Superhero 5k
- Date
- October 31, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk · 1 Mile Fun Run · BATMAN (Presenting) & more
From the Organizer
Date: October 31, 2026
Event Schedule:
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8:00 AM - Festivities begin
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9:00 AM - 5K start time
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9:45 AM - 1 mile fun run start
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10:00 AM - Awards
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The Kids' Zone will be open from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Packet Pickup:
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Thursday, October 29 from 3:00 - 6:00 PM at the Kroc Center
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Friday, October 30 from 3:00 - 6:00 PM at the Kroc Center
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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:
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Timed 5K for runners and walkers of all levels
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Fun Run for our youngest heroes
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Prizes for top race finishers and best superhero costumes
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Kids’ Fun Zone (free for registered youth runners, race bibs serve as entry tickets; small fee for non-registered children)
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Local vendors with interactive, family-friendly activities
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Food vendors serving delicious options for the whole family
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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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
69°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greenville Dwtn Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Greenville, SC
Population
71,755
as of 2023
Elevation
927 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 87 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.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Superhero 5k?
- Superhero 5k is a running race held in Greenville, South Carolina on October 31, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Superhero 5k?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Greenville, South Carolina at 424 Westfield Street, Greenville, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Superhero 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Superhero 5k
Oct 31, 2026