Helen's 5K Run/Walk 2026
Join us for Helen's 5K Run/Walk, an event supporting individuals who are blind, DeafBlind, or have low vision. Participate in person or virtually and make a lasting impact.
In Person Event
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Location: Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point, NY
Time: Check-in & Registration: 7:45 - 9:00 am (Official Start: 9:30 am EST)
Course: USATF Certified 5K
Registration Fee: $35; $25 for ages 1-17
Virtual Event
Dates: September 14 through September 26, 2026
Location: Anywhere in the Nation
Activity: Walk, run, or roll in your community.
Registration Fee: $35; $25 for ages 1-17
Registration & T-shirt Information
Register by September 1st to guarantee T-shirt size for the in-person event. T-shirts are not guaranteed for same-day registration.
Causes Supported
Destiny Home: Supports the only group home in New York State for individuals who are DeafBlind with intellectual disabilities.
Advancing Communication Access at HKNC: Funds support interpreting and SSP services, essential for DeafBlind individuals' independence.
Fundraising & Teams
Become a Champion for Independence by participating in peer-to-peer fundraising. Form individual or corporate teams to multiply your impact.
Award Categories
Awards for Overall Male and Female finishers, first physically challenged finishers, DeafBlind finishers, Blind/Low-Vision finishers, age categories, and military/veterans.
About Helen Keller Services (HKS)
HKS is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing programs and services through Helen Keller National Center for DeafBlind Youths and Adults (HKNC) and Helen Keller Services for the Blind (HKSB).
REGISTER TODAY!