Superhero 5k Benefiting the ChildSafe Center - CAC
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Event Overview
The Superhero 5k and Kids' Runs is a community fitness event held at Greenwood Mill Elementary School in Winchester, Virginia. The proceedings benefit the ChildSafe Center - CAC, an organization focused on supporting children who have experienced abuse. Participants are encouraged to wear superhero costumes while taking part in the various activities.
Race Details
The event features three distinct distances to accommodate different age groups and preferences:
- 5k (3.1 miles) race or walk open to all ages.
- Kids' Mile specifically for children between the ages of 6 and 12.
- 100 Yard Dash (Flash Dash) for children aged 5 and under.
The 5k course starts and ends at the elementary school, traversing an open route through a residential area characterized by rolling hills. The 100 yard dash takes place around the school building.
Registration and Participation
Registration is available online in advance or in person on the day of the event using cash or check. Members of Shenandoah Valley Runners receive a registration discount. Participants who complete their registration by April 1, 2026, are guaranteed an event t-shirt.
Awards are presented to the top overall male and female finishers in the 5k, as well as the top male and female finishers in the Kids' Mile. All children completing the Kids' Mile and the 100 Yard Dash receive ribbons of completion. Due to insurance requirements, the use of strollers, dogs, and headphones is discouraged. The event takes place rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
