
From the Organizer
Ryan's Run: Superhero 5K & Villain 10K
Presented by Eastern Dutchess Road Runners Club
Get Ready for an Epic Showdown!
NEW Location.
NEW Course.
BIGGER Challenge.
It’s the triumphant return of Ryan’s Run: Superhero 5K and the debut of the all-new Villain 10K!
Will you race for justice… or chaos?
🦸♂️ Suit Up & Pick Your Side
Conquer the streets of Pawling in this comic-book inspired race!
Come dressed as your favorite superhero or villain (optional) and bring the fun to life.
Don’t forget the FREE Kids Fun Run — perfect for your little sidekicks!
📍 Course Details
The race takes place on a 5K loop through the Town and Village of Pawling
Superhero 5K: 1 loop
Villain 10K: 2 loops
Kids Fun Run: short out and back distance in the park
Race Day Schedule
Kids Fun Run: 9:30 a.m.
Superhero 5K & Villain 10K: 10:00 a.m.
🎉 Who will win?
The battle begins October 19th!
💙 Charity
All proceeds benefit the Ryan McElroy Foundation.
Registration Fees
Superhero 5K:
$25 Non-Members
$20 Members
Race Day: $30 (Cash Only, No Giveaways)
Villain 10K:
$30 Non-Members
$25 Members
Race Day: $35 (Cash Only, No Giveaways)
Kids Fun Run: FREE (Ages 10 & under)
Join EDRRC to receive discounted pricing at EDRRC.org
Awards
5K & 10K Finisher Medals
(Must register by 10/13/26)
Top Overall Male, Female, and Non-Binary finishers, plus 1st Place in each age group:
Age Groups: Up to 9, 10–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+
Kids Fun Run: Small awards for all participants!
(NEW) Race Location
Lakeside Park
2 Lakeside Dr,
Pawling, NY 12564
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
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EDRRC - Ryan's Run Superhero 5k, Villain 10K and Kids (Free) Fun Run.
Oct 17, 2026