CASA Superhero 5K and Kids 1 Mile

  • Date Sat 1st November 2025
  • Time 10:00AM EDT
  • Location Lynchburg, Virginia
  • Price $19.55 - $38.10
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the 11th Annual CASA Superhero Run on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in beautiful Lynchburg, Virginia! This exciting event features a 5K run and walk, as well as a fun-filled Kids 1 Mile Fun Run, all while supporting CASA of Central Virginia's mission to advocate for children in foster care.

The 5K Run, starting at 10:00 AM, is perfect for those who embody the speed of The Flash or the focus of a Jedi, offering a professionally timed race with a fantastic race shirt or cape, swag bag, and a finisher medal. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, the 5K Walk kicks off at 10:05 AM, allowing participants to enjoy the scenery while still officially recording their time. Kids aged 12 and under can join the adventure in the untimed Kids 1 Mile Fun Run beginning at 11:45 AM, where they'll earn their own capes and finisher medals as they race through the galaxy.

Whether you're a speedy hero, a mindful walker, or a Couch Crusader supporting from home, there's something for everyone at this family-friendly event. Be sure to register early to secure your spot in this

Organiser's Description

star THE 11TH ANNUAL CASA SUPERHERO RUN

Powered by CMAs Lynchburg Dealerships
Registration opens May the 4th because the Force is strong with CASA.

Its time to suit up and choose your sidecape or cloak, superhero or Jedi, Rebel or Resistance. Whether you're flying solo like the Millennium Falcon or bringing your whole crew of defenders, this high-energy, family-friendly event benefits CASA of Central Virginia and supports our mission to advocate for children in foster care.

From the swiftest runners in the galaxy to our legendary Couch Crusaders, there's a place in this adventure for everyone.


male sign 5K RUN: LIGHTSPEED HEROES

For those with the speed of The Flash and the focus of a Jedi, our 5K run is professionally timed and packed with power. Runners will receive a race shirt (or cape), swag bag, and finisher medal. May the Force be with you as you take off at 10:00 AM from the Percivals Island Trail launchpad in downtown Lynchburg.
Note: Start time is slightly later to account for early morning frost on the bridgeturns out even Jedi tread carefully on icy terrain.


female sign 5K WALK: JEDI PATHFINDERS

Prefer to take your mission at a more mindful pace? Our 5K Walk is perfect for walkers who want to suit up and support CASA while enjoying the journey. Youll still receive a shirt or cape, swag bag, and finisher medal, and your time will be officially recorded.
Start time is 10:05 AM.
(No age group awardsthis is a non-competitive walk through the galaxy.)

Combined race cap of 550 across 5K run and walk eventssecure your place in the rebel fleet before registration closes!


male sign KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN: YOUNGLINGS IN TRAINING

Calling all Padawans (ages 12 and under)! Your mission: complete the 1-mile course and earn your cape and finisher medal. Training begins nowby race day, youll be ready to sprint through hyperspace!
The fun run is untimed and begins at 11:45 AM from Percivals Island Trail.

Wave 1 - Younglings (Ages 12 years old & younger), ADULTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO RUN WITH THEIR CHILD IN WAVE 1. PARENTS, BE SURE TO PICK UP YOUR SECURITY BRACELET FOR CHILD CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT AT PACKET PICKUP.

Wave 2 - Younglings (12 & under) and a parent (no parent registration needed), may run/walk alongside their young Jedi.* PARENTS, BE SURE TO PICK UP YOUR SECURITY BRACELET FOR CHILD CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT AT PACKET PICKUP.

Wave 3: Strollers and a parent or guardian (no parent registration needed)*

*One additional parent/guardian can be added to a registration with the purchase of a ticket ($5.00) made during registration.

warning Race cap: The combined race cap for the Kids 1 Mile Fun Run is 250. Sign up early to secure your spot in the Jedi Academy!

Please note that the Kids 1 Mile Fun Run is not a timed event. The starting time for each wave will be approximately 1 minute apart.


0.0 MILE COUCH CRUSADER: STAY ON YOUR STAR DESTROYER

Would you rather support the cause from the comfort of your own Death Star? We get itevery galaxy needs a Couch Crusader. Get a shirt and swag bag sent straight to your docking bay, no hyperdrive required. All you have to do is relax and feel good about supporting CASA!

Races

  • 5k Run

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed Deadline 10/8)

    Sat 1st November 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    $38.10

    HEALTHY YOUTH RUNNING & DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES - In the interest of promoting healthy youth running and development in our community, please consider the recommended and researched youth running guidelines provided by the Lynchburg Road Runners Club. These were developed after considering the recommendations of the Cleveland Clinic and guidelines of the Road Runners Club of America pertaining to healthy ages for youth participation in races. 3.1 Mile Run 8 and over
  • Assisted Participant 5K

    Incl. $2.05 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed Deadline 10/8)

    Sat 1st November 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    $19.55

    Assisted athletes with disabilities are welcome. Both the assisted athlete and the pusher must register and sign the waiver but will each only pay half price for registration. Please register as an assisted athlete team to get your discount. Assisted athletes will have a 3-5 minute advance start for course safety purposes. On race day, please go to the front of the starting line and our team will get you lined up. We will also have several parking spaces reserved near the event. Please look for our parking attendants and let them know you are an assisted athlete team.
  • 5k Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed Deadline 10/8)

    Sat 1st November 2025 (10:05AM EDT)

    $38.10

  • Kids 1 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Cape Guaranteed Deadline 10/8)

    Sat 1st November 2025 (11:45AM EDT)

    $22.20

    A 1 Mile Run for children up to 12 yrs. old. There will be 3 waves to choose from when registering. Wave 1 for children only, Wave 2 for children and a parent/guardian, Wave 3 for a strollers and a parent /guardian Participants can add one additional parent /guardian (i.e. Wave 2 & 3) by purchasing a ticket during registration. Parents - just be sure to pick up your security bracelet for child check-in/check-out at packet pickup.
  • Couch Crusader - 0.0 Mile Run / Walk

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed Deadline 10/8)

    $32.80

    No exercise necessary for a Couch Crusader! You can lounge on your couch and watch superhero movies while still supporting CASA! Your entry fee is a great way to support CASA and you even get a Superhero t-shirt or cape! See race details for more info.

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1200 Concord Turnpike, Percival's Island Trail, Lynchburg, 24504, VA, United States

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