FAQs
Locations & Schedules
Thursday, Race Week
Invite only packet pick-up / check-in for 10K & sponsors (check email for details!)
Friday, Race Week
Early Packet Pick-up / Check-in
Bubba's 33, 4504 S. Broadway Ave., Tyler, TX 75701
Open at 11:00AM
Close at 6:00PM
Please - no earlybirds!
Each participant, regardless of age, will have his or her own QR code for check in. You will receive it upon registration in your confirmation email and again in race week communications. Please have each QR code ready at check in.
Saturday, Race Day
Pollard UMC, 3030 New Copeland Rd., Tyler, TX 75701
7:00am-8:00am Packet Pickup
- Due to the large volume of participants (YAY!), we STRONGLY URGE all participants to check in early. See early check in option above.
- QR codes required for verification. Check your email for registration ID QR codes. Each participant has their own.
8:00am Opening Ceremonies (Blessing, color guard, national anthem)
8:15am Warm Up by APEC
8:30am 10K START
8:35am 5K START
8:40am 1 Mile START
Courses
1 Mile Course Link
5K Course Link
10K Course Link
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Tyler Run for Autism! Download the RaceJoy mobile app to enjoy live phone tracking, GPS progress alerts, and cheers from spectators. Please download in advance to ensure proper phone setup.
Participants run/walk at their own risk and are expected to remain cognizant of any potential hazards (vehicle traffic, debris and other trip hazards, etc.) while on course. Signage, as well as police officers and other staff/volunteers will be present on the route to help direct traffic and keep motorists aware of the event in progress.
Results & Awards
Results
Results will be posted to www.itri365.com/results live every 5 minutes. Please check your finish time upon completing the course. You have 24 hours to dispute a result, but it is best to do so while the event is still in progress, before awards are announced.
Awards
Overall and age group awards will be presented. Both will be scored by chip time.
Overall 10K Male & Female Awards:
First Place: $150 Cash
Second Place: $100 Cash
Third Place: $75 Cash
Jewelry Donated by Kendra Scott
Custom Plaque
Finishers Medals
Overall 5K Male & Female Awards:
First Place: $100 Cash
Second Place: $75 Cash
Third Place: $50 Cash
Jewelry Donated by Kendra Scott
Custom Plaque
Finishers Medals
Top 3 Age Division Male & Female Winners receive an additional award medal! (5K & 10K only)
- 14 & under
- 15-19
- 20-24
- 25-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60-64
- 65+
Registration
Q: Do I need to register my kids?
A: Yes. If your child(ren) will run or walk on their own two feet at any point on course, they need to be registered.
Q: My child is Autistic, do I need to register him/her?
A: Yes. There is no existing process for diagnosis verification on registration. Anyone on course participating in the race must be registered through this website. All proceeds from this race go back to the Autistic community and we thank you so much for your support!
Packet Pickup
Q: Are there any verification requirements?
A: Yes! Please have your registration QR code ready at packet pick up. Codes are sent in registration confirmation emails and will be resent on race week to the email address used at registration.
Q: Can I pick up packets for others?
A: Yes, you may pick up packets for other participants so long as you have his or her registration QR code. Codes are sent in registration confirmation email and will be resent during race week. We ask that you communicate with your friends/family/teammates so that there is no confusion as to whether groups will pick up packets as individuals or if one representative will collect all race packets.
Q: Can I send someone to collect my packet for me?
A: Yes! He or she will need your registration QR code.
Q: Can I check in on race day?
A: Yes, BUT it is not recommended if you are able to attend early packet pick up / check in. We are expecting nearly 2,000 participants this year, so it is vital that as many athletes check in early as possible. We kindly ask that all local participants check in early to allow for a less stressful race day for our out-of-town friends!
Q: What is VIP packet pick up?
A: It is a special, early packet pick up opportunity for our valued sponsors and 10K athletes. Details will be sent to the email address used for registration.
Course Companions
Q: Are strollers allowed?
A: Strollers, wagons, and wheel chairs are welcome. Be mindful that the 5K and 10K events are competitive races with cash prizes, so if you are walking for leisure, please line up behind our competitive runners.
Q: Are dogs allowed?
A: Dogs are welcome on the 5K and 1 mile course if they are leashed and monitored. Please adhere to city ordinance regulations.
Amenities
Q: Will you offer gear check?
A: No. Gear check is not available.
Q: Where do I park?
A: There are both parking lot and street parking available at or near the race location.
General Reminders
- Arrive on-site with plenty of time before your event's scheduled start time.
- Wear your bib (number) on the front of your person on the outermost layer of clothing. Make sure that it is the bib assigned to you.
- Line-up at the start line safely & self-aware: most elite competitors in the front, slower participants in the back.
- Always compete in the category for which you registered. Never switch distances without alerting a race official.
- Be aware of your surroundings, including other participants, at all times.
- Be sure to thank a volunteer.
- Check your finish time at https://www.itri365.com/results.
- Take a selfie, post on social media, and tag us!
- Have fun & be proud of yourself!
