirts purchased will be available for pickup the day of the race at the check-in station and the day before the race at a location to be determined (TBD).
Event Schedule
- 9:30 AM – Check-in
- 9:45 AM – Kids Dash
- 10:30 AM – 5K
Late arrivals are welcome; staff will remain on-site for 2 hours after the start.
Timing & Results
This is a non-competitive event with optional timing.
- Track your run using RunKeeper or Strava
- Submit your time online to be included in the results
- All participants receive an online Certificate of Completion
What’s Included
- Making Waves for Autism T-shirt (if purchased)
- Race bib & finisher medal
- Complimentary water
- Free race photos
Additional Activities
Enjoy food, drinks, music, games, prizes, and more for the whole family.
Volunteers & Sponsors
- Volunteer inquiries: info@aquaticchildrensedu.com
- Sponsorship opportunities available at aquaticchildrensedu.com
