SUPER HERO 5K
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Cartersville, Georgia
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to unleash your inner superhero at the inaugural SUPER HERO 5K on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in beautiful Cartersville, Bartow! This exciting race kicks off at 9:00 AM at Sam Smith Park, where runners will navigate the scenic rolling pathways and surrounding streets. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant, we encourage everyone to don their favorite superhero costume, because you're all heroes in the eyes of the children supported by Helping Hands for Bartow Kids (HHBK).
Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled morning of running, but you'll also be making a difference in the lives of local children through your participation. Don't forget to bring non-perishable food and hygiene products to support the Allatoona Resource Center and Red Door Food Pantry! With awards for the top finishers and age categories, this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills while contributing to a worthy cause. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the SUPER HERO 5K—it's a race you won’t want to miss!
Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled morning of running, but you'll also be making a difference in the lives of local children through your participation. Don't forget to bring non-perishable food and hygiene products to support the Allatoona Resource Center and Red Door Food Pantry! With awards for the top finishers and age categories, this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills while contributing to a worthy cause. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the SUPER HERO 5K—it's a race you won’t want to miss!
Organiser's Description
HHBK SUPER HERO 5K
_9:00AM_
FEBRUARY 28TH, 2026
_SAM SMITH PARK_
JOIN US FOR THE _INAUGURAL _SUPER HERO 5K!! Our race supports 'Helping Hands for Bartow Kids' (HHBK).
WE ENCOURAGE RUNNERS TO DRESS AS THEIR FAVORITE SUPER HERO! AS EACH OF YOU ARE A HERO TO THE CHILDREN OF BARTOW COUNTY!
Together We Can Make a Difference!
WHO ARE YOU SUPPORTING?
Helping Hands for Bartow Kids (HHBK) provides comprehensive support and opportunities to children in Bartow County, while empowering them to achieve their full potential. Through educational programs, healthcare initiatives, and vital social services, we aim to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and build a brighter future.
RACE LOCATION: The race Start & Finish Line(s) are located in the City of Cartersville Parks & Recreation Departments Senior Aquatic Center at Sam Smith Park (1155 Douthit Ferry Rd. Cartersville, GA 30121.) Runners will utilize the rolling pathways of Sam Smith Park as well as the surrounding surface streets. (Yes...we know there is some construction taking place in the park - but we have a plan for that!)
RACE START TIME: 9:00 a.m., Saturday, February 28, 2026
WHAT TO BRING: Non-perishable food & hygiene products for Allatoona Resource Center and Red Door Food Pantry
WHAT TO WEAR: Dress as your favorite SUPER HERO!
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICK UP: Packets will be available for pick-up Friday 2/27, from 10am-6pm at the Helping Hands for Bartow's Kids office located at 115 W Cherokee Ave Suite 200 (i.e. the old "Gold Dome" Bartow County Courthouse, 2nd floor). Note: Packets will be available on race day morning but we encourage everyone to come Friday if possible to shorten the lines on race day morning!
_*** RACE SWAG IS NOT GUARANTEED FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER ON RACE DAY. ***_
AWARDS CEREMONY: 10:00 a.m. adjacent to the Sam Smith Park Sr. Aquatic Center near the Finish Line!
AWARDS: Awards to top 3 Overall Male & Female; Overall Masters Male & Female; Medals to top 3 in each category: (10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70 & over)
WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOU JOINING US FOR THIS "SUPER" EXCITING YEAR 1 RACE! THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
_9:00AM_
FEBRUARY 28TH, 2026
_SAM SMITH PARK_
JOIN US FOR THE _INAUGURAL _SUPER HERO 5K!! Our race supports 'Helping Hands for Bartow Kids' (HHBK).
WE ENCOURAGE RUNNERS TO DRESS AS THEIR FAVORITE SUPER HERO! AS EACH OF YOU ARE A HERO TO THE CHILDREN OF BARTOW COUNTY!
Together We Can Make a Difference!
WHO ARE YOU SUPPORTING?
Helping Hands for Bartow Kids (HHBK) provides comprehensive support and opportunities to children in Bartow County, while empowering them to achieve their full potential. Through educational programs, healthcare initiatives, and vital social services, we aim to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and build a brighter future.
RACE LOCATION: The race Start & Finish Line(s) are located in the City of Cartersville Parks & Recreation Departments Senior Aquatic Center at Sam Smith Park (1155 Douthit Ferry Rd. Cartersville, GA 30121.) Runners will utilize the rolling pathways of Sam Smith Park as well as the surrounding surface streets. (Yes...we know there is some construction taking place in the park - but we have a plan for that!)
RACE START TIME: 9:00 a.m., Saturday, February 28, 2026
WHAT TO BRING: Non-perishable food & hygiene products for Allatoona Resource Center and Red Door Food Pantry
WHAT TO WEAR: Dress as your favorite SUPER HERO!
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICK UP: Packets will be available for pick-up Friday 2/27, from 10am-6pm at the Helping Hands for Bartow's Kids office located at 115 W Cherokee Ave Suite 200 (i.e. the old "Gold Dome" Bartow County Courthouse, 2nd floor). Note: Packets will be available on race day morning but we encourage everyone to come Friday if possible to shorten the lines on race day morning!
_*** RACE SWAG IS NOT GUARANTEED FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER ON RACE DAY. ***_
AWARDS CEREMONY: 10:00 a.m. adjacent to the Sam Smith Park Sr. Aquatic Center near the Finish Line!
AWARDS: Awards to top 3 Overall Male & Female; Overall Masters Male & Female; Medals to top 3 in each category: (10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70 & over)
WE LOOK FORWARD TO YOU JOINING US FOR THIS "SUPER" EXCITING YEAR 1 RACE! THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
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Super Hero 5k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 28th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
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1155 Douthit Ferry Rd., Cartersville, 30120, GA, United States
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