
SUPER HERO 5K is a running race on February 27, 2027 in Cartersville, GA, with an entry fee of $30.
Join us for the 2nd. Annual Running of the "SUPER HERO 5K" in support of 'Helping Hands for Bartow Kids' (HHBK).
We encourage runners to dress as their favorite Super Hero! As each of you are a hero to the children of Bartow County!
Together We Can Make a Difference!
WHO ARE YOU SUPPORTING?
Helping Hands for Bartow Kids (HHBK) provides comprehensive support and opportunities to children in Bartow County, while empowering them to achieve their full potential. Through educational programs, healthcare initiatives, and vital social services, we aim to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and build a brighter future.
Race Location: The race Start & Finish Line(s) are located in the City of Cartersville Parks & Recreation Department’s Senior Aquatic Center at Sam Smith Park (1155 Douthit Ferry Rd. Cartersville, GA 30121.) Runners will utilize the rolling pathways of Sam Smith Park as well as the surrounding surface streets. (Yes...we know there is some construction taking place in the park - but we have a plan for that!)
Race Start Time: 9:00 a.m., Saturday, February 27, 2027
What to Bring: Non-perishable food & hygiene products for Allatoona Resource Center and Red Door Food Pantry
What to Wear: Dress as your favorite SUPER HERO!
Pre-Registration Packet Pick Up: Packets will be available for pick-up Friday, February 26th, from 10am-6pm at the Helping Hands for Bartow's Kids office located at 115 W Cherokee Ave Suite 200 (i.e. the old "Gold Dome" Bartow County Courthouse, 2nd floor). Note: Packets will be available on race day morning but we encourage everyone to come Friday if possible to shorten the lines on race day morning!
*** Race swag is not guaranteed for those who register on race day. ***
Awards Ceremony: 10:00 a.m. adjacent to the Sam Smith Park Sr. Aquatic Center near the Finish Line!
Awards: Awards to top 3 Overall Male & Female; Overall Masters Male & Female; Medals to top 3 in each category: (10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70 & over)
We look forward to you joining us for this "Super" Exciting Year 2 Race! This is a Rain or Shine Event!
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
62°
Typical Low
33°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cartersville, 2 mi from the venue.
Population
23,617
as of 2023
City Elevation
769 ft
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 36 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 44 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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SUPER HERO 5K
Feb 27, 2027