Run with Lily 5K
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Run with Lily 5K & Kids Superhero Run
The 5th Annual Run with Lily 5K & Kids Superhero Run is scheduled for March 14, 2026, at Freedom Park, Hamilton Drive, Liberty, North Carolina. The event offers in-person and virtual participation and includes multiple event options.
- 1 mile Kids Superhero Run, open to ages 12 and under
- 5K in-person race
- 5K virtual run
Entry fees listed for 2026 include $15 for the Kids Superhero Run and $30 for the 5K and the virtual 5K. Registration for the kids event closes March 9, 2026 at 11:59 pm EDT. The in-person 5K and the virtual 5K have a listed price increase after February 13, 2026.
The event commemorates Lily, a high school distance runner and student who died at age 17 from an eating disorder. Proceeds are directed to The Oaks Therapeutic Community to support mental health counseling services. Race organizers describe the event as a way to raise awareness about mental health and to provide resources to those who might not otherwise afford counseling.
Event amenities mentioned for participants include event shirts, children’s bling rings, and superhero capes for Kids Superhero Run winners. The listing also notes in-person directions to Freedom Park and a virtual location option for remote participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
