Heroes for Hope 5K & Fun Run

  • Date Sat 26th April 2025
  • Time 12:01AM EST
  • Location Maryville, Tennessee
  • Price $25.00 - $35.00
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, 1km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Heroes for Hope 5K & Fun Run taking place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Maryville Greenbelt Amphitheater in beautiful Maryville, Blount. This exciting annual event invites you to be a hero for children by participating in either the 5K race or the fun run, all while raising awareness for child abuse prevention. The 5K kicks off at 8:30 AM, following the fun run at 8:00 AM, and offers age-specific categories for both children and adults. If you can't make it in person, there's a virtual 5K option available for participants of all ages, allowing you to run at your convenience.

Join us in supporting the vital mission of New Hope Children's Advocacy Center, which aims to restore hope to abused or traumatized children and their families in Blount County. With the staggering statistic that 1 in 10 children will face sexual abuse before their 18th birthday, your participation can make a significant difference. Don't miss the chance to show your supportโ€”register early to secure your spot and ensure you receive a t-shirt on race day. Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day that promises

Organiser's Description

Be a hero for the kids! Join us at the Maryville Greenbelt Amphitheater on SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025 for our SIXTH annual HEROES FOR HOPE 5K & FUN RUN fundraiser. Let's join forces and get moving to raise awareness for child abuse prevention. All proceeds benefit New Hope Children's Advocacy Center [http://blountkids.org/].

Did you know that 1 IN 10 children will be sexually abused before the age of 18? At New Hope, our mission is TO RESTORE HOPE TO ABUSED OR TRAUMATIZED CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES in Blount County. We believe every child deserves a healthy, safe childhood.

Use your superpower to take a stand against child abuse, and register for our race today!

AGE GROUPS:

* 5K - Adult
* 5K - Child (10 and under)
* Fun Run - Child (10 and under)
* VIRTUAL 5K - All Ages
* Sleeping But Supporting

FUN RUN & TRADITIONAL 5K:

The Fun Run will start at 8:00am, and the in-person 5K will start at 8:30am on Saturday, April 27, beginning and ending at the Maryville Greenbelt Amphitheater.

VIRTUAL OPTION:

The virtual option may be run anywhere, any time. Your time must be submitted before 11:59pm on race day (April 27).

PACKET PICK-UP:

Packet pick-up will be available for on FRIDAY, APRIL 26 from 3-6PM at the Maryville Greenbelt Pavilion next to the Amphitheater.
_**If you are running with a Champion, T-Shirt, or Superhero level sponsor group, your packet will be delivered to your place of business. _

T-SHIRTS:

If you select a t-shirt option in your registration by April 11, your t-shirt will be available during packet pick-up and at check-in on race day.
REGISTRATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER FRIDAY, APRIL 11 WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT. (Be sure to register early!)

RACE DAY PARKING:

Public parking for the 5K is located:

* Between Broadway & Church Street
* Across from Dandy Lions Gifts
* Parking garage between Harper & Broadway

RACE DAY CHECK-IN:

Race day check-in will be available from 7:30-8:15am at the pavilion next to the Amphitheater.

THE COURSE:

Visit HERE [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2891646172] to view our certified course map.

RESULTS:

Because the course is very narrow in parts, we will have a staggered start time. Every start time will be announced by air horn or whistle. RUNNERS WILL BE SCORED ON CHIP TIME. Results will be available after the race on the "Results" page. Winners of each age group will be announced and awarded at the end of the 5K.

RACE GROUPS:

Male: <10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, >60
Female: <10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, >60

SUBMIT YOUR TIME:

The virtual race can be run anywhere, any time through the end of race day. Participants will have the option to submit their time via the RunSignup race page under "Results." See below for instructions:

* On this page's menu, select "Results"
* Select "Submit Virtual Results"
* Find your registration by searching either first or last name, email, or DOB
* On your registration, click "Submit Virtual Results"
* Add your time and click "Submit Results"

SPONSORS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS:

We are excited to partner with several local businesses to make this a fun, family-friendly event. If you are a business interested in sponsoring the race financially or through in-kind services, please email Marketing & Events Director Anna Ferrell at [email protected]. We would love to partner with you!

OTHER INFORMATION:

All children must be accompanied by a legal guardian or caregiver at all times during the event. Children may not be left unattended during or after the Fun Run.
Please ensure that all pets remain on a leash at all times.
This race will be a RAIN OR SHINE event!

Races

  • 5K - Adult

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $35.00

    OPENS SOON
    USATF Certification number TN20003MS **This is a rain or shine event.
  • 5K - Child (10 and Under)

    Incl. T-Shirt (10 & Under)

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $35.00

    OPENS SOON
    USATF Certification number TN20003MS **This is a rain or shine event.
  • Fun Run - Child (10 and Under)

    Incl. T-Shirt (10 & Under)

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $25.00

    OPENS SOON
    A fun two laps around the Amphitheater park! **This is a rain or shine event.
  • VIRTUAL 5K - All Ages

    Incl. T-Shirt

    $35.00

    OPENS SOON
  • Sleeping but Supporting

    Incl. T-Shirt

    $35.00

    OPENS SOON
    For those who want to support the event without attending. (We see you in your PJs!)

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Location

201 W Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, 37801, TN, United States

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