Event Schedule

9:00am - ASNV Family Funfest Begins: Food Trucks, Resource Fair, and Kids Zone opens

9:40am - Opening Ceremonies

10:00am - Walk Begins

11:30am - Raffle & Awards Ceremony

12:00am - ASNV Family Funfest ends

When should I arrive?

• To enjoy the pre-walkfestivities and explore the Resource Fair and Kid's Zone, arrive by 9:00 am
• To see the opening ceremony (and have time to park), arrive by 9:30 am
• To walk, arrive by 10:00 am

What if the weather is bad?

The ASNV Autism Walk & Family Funfest is a rain or shine event, and we will host it as planned unless there are dangerous weather conditions. There is no scheduled inclement weather date. Because the ASNV depends on this important fundraiser to support our local autism community, it is not our policy to issue refunds to participants who are unable to attend or if the event has to be cancelled.

Can I bring my dog?

Due to safety concerns on the race course, as well as a common fear of dogs for some participants with autism, we ask that no pets other than registered service animals attend the event. 

Will food and drinks be available for purchase?

We will have food available for purchase from food trunk vendors: TBD. Additionally, we will provide water and post-race snacks for our walk participants. Please bring a water bottle to refill your bottle throughout the day - no glass bottles, please.

Where do I park?

Parking guides will be available in the morning to direct traffic and ensure a quick parking process. VIP Parking will be available for our top fundraising teams. Accessible parking will also be available near the walk start line and Resource Fair Area.

What is layout of the race course?

Check out our Maps page for guides and directions for:

Are strollers and wheelchairs allowed in the walk?

Yes. Your safety is our first priority. Please note that the track is accessble to wheels.

Are vehicles such as golf carts, bicycles, or scooters allowed on the course?

No, for safety reasons we are unable to accommodate motorized vehicles of any type. 

Will water and snacks be available to 5K runners after the race?

Yes, the ASNV will provide complimentary water and healthy snacks post-race to all participants.

What does registration include?

Standard Wlk registration (ages 12+) includes:

• admittance to Autism Walk & Family Funfest, inluding our sensory-friendly Family Fun Zone and Resource Fair featuring local autism service providers
• a commemorative event t-shirt (kids ages 5 & under not included)
• swag bag

What is the registration price?

Registration price varies based on participation and age:

• Walkers:
  • Ages 12+ begins at $30, increasing in price over time. Race day registration will be available for $45.
  • Ages 6-12: $15
• Kids (Ages 5 & Under): $0
• Virtual Walk - Mailed Packet: $40

How do I start or join a team?

During registration, select and join an existing Team Fundraiser or create your own. If you want to join or create a team after registration, please reach out to director@asnv.org and we will be happy to assist you.

Do I have to register if I'm not walking in the event?

When is packet pick up?

Packet pick-up information:

• Date: TBD
• Time: TBD
• Location: TBD

If you are unable to pick up your packet before the walk, you may do so onsite before the race at the Registration and Information Tent.

Can I pick up a packet for someone else?

Yes! You are welcome to pick up packets for other participants and team members, but please be sure to coordinate in advance to avoid multiple trips and confusion. If you would like to pick up packets for a larger group, please email director@asnv.org in advance with the names to save time at packet pickup.

Can I purchase additional t-shirts or a celebration sign after I have already registered?

You can purchase Celebration Signs or additional T-Shirts as add-ons through your RunSignUp account. Please follow the steps below, and email director@asnv.org if you have any issues.

• Sign into RunSignUp and go to your profile
• View your events under "Upcoming Events"
• Select "Manage Registration"
• Scroll to the bottom and select "Add-On" on the left
• Edit the quantity of the add-on
• Select "Continue"

What is your refund policy?

Because the ASNV depends on this important fundraiser to support our local Autism community, it is not our policy to issue refunds to participants who are unable to attend or if the event has to be cancelled.

How do I find the URL to my fundraising page?

To find your page URL, click the profile icon in the upper right corner. Log in to your account, go to your profile, then scroll down until you see "Fundraising."  Right click to copy your fundraising URL. Be sure to include this link in your outreach for donations!

How do I edit my page and goal?

To edit your page and goal, click the profile icon in the upper right corner.  Log in to your account, go to your profile, then scroll down until you see "Fundraising."  Click "Edit Fundraiser" to edit the content, goal, or fundraising URL. We encourage you to customize your page and share your story & inspiration for participating!

How can people join my team?

People can join your team by clicking "Sign Up," and choosing your team name during registration.  You can also share the link to your team page and encourage team members to click the "join" button.

Can I fundraise on Facebook?

You can create a Facebook Fundraiser that connects to your page!  When logged into your RunSignUp account, visit your personal fundraiser page, scroll down, and click the "Create your Fundraiser on Facebook!" button.  This will create a fundraiser on your Facebook page that makes it quick and easy for friends and family to donate.

All donations made through the Facebook fundraiser will show up as part of your total on RunSignUp. You must go through your RunSignUp page to set up a fundraiser that connects; if you accidentally set one up through Facebook instead of RunSignUp, please reach out to director@asnv.org for assistance.

Please note that only personal fundraising pages can connect on Facebook; you will not be able to connect your team fundraising page. If you prefer not to connect your pages, you can share your link on Facebook and ask folks to visit your walk page to donate.

Is there a fundraising minimum to participate?

While there is no minimum fundraising amount to participate we hope you will consider asking your friends, family, and colleagues to contribute. The ASNV Autism Walk & Family Funfest is an opportunity to raise autism acceptance, community support, and funds for the ASNV.

Are donations tax-deductible?

Yes, as long as they’re donations made directly to your fundraising page, via checks made out to the “ASNV," or through Facebook. Donors will receive a tax acknowledgment letter from the ASNV via email from RunSignUp, through the mail for a check, or from Facebook directly for a Facebook donation.

Can matching gifts be applied to my fundraising total?

Yes, we will apply matching gifts to your fundraising total as soon as we have the official paperwork and it is approved by your company.

How can I apply cash or checks to my total?