16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run
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About This Event
DESCRIPTION
The 16th Annual Superhero 5K & Fun Run will be held on February 6, 2027, at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota. The start/finish line will be ON THE ISLAND near the rowing finish tower!
This is a Foster Care Awareness Event. In-person and virtual racing options are available.
The Kids' Fun Run starts at 8:30am. The 5K will be on a CHIP START between 9-9:10am. You will receive an official chip time and place. Master and Overall timed at gun time 9am. USATF Rules.
More than just a race, the Superhero event brings together child welfare agencies and the community to highlight the approximately 500 youth who are in local foster care in Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto Counties, while providing a family-friendly event with music, a kiddie zone, food, and giveaways.
We believe that kids in foster care and those who care for them are some of our community's most incredible heroes, which is the reason we have chosen a superhero theme. So don't be shy... come dressed as your favorite hero and get ready for an awesome race and cause! Participation medals will be awarded to the first 700 5K runners to cross the finish line!
--Event Awesomeness:
An amazing venue at Nathan Benderson Park in beautiful Sarasota, FL. Close to everything University Town Center has to offer!
--Trophies: Best Superhero Family, Best Male & Female Superhero Costumes, Team Spirit (Team With Most Runners), Best Pet Superhero Costume.
5K AWARDS Overall- Male and Female Master- Male and Female (fastest over the age of 40) Grand Master- Male and Female (fastest over the age of 50) Senior Master- Male and Female (fastest over the age of 60) Veteran Master- Male and Female (fastest over the age of 70) Youth Overall- Male and Female (fastest under the age of 13) --Awards for 1st-3rd Male and Female in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+
--Youth*/Adult 5K Registration Fee Schedule: (5K youth price is for under 18 years old)
$20/25 June 1 -- June 15, 2026 $20/30 June 16 -- Nov 30, 2026 $20/35 Dec 1 -- Dec 31, 2026 $25/40 Jan 1 -- Jan 31, 2027
$25/45 Feb 1 -- Feb 5, 2027
(online registration will end on 2/5/27 at 11:59pm). You can register in person on 2/6/27. --5K REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON SITE THE MORNING OF THE RACE $50 (cash, check, or credit)
--FUN RUN Registration Fee Schedule:**$15 June 1 -- Dec 31, 2026// $20 Jan 1, 2027 -- Jan 31, 2027 // $25 Feb 1 -- Feb 6, 2027 (online registration will end on 2/5/27 at 11:59pm). You can register in person on race day after that time. --FUN RUN REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON SITE THE MORNING OF THE RACE FOR $25 (cash, check, or credit)
(QR codes will also be provided for Race Day registration / Packet Pick up.)**
--PACKET PICK-UP: Wednesday, February 3th and Thursday, February 4th from 4-6:30pm at New Balance UTC 315 N Cattlemen Rd Suite 1, Sarasota, FL 34243
Event Schedule: 6:45-7:45a Race Day Registration (6:45-8:30a Day of Packet Pickup)
8:20 National Anthem 8:30 Fun Run start 9:00-9:10 CHIP START 5K OVERALL/MASTERS are GUN TIME [Children, strollers, and slower runners fill the back, please]
10:00 Awards Ceremony. Runners who do not want to stay to claim their medals will be provided pick up options at BaL's Office. We apologize, but medals will not be handed out early.
The course is an out-and-back. The 5K race will begin near the finish tower on the island (same location as 2026 race).
Parking will be on the island near the rowing finish tower. Bridge a Life and race signage will be posted for clarity. Parking location and a course map will be posted to our Facebook page (search for Bridge a Life).
NOTE: Registrations after 12/31/26 are not guaranteed a shirt.
Race Distances
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Register for 16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun RunRegistration Pricing
Superhero 5K
$30.00
+ $2.80 processing fee
event_busy Goes up to $35.00 after Nov 30, 2026
Superhero Fun Run
$15.00
+ $1.90 processing fee
event_busy Goes up to $20.00 after Dec 31, 2026
Virtual Superhero 5k
$30.00
+ $2.80 processing fee
event_busy Goes up to $35.00 after Nov 30, 2026
Prices from the official registration page, updated several times a day.
Registration links may earn us a small commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is 16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run 2027?
16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run takes place on Saturday, February 6, 2027 in Sarasota, Florida.
What distances does 16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run offer?
16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run features a 5K.
Where does 16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run take place?
16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run is held at 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle in Sarasota, Florida (Central Florida). See the course maps section on this page for route details where available.
How much does 16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run cost?
Registration for 16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run is currently $30 for the Superhero 5K and $15 for the Superhero Fun Run, plus a registration processing fee. The Superhero 5K goes up to $35 on December 1.
How do I register for 16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run?
Registration is online — use the Register button on this page to sign up through the race's official registration page. Registering early usually means lower entry fees.
Is there a promo code for 16th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run?
Discounts are set by the race organizer and appear on the official registration page when active. The most reliable way to pay less is registering early — most Florida races raise prices as race day gets closer.
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