Aut2Run for Autism (15K, 5K, 10K, Fun-K, 1 Mile & Virtual Race)

We are excited to welcome you back to an in-person Aut2Run at California State University Channel Islands on Sunday, April 26th, 2026! For those of you who can't experience Aut2Run in-person, but would still like to support Autism Society Ventura County, we will be offering a virtual option for you to participate in. This year is extra special to us as we celebrate Aut2Run's 14th anniversary!

100% of the proceeds from Aut2Run go directly towards fulfilling Autism Society Ventura County's (ASVC) mission to create connections, empowering all with Autism to live fully. ASVC works to promote lifelong access and opportunity for all individuals within the autism spectrum and their families to be fully included members of the community. They achieve this through education, advocacy, a variety of programs, increasing public awareness, and collaboration with other agencies.

ASVC programs are primarily for individuals, families and caregivers who have people in their lives with autism of all ages. We also collaborate with service providers, agency staff, educators and teachers, and professionals who are interested in furthering the mission of ASVC. Their programs are open to any individual, family, or community member impacted by autism. Our Board consists of all dedicated volunteers.

In-Person Race Information: 

10K (1/2 Road & 1/2 Trail) Run - 7:00am Please note, we have a strict course time limit for the 10K. All participants must be able to complete the 10K in 75 minutes (that is a 12 minute per mile pace).  If you do not reach the University Park Entrance (heading back to the South Quad after the trail loop) in 54 minutes, you will be transported to where the 5K joins in at Channel Islands Dr and will receive a DNF (Did Not Finish).
5K Run/Walk - 8:45am
1 Mile Run/Walk - 10:15am
Fun-K - 10:45am This event is for children under age 12 and for adults with special needs and their caregivers. Limited to 300 participants.
15K Hero Run - Participants run both the 10K and 5K events separately. The times from the two races will be combined to give you your 15K results. 

Virtual Race Information & Instructions:
Please choose a local safe route (since this event is virtual you can run​ or walk anywhere you like, we recommend a place that is safe with limited interruptions).
Please follow all local laws, stop at all lights, stop signs and be careful when you cross at any cross walk. ​Please be aware of your surroundings and be cautious as you will not be running or walking on a closed course. We cannot emphasize this enough. 
Maintain, at an absolute minimum, 6ft between you and anyone else not in your household.

Your race packet will be mailed to you the week of the race. 

Tracking your Virtual Race Distance:

Please use a GPS watch or phone with a GPS app (Strava or RunKeeper or two good ones) to track your time and distance. Upon completion you will then add your distance and time onto https://www.aut2run.org/Race/Results/2323#resultSetId-289928;perpage:100 anytime between April 18th and May 1st. Please note, submissions are based on the honor system and there are not awards for the virtual run. 

Packet Pick Up Information:

We highly recommend that all race participants pick up their packets on Saturday!!

Saturday Packet Pickup will help you avoid VERY long lines and reduce anxiety on race morning. The race packet consists of your required race bib, t-shirt, and goodie bag. 

• Saturday, April 25th 9:00am - 1:00pm at California State University Channel Islands (South Quad)
• Sunday, April 26th 6:00am - 10:45am at  California State University Channel Islands (South Quad)
  • Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your event start time. Expect lines at race morning packet pick up.

For more info on the Aut2Run event go to http://www.aut2run.org/          
For more info on ASVC go to http://www.autismventura.org/

To visit our Donation Gift Store please click here https://squareup.com/store/autism-society-ventura-county

Please consider making a donation and raising funds to benefit Autism support in Ventura County!

ALL registered finishers will receive one of our unique finisher medals and a soft event t-shirt.  Additional t-shirts, hats and other items are available for purchase in limited quantities at the event.

Make sure to use #Aut2Run!