Hero-Up 5K and Kids' Race and Virtual 5K
- Date Sat 5th September 2026 - Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Tigard, Oregon
- Price Free - $38.35
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for a cause at the Hero-Up 5K and Kids' Race, taking place in Tigard, Washington, on September 5, 2026! This exciting event, held at Cook Park, is not just a race; it's a superhero-themed celebration dedicated to supporting children's cancer research. Participants can choose between a fun-filled 5K run or a special Kids' Race, along with a virtual 5K option for those who prefer to run from their own neighborhood.
With 100% of net proceeds going directly to vital research efforts, this event is a fantastic way to make a difference in the lives of children battling cancer. Be sure to register by August 4th to secure your race shirt and join fellow heroes in this noble endeavor. Plus, you’ll have the chance to submit your virtual results from September 5 to September 19, making it easy to join in the fun and competition. Help us reach our goal of increasing our donations, which have totaled an impressive $888,500 over the past 12 years, and make a lasting impact for children's cancer research. Don your cape and mask, and be part of the Hero-Up movement!
With 100% of net proceeds going directly to vital research efforts, this event is a fantastic way to make a difference in the lives of children battling cancer. Be sure to register by August 4th to secure your race shirt and join fellow heroes in this noble endeavor. Plus, you’ll have the chance to submit your virtual results from September 5 to September 19, making it easy to join in the fun and competition. Help us reach our goal of increasing our donations, which have totaled an impressive $888,500 over the past 12 years, and make a lasting impact for children's cancer research. Don your cape and mask, and be part of the Hero-Up movement!
Organiser's Description
2025 Results are HERE [https://www.hubertiming.com/results/2024HeroUp]
Welcome back!!! On September 5, 2026 we invite you to lace up your running shoes, don your cape and mask, and pound the pavement for Children's Cancer Research! 100% of race net proceeds go to children's cancer research. We are so glad to welcome everyone to Hero-Up for Children's Cancer! This year the 5K and Kids' races will be at COOK PARK IN TIGARD. We are also offering a virtual 5K.
Please register by August 4th to be guaranteed a race shirt!
VIRTUAL RESULTS SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
1. When the race officially starts on Saturday, September 5th, youll receive a text message and email welcoming you to the race.
2. You must complete your run between Saturday, September 5th and end of day Saturday, September 19th.
3. Submission of your race results can be done via text message or web form.
4. When submitting your results, youll have the option to include a link to your Strava or Garmin Connect activity. If you do this, your results will be marked as Verified. If you don't have one of these apps, you can install Strava from your phone's app store and run with your phone.
5. Results will be ranked online in the following categories: overall, gender, and age group.
In the last 12 years since we started our organization, our donations have totaled $888,500 to the Pediatric Brain Tumor bank at OHSU for children's cancer research and to the Children's Cancer Therapy Development Institute. Help us increase that amount this year!
Welcome back!!! On September 5, 2026 we invite you to lace up your running shoes, don your cape and mask, and pound the pavement for Children's Cancer Research! 100% of race net proceeds go to children's cancer research. We are so glad to welcome everyone to Hero-Up for Children's Cancer! This year the 5K and Kids' races will be at COOK PARK IN TIGARD. We are also offering a virtual 5K.
Please register by August 4th to be guaranteed a race shirt!
VIRTUAL RESULTS SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
1. When the race officially starts on Saturday, September 5th, youll receive a text message and email welcoming you to the race.
2. You must complete your run between Saturday, September 5th and end of day Saturday, September 19th.
3. Submission of your race results can be done via text message or web form.
4. When submitting your results, youll have the option to include a link to your Strava or Garmin Connect activity. If you do this, your results will be marked as Verified. If you don't have one of these apps, you can install Strava from your phone's app store and run with your phone.
5. Results will be ranked online in the following categories: overall, gender, and age group.
In the last 12 years since we started our organization, our donations have totaled $888,500 to the Pediatric Brain Tumor bank at OHSU for children's cancer research and to the Children's Cancer Therapy Development Institute. Help us increase that amount this year!
Races
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Virtual 5k
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Race Shirt
$38.35
We are offering a virtual race for those who aren't able to attend in person this year. Submission for your virtual time will work just like last year. You will receive a text and email with links to submit your time. You have through September 13th to run/walk and submit your time. -
Kids Race (In-Person!)
Incl. Race Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (10:00AM PDT)
Free
This race is definitely the highlight of the day. All children are encouraged to dress up like their favorite superhero and each will receive a race medal for participating. If you would like a youth race shirt, you can select that option when registering and pay $20. -
5K (In-Person!)
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Race Shirt
Sat 5th September 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$38.35
We can't wait to see all of you heroes in person this year!!! Register early to guarantee yourself a race shirt. Participants also receive medals.
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Cook Park, 17005 SW 92nd Ave, Tigard, 97224, OR, United States
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