For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Carbondale, Illinois
- Price $28.42
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the thrilling 13th annual For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in Carbondale, Jackson, at the scenic Turley Park! This hybrid event kicks off at 9 AM, inviting participants to either race in person or take part virtually from anywhere in the universe. Lace up your running shoes for this exciting 5K, where every step you take helps support children, orphans, and families in need across Bangladesh, The Gambia, and Southern Illinois.
Be a superhero by fundraising to provide essential resources like food, clothing, and education for those who need it most. Pre-register by September 4th to secure your event t-shirt—adults can register for just $25, while kids (17 and under) can join for only $15! Participants can look forward to race packet pick-up on September 19th, and day-of registration opens at 8 AM. Compete for exciting prizes, including awards for the fastest times, best superhero costumes, and fundraising achievements. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—sign up and be a hero for kids!
Be a superhero by fundraising to provide essential resources like food, clothing, and education for those who need it most. Pre-register by September 4th to secure your event t-shirt—adults can register for just $25, while kids (17 and under) can join for only $15! Participants can look forward to race packet pick-up on September 19th, and day-of registration opens at 8 AM. Compete for exciting prizes, including awards for the fastest times, best superhero costumes, and fundraising achievements. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—sign up and be a hero for kids!
Organiser's Description
The 13th For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K is back! This year's Superhero 5K will be a hybrid race - you can join us at the starting line on Saturday, September 20, at 9am at Turley Park (1010 N. Glenview Dr, Carbondale, IL) or run/walk anywhere in the universe!
Superheroes save lives, which is exactly what you do when you participate in this race. All proceeds support, educate, and empower children, orphans, students, and families with the basic necessities of food, clothing, shelter, healthcare and education in Bangladesh, The Gambia, and Southern Illinois. Be a true Superhero, and fundraise for the kids here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/48922/BecomeFundraiser
SAVE THE KIDS! Raise $350+ to provide basic needs & education for kids and you'll receive an FKSI Carhartt backpack!
PRE-REGISTER BY THURSDAY, SEPT. 4TH TO GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT; ADULTS $25, KIDS $15 (17 & UNDER)
Race packet pick-up: Friday, Sept 19, 5-6pm at Turley Park in Carbondale, IL OR shipping available
DAY OF REGISTRATION opens at 8:00am; t-shirts available while supplies last
WIN PRIZES for Most Money Raised, Fastest Times, Best Superhero Costumes, and more
WIN RACE AWARDS for 1st and 2nd place in each 5-year age category (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, 65-99
RUN/WALK the certified Superhero 5K course in-person on Sept. 20 with chip timing by To The Finish OR run/walk your 5K anywhere in the galaxy and log results on the race website
Superheroes save lives, which is exactly what you do when you participate in this race. All proceeds support, educate, and empower children, orphans, students, and families with the basic necessities of food, clothing, shelter, healthcare and education in Bangladesh, The Gambia, and Southern Illinois. Be a true Superhero, and fundraise for the kids here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/48922/BecomeFundraiser
SAVE THE KIDS! Raise $350+ to provide basic needs & education for kids and you'll receive an FKSI Carhartt backpack!
PRE-REGISTER BY THURSDAY, SEPT. 4TH TO GUARANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT; ADULTS $25, KIDS $15 (17 & UNDER)
Race packet pick-up: Friday, Sept 19, 5-6pm at Turley Park in Carbondale, IL OR shipping available
DAY OF REGISTRATION opens at 8:00am; t-shirts available while supplies last
WIN PRIZES for Most Money Raised, Fastest Times, Best Superhero Costumes, and more
WIN RACE AWARDS for 1st and 2nd place in each 5-year age category (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, 65-99
RUN/WALK the certified Superhero 5K course in-person on Sept. 20 with chip timing by To The Finish OR run/walk your 5K anywhere in the galaxy and log results on the race website
Races
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For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.42 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$28.42
CLOSEDRun/walk with other Superheroes on Saturday, Sep. 20 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
CLOSEDRun or walk your 5K anywhere in the Galaxy! Registration - Adults $25, Kids $15 (17 & Under) *Price reflected when registered
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