Waisman Whirl

press release: Join the Waisman Center for the fourth annual Waisman Whirl 10k, 5k and 1 mile Run, Walk & Roll for All Abilities. The event will start and finish at the Waisman Center, 1500 Highland Ave. Proceeds benefit individuals and families affected by developmental disabilities and neurodegenerative diseases.

The 10K & 5K routes depart from the Waisman Center and travel east on Observatory Drive to Allen Centennial Garden. The 5K course turns north to the lakeshore path for the return to the Waisman Center. The 10K course continues through campus before turning onto the lakeshore path for the return to the Waisman Center.The course is wheelchair accessible.

Additional options include a 1 mile Walk & Roll starting and ending at the Waisman Center and a Kids' Fun Run in the Waisman Discovery Garden.

• To Register: 2019 Waisman Whirl Registration Note: Online registration closes at 4:00 pm on Friday, October 4, 2019. Same day, on-site registration available beginning 9 am on October 6, 2019.

The run/walk/roll starts at 10:00 a.m. There will be kids’ activities in the Discovery Garden beginning at 9:00 a.m. that include face-painting and arts and crafts projects.

PACKET PICK-UP: Packets with bib numbers and t-shirts can be picked up in the main entrance of the Waisman Center on Friday, October 4 between 4:00-5:30 p.m.

$25-$35, adults; $25, students; $10, Kids Fun Run. (add $5 after 9/20)

Register by September 20 to guarantee a t-shirt in your size. All registrations are non-refundable. Both an online and hard copy waiver are required. Note: Escorts for hand-pushed wheelchair or disabled participants do not have to pay entry fee but must fill out and submit waiver.

Directions: Turn North from University Avenue at the intersection of University Bay Drive and Farley Avenue; continue over the hill onto Highland Avenue. The Waisman Center is down the hill on the left. Enter parking lot by athletic fields. Free parking in lots 76 & 60. Free accessible parking in lot 82.

Weather: The run, walk, and roll takes place rain or shine. In case of severe weather, the race director reserves the right to cancel the event. No pets allowed. Service animals are welcome.

Pledge Form: To collect donations for the Waisman Whirl, download this form. Make sure that checks are payable to the Friends of the Waisman Center and that you bring the form and contributions when you attend the Waisman Whirl.

• 10k Run & Roll – 10k Route Map (pdf)
• 5k Run, Walk & Roll – 5k Route Map (pdf)
• 1 Mile Walk & Roll – 1 Mile Route Map (pdf)