Superheroes for Autism
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to unleash your inner superhero at the Superheroes for Autism event on Saturday, April 11, 2026! This exciting race takes place at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte, Mecklenburg, and features both a 5K and a 10K, with the 10K starting at 8:00 AM and the 5K following at 8:10 AM. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, a walk and fun run will kick off at 8:20 AM.
This chip-timed event guarantees accurate race results, and every finisher will receive a stunning medal to commemorate their achievement. The race not only promises a fun and friendly atmosphere, but also supports a great cause, as all entry fees benefit Autism Services of Mecklenburg County. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation will make a difference. So throw on your favorite superhero gear and join us for a fantastic day filled with community spirit and excitement!
This chip-timed event guarantees accurate race results, and every finisher will receive a stunning medal to commemorate their achievement. The race not only promises a fun and friendly atmosphere, but also supports a great cause, as all entry fees benefit Autism Services of Mecklenburg County. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation will make a difference. So throw on your favorite superhero gear and join us for a fantastic day filled with community spirit and excitement!
Organiser's Description
THIS IS A CHIP TIMED RACE FOR BOTH START AND FINISH. (YEP! WE WILL BE HAVING CHIPPED START AND END THIS YEAR, WHERE YOUR OFFICIAL TIME WILL BE BETWEEN WHEN YOU CROSS THE STARTING LINE AND WHEN YOU CROSS THE FINISH LINE!).
ALL 5K AND 10K FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL WHEN THEY CROSS THE FINISH LINE. GOOD LUCK!
DATE: SATURDAY APRIL 11, 2026
RACE START TIMES:
* 10K starts at 8:00 AM
* 5K starts at 8:10 AM
* Walk / Fun run starts at 8:20 AM
LOCATION: MCALPINE CREEK PARK 8711 MONROE RD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28212 [https://g.co/kgs/3V632Pc]
PACKET PICKUP AND LOCATIONS
YOU HAVE 2 OPTIONS FOR PICKUP:
1.) Friday April 11, TBD
2.) Race day 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM at MCALPINE CREEK PARK, 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212 [https://g.co/kgs/4g5TLzu],
PARKING
There's a big sign off of Monroe Rd for McAlpine Creek Park. Once you turn in, parking is on your right.
COURSE MAP
5K route (mapmyrun.com) [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5976931414]
5K route (plotaroute.com) [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2208725]
This is the standard 5K course McAlpine is known for. FOR THOSE WITH STROLLERS, HAVE NO FEAR (OF THE HILL), we've designed a stroller friendly tiny alteration in the course. We'll have people on the course to make that clear. Also note, the hill has been cleaned up and the ground is smoother than it has been in the past in case you want to test it out before the race.
10K route will start off the same as the 5K, but then go onto the McAlpine Greenway
We're super excited that you joined our race. We're looking forward to seeing you there!
AWARDS 5K AND 10K:
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place overall for Female (these are really cool awards!)
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place overall for Male (these are really cool awards!)
* Age based 1st place winners award certificates for Male and Female (they are pretty nice)
* 10 and under
11-15
16-20
21-25
26-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
* Finisher Medals for all those who registered for the 5K and 10K races and cross the finish line. (very nice medals!)
ABOUT THE RACE AND ASMC
AUTISM SERVICES OF MECKLENBURG COUNTY [https://autismservices.org/] (ASMC FOR SHORT). ASMC IS A 501(C)(3) NOT FOR PROFIT PROVIDING HOUSING AND SERVICES FOR ADULTS WITH AUTISM RIGHT HERE IN CHARLOTTE SINCE 1979 AND THEY ARE WONDERFUL!
ALL ENTRY FEE PROFITS GO DIRECTLY TO ASMC TO KEEP THEM RUNNING GREAT. - JUST LIKE YOU WILL BE DOING AT THIS RACE WHEN YOU SIGN UP [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=155564&eventId=779736]!
WHY SUPERHEROES?
HI, MY NAME IS TONY SCOTTO DI CARLO AND I HAVE SERVED ON ASMC'S BOARD FOR 14 YEARS AND MY BROTHER THOMAS IS A RESIDENT AT ONE OF ASMC'S WONDERFUL GROUP HOMES. WE'VE PICKED THE SUPERHERO THEME BECAUSE MANY OF ASMC'S RESIDENTS, (INCLUDING MY BROTHER), LOVE SUPERHEROES AND WE WANT THEM TO BE SUPER EXCITED AND SURPRISED WHEN THEY SEE HUNDREDS OF CAPED CRUSADERS IN FULL SUPERHERO GEAR RUNNING AT ONCE. _THAT MEANS YOU BTW!_ - SIGN UP NOW [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=155564&eventId=779736]! (ALSO, LET'S BE HONEST, SUPERHEROES ARE JUST AWESOME)
WE'RE DELIGHTED THAT YOU ARE HERE. IF YOU ARE NOT A RUNNER, SIGN UP AND WALK [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=155564&eventId=779736] OR JUST MAKE A DONATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/NC/Charlotte/SuperheroesforAutism]. ASMC WILL APPRECIATE ANY AMOUNT!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY - YOU ARE A SUPERHERO!
