2026 Tyler Run for Autism - 15th Annual

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT

Location: Tyler, TX; Pollard UMC, 3030 New Copeland Road, 75701
Type: RUN

Official registration Past results (if available)

At a glance

Run for a cause at this high-energy community event, where 100% of proceeds help local children with autism access vital treatment.

Fun
Competitive
For a Cause

Who it's for

Military & First Responders

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the 15th Annual Tyler Run for Autism, a high-energy community event dedicated to supporting local children with autism. This race is fully sponsored, ensuring that 100% of all proceeds directly fund critical medical treatments through the Treatment and Learning Center for Children with Autism. Participate in the 10K, 5K, or 1 Mile event, enjoy a vibrant post-race vendor fair, and contribute to a meaningful cause.

What to expect

Support a vital cause with your registration.
Receive an event shirt and a finisher medal.
Enjoy chip-timed 5K and 10K races, plus a post-race vendor fair.

Standout details

100% of proceeds support children with autism
High energy community event
Post-race vendor fair
Awards for overall, age group, and largest team

Perks & features

Awards
Medal
Shirt
Swag Included

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 8:40 AM CDT · From $27.50
Opens Apr 29, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 8:35 AM CDT · From $48.70
Opens Apr 29, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
6.2 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 8:30 AM CDT · From $69.90
Opens Apr 29, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

The course

Road
Flat
Timed race

Difficulty

Easygoing

Flat road course

10K distance, mostly paved, flat area

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

TRA is a high energy, community event for all! We were founded in 2012 in order to help local children with autism afford critical medical treatment. Our event is fully sponsored so that 100% of proceeds can go to children enrolled at the Treatment and Learning Center for Children with Autism.

Please note, only paid registrants will receive a swag bag and race day t-shirts, so register today!

#whodoyourunfor #TRA2026

Your registration includes:

First and foremost, a donation to our cause (thank you!) Event shirt Finisher medal Chip time, 5K & 10K only An amazing post-race vendor fair Overall and age group awards for 5K & 10K events Largest team award (New this year!✨) and more! EVENT SCHEDULE

Packet Pickup

Friday, April 10, 2025

Bubba's 33, 4504 S. Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75701

11AM - 6PM

All waivers must be signed before packets can be released.

Race Day Schedule

7:00am-8:00am Packet Pickup

All waivers must be signed before packets can be released.

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

COURSE INFORMATION

Course details can be found online on our website, www.tylerrunforautism.com, and will be featured on our Facebook page for your convenience. Tyler Police, volunteers, directional signage, and other resources will be present on course for your safety. Expect mostly asphalt terrain.

ARRIVAL & PARKING INFORMATION

Please arrive with plenty of time before opening ceremonies, which start at 8am. There are both parking lot and street parking available on or near race location.

FAQs

Please visit us online for frequently asked questions at https://www.tylerrunforautism.com/faq.

Thank you so much for your support of TRA!

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