April 24th 2027
Freedom Park Eden, NCCommunity day & 5K
A day where our entire community comes together to celebrate inclusion, raise awareness, and support local autism families.
About the Event
Acts 4 Autism Community Day & 5K is our signature annual fundraiser and community celebration. Designed for individuals of all abilities, this family-friendly event brings together local businesses, community organizations, and families for a day filled with fun, education, and connection.
Every registration, sponsorship, and donation directly supports Acts 4 Autism's mission to provide programs, resources, and inclusive opportunities for individuals with autism and their families throughout Rockingham County.
why it matters
Community Day is about more than crossing a finish line.
It's about building a community where individuals with autism are seen, valued, and included. Every person who attends helps raise awareness, supports local families, and creates opportunities for meaningful connections that extend far beyond a single day.
By bringing families, businesses, organizations, and community members together, we're creating a place where understanding grows, friendships are formed, and everyone has a chance to be part of something bigger. Together, we're building a more inclusive community—one that continues to make a difference long after the event is over.
event Highlights
🏃 Timed 5K & Fun Run
🎈 Kids Activities
🫧 Sensory-Friendly Spaces
🤝 Community Resource Fair
🍔 Food Trucks & Vendors
🎶 Live Entertainment
🎨 Family Activities
🏅 Awards & Giveaways
Looking back at 2026
Our inaugural Acts 4 Autism Community Day & 5K exceeded every expectation. Families, businesses, volunteers, runners, and community partners came together with one shared purpose—to create a more inclusive and supportive community for individuals with autism.
From the starting line of the 5K to the final conversations at Community Day, the impact extended far beyond the event itself. New friendships were formed, families discovered valuable resources, businesses showed their support, and our community took another step toward greater understanding and inclusion.
Save the Date
April 24th, 2027
Planning is already underway, and we can't wait to welcome our community back for another incredible day of connection, inclusion, and fun.
We're already dreaming bigger for next year with more activities, more community partners, more opportunities to connect, and even more ways to celebrate individuals with autism and their families. Whether you're joining us as a participant, volunteer, vendor, sponsor, or supporter, we'd love for you to be part of what we're building.
Mark your calendars now—we'll see you next spring!
2026 by the numbers
🏃 89 5K Participants
🤝 8 Autism Resource Partners
🛍️ 24 Local Vendors
🍔 5 Food & Beverage Vendors
🙋 50+ Volunteers
👨👩👧👦 Hundreds Community Members in Attendance
💙 1 Community United for Inclusion
Thank you to our sponsors & Partners
Our inaugural Community Day & 5K was just the beginning. As we look toward next year's event, we're excited to welcome even more families, community partners, sponsors, and volunteers as we continue growing this tradition. Together, we're building an event that celebrates inclusion, strengthens our community, and creates lasting impact for individuals with autism and their families.
looking ahead
Every dollar raised through Community Day & 5K helps Acts 4 Autism continue providing free Family Connect events, sensory-friendly experiences, community outreach, and resources for local families while moving us closer to our vision of a permanent autism resource hub in Rockingham County.