About this race
ALL PARTICIPANTS PLEASE READ:
Please join us for The Big Energy Walk! Long Island's 1st family-friendly, non-competitive 5K walk/run, held in partnership with the Suffolk County Chapter of CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder). CHADD's mission is to empower all people affected by ADHD through evidenced-based resources and education, unparalleled support, community connections and steadfast advocacy.
100% of the net proceeds will benefit the the Suffolk County Chapter of CHADD.
WHY WE WALK: An estimated 200,000+ children and adults on Long Island are living with ADHD. The Big Energy Walk was created to raise awareness, reduce stigma and connect families with support and resources.
LOCATION: Holtsville Ecology Center: 249 Buckley Rd, Holtsville, NY 11742
PARKING: FREE for all participants
DATE: Sunday October 18, 2026
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
8:00 AM: Check-in, T-shirt pickup & Raffle ticket purchase begins
8:45: Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:00 AM: 5K Walk/Run begins
11:00 AM: Raffle Winners Announced. Winners must be present to claim prizes.
WEATHER POLICY:
The Big Energy Walk is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of severe weather or conditions that may compromise safety, event organizers reserve the right to delay, modify, reschedule or cancel the event.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
- Advanced registration is required. No registration will be available on race day.
- Registration closes Saturday October 17th at 8 pm.
- Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Due to event planning and operational cost, refunds cannot be provided.
PRICING TIERS:
Early Registration: July 1st-July 31st- Adults and children ages 13 years old & up: $25.
Children ages 5-12 years old: $15. Children ages 4 years old & under: FREE.
*Plus applicable processing fees.
Regular Registration: August 1st- September 29th- Adults and children ages 13 years old & up: $30
Children ages 5-12 years old: $20. Children 4 years old & under: FREE.
*Plus applicable processing fees.
Late Registration: September 30th-October 17th- Adults and children ages 13 years old & up: $35
Children ages 5-12 years old: $25. Children 4 years old & under: FREE
*Plus applicable processing fees.
- Complimentary event T-shirts are guaranteed for participants ages 5 & up who register by September 29, 2026.
- T-Shirts will be distributed at the event.
- This event will not be timed and is non-competitive
Questions? Please email TheBigEnergyWalk@gmail.com
The Big Energy Walk is an independently organized community event benefiting CHADD of Suffolk County. 100% net proceeds will be donated to CHADD of Suffolk County. CHADD of Suffolk County Website
Location
Holtsville, NY