The Autism Speaks Empower Walk + 5K Run is an uplifting celebration of community and progress, combining the spirit of the traditional Walk with the energy of a 5K run! Whether you’re walking, running, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Join us as we take bold steps toward a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. Come for the cause, stay for the community — and leave empowered.
To register prior to October 9, or for more information, please visit our official Empower Walk & 5K Run site.
Event Schedule:
Oct 11, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
10:20
$35.00
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Learn more about the host city, Wantagh.
Wantagh is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County, on Long Island, New York, United States. The population was 18,613 at the time of the 2020 census.
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Official finishing times from previous editions of Long Island Empower Walk & 5K Run.
| Place | Name | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Ian Fernandez | 30:49.4 | |
| 🥈 | Rachel Zacharczyk | 30:52.35 | |
| 🥉 | Nicole Christensen | 34:27.82 | |
| 4 | Yanosh Frindt | 35:15.14 | |
| 5 | Kimberly Kaufmann | 37:40.75 | |
| 6 | Sebastian Romero | 38:55.21 | |
| 7 | Muhammad Subhan | 39:11.82 | |
| 8 | Carlos Sandoval | 39:22.53 | |
| 9 | Emma Trivolis | 39:27.24 | |
| 10 | Bryanna Castera | 39:27.67 | |
| 11 | Hillary Kesner | 39:37.22 | |
| 12 | Jackie Ferrufino | 39:43.27 | |
| 13 | Juan Ferrufino | 40:34.72 | |
| 14 | Dante Persaud | 41:28.59 | |
| 15 | Donna Cantrell | 1:01:53.11 | |
| 16 | Danielle Motz | 1:01:54.61 |
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