Superhero for Hope Run/Walk 5K
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Event overview
The Superhero for Hope 7th Annual Run/Walk 5K is presented by the Medical Society of Delaware. It takes place on October 18, 2025, at Rockford Park in Wilmington, Delaware (Lookout Drive; 19th Street & Tower Rd., Wilmington, DE 19806). The event supports the MSD Campaign for Kids, an initiative that focuses on seven youth issues: obesity, bullying, violence, intelligent decisions, opioid abuse, underage drinking, and suicide.
Race details
Distances:
- 5K Run / Walk
- Competitive Walking 5K (walk the entire race; no running or jogging allowed)
The course starts and finishes near the Rockford Tower, includes one loop of the park, proceeds out Tower Drive to Penna Ave with a turnaround at A.I. Middle School, then returns for an additional loop. The route includes shaded sections. Amenities include unisex tee shirts, post-race refreshments, and music.
Timing and results are managed with chip timing using the MYLAPS BibTag Timing System. Overall and masters awards are scored by gun time; all other age-group awards use chip (net) time. Awards include overall male/female, masters, top 3 in 10-year age groups from 13 & under through 70 & over, and top 3 male/female walkers. Photos and race results are posted online after the event. Registration fees listed range from about $28.38 to $35.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.