ALL 5K AND 10K FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL WHEN THEY CROSS THE FINISH LINE. GOOD LUCK!
DATE: SATURDAY APRIL 11, 2026
RACE START TIMES:
* 10K starts at 8:00 AM
* 5K starts at 8:10 AM
* Walk / Fun run starts at 8:20 AM
LOCATION: MCALPINE CREEK PARK 8711 MONROE RD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28212 [https://g.co/kgs/3V632Pc]
PACKET PICKUP AND LOCATIONS
YOU HAVE 2 OPTIONS FOR PICKUP:
1.) Friday April 11, TBD
2.) Race day 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM at MCALPINE CREEK PARK, 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212 [https://g.co/kgs/4g5TLzu],
PARKING
There's a big sign off of Monroe Rd for McAlpine Creek Park. Once you turn in, parking is on your right.
COURSE MAP
5K route (mapmyrun.com) [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5976931414]
5K route (plotaroute.com) [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2208725]
This is the standard 5K course McAlpine is known for. FOR THOSE WITH STROLLERS, HAVE NO FEAR (OF THE HILL), we've designed a stroller friendly tiny alteration in the course. We'll have people on the course to make that clear. Also note, the hill has been cleaned up and the ground is smoother than it has been in the past in case you want to test it out before the race.
10K route will start off the same as the 5K, but then go onto the McAlpine Greenway
We're super excited that you joined our race. We're looking forward to seeing you there!
AWARDS 5K AND 10K:
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place overall for Female (these are really cool awards!)
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place overall for Male (these are really cool awards!)
* Age based 1st place winners award certificates for Male and Female (they are pretty nice)
* 10 and under
11-15
16-20
21-25
26-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
* Finisher Medals for all those who registered for the 5K and 10K races and cross the finish line. (very nice medals!)
ABOUT THE RACE AND ASMC
AUTISM SERVICES OF MECKLENBURG COUNTY [https://autismservices.org/] (ASMC FOR SHORT). ASMC IS A 501(C)(3) NOT FOR PROFIT PROVIDING HOUSING AND SERVICES FOR ADULTS WITH AUTISM RIGHT HERE IN CHARLOTTE SINCE 1979 AND THEY ARE WONDERFUL!
ALL ENTRY FEE PROFITS GO DIRECTLY TO ASMC TO KEEP THEM RUNNING GREAT. - JUST LIKE YOU WILL BE DOING AT THIS RACE WHEN YOU SIGN UP [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=155564&eventId=779736]!
WHY SUPERHEROES?
HI, MY NAME IS TONY SCOTTO DI CARLO AND I HAVE SERVED ON ASMC'S BOARD FOR 14 YEARS AND MY BROTHER THOMAS IS A RESIDENT AT ONE OF ASMC'S WONDERFUL GROUP HOMES. WE'VE PICKED THE SUPERHERO THEME BECAUSE MANY OF ASMC'S RESIDENTS, (INCLUDING MY BROTHER), LOVE SUPERHEROES AND WE WANT THEM TO BE SUPER EXCITED AND SURPRISED WHEN THEY SEE HUNDREDS OF CAPED CRUSADERS IN FULL SUPERHERO GEAR RUNNING AT ONCE. _THAT MEANS YOU BTW!_ - SIGN UP NOW [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=155564&eventId=779736]! (ALSO, LET'S BE HONEST, SUPERHEROES ARE JUST AWESOME)
WE'RE DELIGHTED THAT YOU ARE HERE. IF YOU ARE NOT A RUNNER, SIGN UP AND WALK [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=155564&eventId=779736] OR JUST MAKE A DONATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/NC/Charlotte/SuperheroesforAutism]. ASMC WILL APPRECIATE ANY AMOUNT!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY - YOU ARE A SUPERHERO!
Races
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5K Race
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Cape and a Mask
Sat 11th April 2026 (8:10AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 30 JUNThis is a chip timed race for both start and finish. (yep! we will be having chipped start and end this year, where your official time will be between when you cross the starting line and when you cross the finish line!) All finishers will receive a medal. -
10K Race
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Cape and a Mask
Sat 11th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 30 JUNThis is a chip timed race for both start and finish. (yep! we will be having chipped start and end this year, where your official time will be between when you cross the starting line and when you cross the finish line!). All finishers will receive a medal. -
Fun Run-Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Cape and a Mask
Sat 11th April 2026 (8:20AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 30 JUNThis is a fun run or walk. This event does not have a numbered bib with timing and no medal for crossing the finish line.
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