April 25, 2020 4:00am

Flint Superhero Run

Flint Farmers Market
300 E 1st St, Flint, MI 48502

One of the Flint areas favorite family fun events is back! We have an interesting course, a great venue, and the event will be bigger and better than ever! Every finisher will receive a custom finishers medal. The 5K Run and 5K Walk are timed events with age-group awards. The family-friendly 1K Family Fun Run will remain a non-competitive event. The Flint Superhero Run promises to provide fun for the entire family.

All proceeds will benefit the Voices for Children Advocacy Center, which is dedicated to serving the child victims and families of child abuse in Genesee County and enhancing the lives of all children through treatment, education and by increasing community awareness

The day of the event we will have face painting available, a photobooth, and Party Roamer! We encourage you to dress as your favorite superhero. Dress up or not, we look forward to seeing you there.

Register online via the link below or print your registration and mail with payment to 515 East St. Flint, MI 48503. Checks can be made payable to Voices for Children.

Register Online Today

Print/ Mail Registration

Registration

Register early and save! Please note that sales for T-Shirts will close 4/16/2020. There will not be T-Shirts available for purchase after that date including the day of the event so be sure to get them now if you're interested. Registration fees vary by each race category, and by purchase date, as follows:

  • Now - 3/15/2020
    • 5K Run/ Walk $20 ($30 with Shirt)
    • 1K Fun Run $15 ($25 with Shirt)
  • 3/16/2020 - 4/24/2020
    • 5K Run/ Walk $25 ($35 with Shirt)
    • 1K Fun Run $20 ($30 with Shirt)
  • Day of Event, 4/25/2020
    • 5K Run/ Walk $40
    • 1K Fun Run $25

Packet Pick Up

Skip the early morning line on the day of the race by getting your gear early. Pick up your shirts if you've ordered any through registration. Also grab your race number, that way you are able to jump right in the day of the race. Packet Pickups are scheduled for:

Thursday, April 23 3:00 - 6:00 PM
ELGA Credit Union Admin. Building in Burton
2303 Center Rd. Burton, MI 48519

Friday, April 24 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Complete Runner
915 S. Dort Hwy., Flint, MI 48503

Your Business Can Be A Superhero Too!

Check out our 2020 Sponsor Guide to learn more about how your business or organization can be a superhero for abused children in Genesee County. Reach out to Angie if you are interested in becoming a sponsor for this year's Superhero 5K Race & Fun Run!

What to know the day of the event:

Dress

We really encourage you to join in the fun and come dressed as your favorite superhero! It's a lot of fun to see everyone decked out and ready to save the day. Of course, Michigan weather is pretty unpredictable. In the past our event has seen rain, snow, and sun, usually in varying degrees of cold. We recommend dressing comfortably warm. See also our Severe Weather Policy at the bottom of the page.

Parking

Free Parking will be available through the University of Michigan Flint at their T- Lot, Harrison Street ramp, as well as the UPAV parking ramp. Paid parking is available through the Downtown Flat Lot. Parking is not permitted at the Flint Farmers' Market except for patrons.

Plan of Event

8:00 AM - Onsite Registration, Photobooth, Face Painting, & More Open
9:00 AM - Opening Ceremony for 5K events
9:05 AM - 5K Race start for Runners
9:10 AM - 5K Race start for Walkers
10:15 AM - Costume Contest (Awards for Best Costume & Best Group Costume)
10:30 AM - Open Ceremony for 1K
10:35 AM - 1K Fun Run Start
11:00 AM - Kids' Finish Line Dance Party

Course

This event has a 5K Run/ Walk Race, and 1K Fun Run. Our course starts at The Flint Farmers' Market and works its way the beautiful Applewood Estate. See our course map here.

Timed Results

Results will be provided promptly by Newton Timing during the event. Finalized searchable results will be available at the conclusion of the event. If you have any results questions, please contact Debbie Newton at Newton Timing.

Results include finish line photos and a short video clip for each 5K participant. Photos can be downloaded for FREE.

Previous Year Timed Results

Awards

Each participant will receive a finisher medal upon completing the course! Winners in their category will be awarded additionally.

Run

  • Overall First Place Male & Female
  • First Place Master (40+) Male & Female
  • First Three Males & Females in age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 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 & Over

Walk

  • Overall First Place Male & Female
  • First Place Master (40+) Male & Female
  • First Three Males & Females in age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 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 & Over

Walk Participant Agreement

We welcome and encourage participation in the walk for those not interested in running. Please be aware that the walk event is a timed event with awards, so it is unfair for those competing if you run any portion of the event. To ensure the accuracy of the results and awards, we have implemented the following policy. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Walk participants are required to walk throughout the entire 5k walk event. No running is allowed at any time. If you want to run any portion of the event, please register for the run.
  • The walk event will start after the run event. Any walker starting with the runners will be changed to the run category.
  • Walkers will be judged by their peers. If three or more people report seeing a walker run any portion of the event, they will be disqualified from the walk category. Any walker identified as running across the finish line by the timing staff, will also be disqualified from the walk.
  • Any protests must be made prior to award announcements on race day. Once awards are given, results are considered final.

Severe Weather Policy

The safety of our athletes, spectators and volunteers is our primary concern. In the event of inclement weather, every attempt will be made to preserve the safety of everyone involved, and complete the race as scheduled.

In the event of severe weather (eg: lightning, flooding, tornado, high winds, heat, snow, ice) the event may be delayed as race officials consult public safety officers. If there is more than a reasonable delay, or if conditions persist, race officials reserve the right to shorten or cancel the race. Participants should seek safe shelter should severe weather develop during the race.

Please check our website, Facebook Page and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations. If you are already at the event, listen to the announcer about any weather changes that may occur. Entry fees will not be refunded in the event the race is cancelled. Entry fees will not be credited to future events.

2019 Flint Superhero Run