Superhero 5k

Race Overview: A race coming up on 2026-10-31 in Greenville, SC. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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Race data last checked: 2026-03-15

Race Overview:

Date: October 31, 2026
Event Schedule:
  • 8:00 AM – Festivities begin
  • 9:00 AM – 5K start time
  • 9:45 AM – 1 mile fun run start
  • 10:00 AM – Awards
  • The Kids' Zone will be open from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Packet Pickup:
  • Thursday, October 29 from 3:00 – 6:00 PM at the Kroc Center
  • Friday, October 30 from 3:00 – 6:00 PM at the Kroc Center
  • Saturday morning from 7:30 – 8:30 AM?

Shirts: shirts will be available for purchase but registration does not include a shirt.

 

Course Map HERE

Description of the event:

Grab your cape and lace up your sneakers. It’s time to be a hero for local kids! 
The Superhero 5K & Fun Run is a family-friendly fundraising event benefiting the Red Shield Youth Center. Every step you take helps provide a safe, supportive space where youth can learn, grow, and thrive. 

Event Highlights:

  • Timed 5K for runners and walkers of all levels
  • Fun Run for our youngest heroes
  • Prizes for top race finishers and best superhero costumes
  • Kids’ Fun Zone (free for registered youth runners, race bibs serve as entry tickets; small fee for non-registered children)
  • Local vendors with interactive, family-friendly activities
  • Food vendors serving delicious options for the whole family
  • Whether you’re racing, walking, dressing up, or just coming to enjoy the festivities, this event offers something for everyone. 
Your participation supports after-school programs, mentorship, academic support, and enriching experiences for the incredible youth we serve. 
Be a hero. Make an impact. Join the mission.

Pricing Schedule:

  • Early Bird Registration (Launch – March 31) – $25 
  • Standard Registration (April 1 – August 31) – $35
  • Late Registration (September 1 – October 28) – $45
  • In-Person Registration (Packet Pickup dates and October 31) – $55
  • Kids fun run + fun zone access: $15
  • Fun Zone only: $5 per person (in person; must be accompanied by an adult)
  • Red Shield Youth Center kids should be able to register for free.
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