Unleash your inner hero at the Hero 5K & Walk for Autism! As we fly through Autism Acceptance Month, don your superhero gear, gather your allies, and hit the pavement for a cause that needs a hero like you. Whether you run like the wind (5K) or prefer a leisurely stroll (Walk for Autism), every step you take transforms you into a real-life hero, making a lasting impact on the lives of autistic individuals and families across the Greater Hudson Region. 

Check back often for Hero 5k Race updates!

Entry fee:

$30 Early Bird through February 26th

$35 beginning February 27th

$40 Race Day, April 26th

Walkers: $10 - untimed individual or $20* per family. *Discounted rate will be automatically applied to qualifying carts at checkout.

REGISTRATION: Pre-registration encouraged and will remain open until Saturday, April 25 at Noon. Race day registration and packet pick up will be at the registration tent at Mohawk Harbor. Please arrive early 8:00 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. to pick up your packet with commemorative swag and avoid the crowd.

LOCATION: Mohawk Harbor, Harborside Drive, Schenectady, NY 12305.
Click here for directions and Click here for Google map

SUPPORT THE HERO 5K: Want to contribute but can't participate? Please visit our fundraising page and or sign-up here to volunteer.

- Become a SPONSOR or see more info for ​sponsorship opportunities​.

- We welcome in-kind goods and services from the community! Email communications@asghr.org for in-kind donations.

COURSE: See here (The numbered markings are the Course Marshal stations, not mile markers.)

PARKING: There is plenty of parking at Mohawk Harbor.

TIMING: GUN Time results using the ChronoTrack B-Tag, provided by Albany Running Exchange Event Productions

RESULTS: Will be available immediately after the race on AREEP Results page 

AGE GROUP & AWARDS: Awards will be given out immediately after the last finishers to top 3 M/F in three age groups (17 and under, 18-59, and 60+).

2026 Platinum Hero Sponsor

2026 Gold Hero Sponsors

2026 Silver Hero Sponsors

2026 Hero Champion Sponsors

2026 Hero Sidekick Sponsor

2026 Resource Table Sponsors

2026 Community Partners

Photo Booth

Capital Region Entertainment - NY Premium Photo booths

Roll-Out Activities(R) Mats

Fit & Fun Playscapes, LLC

Chair Massages by

Face Painting by

Premo Designs

Schenectady County Sheriff's Office

Saratoga Tents & Events

Volunteers

2026 Pre-Race Bib Pick-up

2026 Raffle Partners

CONTACT INFORMATION: Email communications@asghr.org or call 1 (833) 692-7447 with any questions.

ABOUT ASGHR: All proceeds will benefit Autism Society Greater Hudson Region, a 501(c)(3) organization which provides programs as well as referrals to partner organizations to fulfill the needs of individuals and families in 21 New York counties: Albany, Chenango, Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Orange, Otsego, Putnam, Rensselaer, Rockland, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Sullivan, Ulster, Warren, Washington and Westchester.