For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Carbondale, Illinois
- Price $28.42
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to unleash your inner superhero at the 14th For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in Carbondale, Illinois! Taking place at Turley Park, this exciting event invites participants of all ages to run or walk a certified 5K course while supporting a noble cause. Whether you choose to join us in person or take part virtually from anywhere in the world, every step you take helps provide essential resources like food, clothing, and education to children and families in Southern Illinois, Bangladesh, and The Gambia.
Festivities kick off at 8:00 AM, with the race starting at 9:00 AM, and there are fantastic awards and prizes to be won! Compete for top spots in various age divisions, showcase your best superhero costume, or even bring your pet along for the fun! Plus, when you raise $350 or more, you’ll receive an exclusive FKSI Stanley Cup. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while celebrating community and camaraderie. Gather your team, grab your cape, and sign up today to be a superhero for the kids!
Festivities kick off at 8:00 AM, with the race starting at 9:00 AM, and there are fantastic awards and prizes to be won! Compete for top spots in various age divisions, showcase your best superhero costume, or even bring your pet along for the fun! Plus, when you raise $350 or more, you’ll receive an exclusive FKSI Stanley Cup. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while celebrating community and camaraderie. Gather your team, grab your cape, and sign up today to be a superhero for the kids!
Organiser's Description
14TH FOR KIDS' SAKE INTERNATIONAL (FKSI) SUPERHERO 5K RUN/WALK
Calling all superheroes! Join FKSI's 14th Superhero 5K Run/Walk on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026. Whether you race in-person at TURLEY PARK IN CARBONDALE, ILLINOIS, or complete your 5K virtually from anywhere in the universe, every step helps change lives.
When you participate, you're helping provide food, clothing, shelter, healthcare, education, and opportunities to children and families in SOUTHERN ILLINOIS, BANGLADESH AND THE GAMBIA. Every registration supports FKSI's mission to support, educate and empower those in need.
JOIN OUR FUNDRAISING CHALLENGE: BE A SUPERHERO FOR THE KIDS!
Raise $350 OR MORE and receive a great FKSI Stanley Cup. Take your impact even further by becoming a fundraiser and rallying your friends and family to support the kids. Sign up here to become a fundraiser: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/48922/BecomeFundraiser
RACE INFORMATION
* DATE: Saturday, September 19, 2026
* LOCATION: Turley Park, 1010 N. Glenview Dr., Carbondale, IL
* DAY-OF REGISTRATION AND FESTIVITIES: Opens at 8:00 AM
* RACE START TIME: 9:00 AM
* PARTICIPATION OPTIONS: In-Person or Virtual
REGISTRATION
* Adults: $25
* Kids (17 & under): $15
* Pre-Register by MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 to guarantee your event t-shirt.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP
* FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 5:00 PM - 6:00 pm at Turley Park (Shipping available for virtual participants)
* DAY OF REGISTRATION opens at 8:00am; t-shirts available while supplies last
AWARDS & PRIZES
* 1ST & 2ND PLACE AWARDS in each 5-year category age division (In-person only)
* (1-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+)
* Win PRIZES for:
* Top Fundraisers
* Fastest Times
* Best Superhero Costumes
* Best Dressed Pet
* And More!
RACE OPTIONS
* RUN OR WALK the certified Superhero 5K course with chip timing by To The Finish OR complete your 5K virtually and submit your results online on the race website.
_GRAB YOUR CAPE & GATHER YOUR TEAM. __JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE - ONE STEP AT A TIME!_
Calling all superheroes! Join FKSI's 14th Superhero 5K Run/Walk on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026. Whether you race in-person at TURLEY PARK IN CARBONDALE, ILLINOIS, or complete your 5K virtually from anywhere in the universe, every step helps change lives.
When you participate, you're helping provide food, clothing, shelter, healthcare, education, and opportunities to children and families in SOUTHERN ILLINOIS, BANGLADESH AND THE GAMBIA. Every registration supports FKSI's mission to support, educate and empower those in need.
JOIN OUR FUNDRAISING CHALLENGE: BE A SUPERHERO FOR THE KIDS!
Raise $350 OR MORE and receive a great FKSI Stanley Cup. Take your impact even further by becoming a fundraiser and rallying your friends and family to support the kids. Sign up here to become a fundraiser: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/48922/BecomeFundraiser
RACE INFORMATION
* DATE: Saturday, September 19, 2026
* LOCATION: Turley Park, 1010 N. Glenview Dr., Carbondale, IL
* DAY-OF REGISTRATION AND FESTIVITIES: Opens at 8:00 AM
* RACE START TIME: 9:00 AM
* PARTICIPATION OPTIONS: In-Person or Virtual
REGISTRATION
* Adults: $25
* Kids (17 & under): $15
* Pre-Register by MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 to guarantee your event t-shirt.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP
* FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 5:00 PM - 6:00 pm at Turley Park (Shipping available for virtual participants)
* DAY OF REGISTRATION opens at 8:00am; t-shirts available while supplies last
AWARDS & PRIZES
* 1ST & 2ND PLACE AWARDS in each 5-year category age division (In-person only)
* (1-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+)
* Win PRIZES for:
* Top Fundraisers
* Fastest Times
* Best Superhero Costumes
* Best Dressed Pet
* And More!
RACE OPTIONS
* RUN OR WALK the certified Superhero 5K course with chip timing by To The Finish OR complete your 5K virtually and submit your results online on the race website.
_GRAB YOUR CAPE & GATHER YOUR TEAM. __JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE - ONE STEP AT A TIME!_
Races
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For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.42 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$28.42
Run/Walk among Superheroes on Saturday, Sep. 19 at 9am at Turley Park (1010 N. Glenview Dr, Carbondale, IL). Registration - Adults $25 Kids $15 (17 & Under) *Price reflected when registered -
Virtual for Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.42 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.42
Run or walk your 5K anywhere in the Galaxy! Registration - Adults $25, Kids $15 (17 & Under) *Price reflected when registered
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