About This Race
14th For Kids' Sake International (FKSI) Superhero 5K Run/Walk
Calling all superheroes! Join FKSI's 14th Superhero 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Whether your race in-person at Turley Park in Carbondale, Illinois, or complete your 5K virtually from anywhere in the universe, every step helps change lives.
When you participate, you're helping provide food, clothing, shelter, healthcare, education, and opportunities to children and families in Bangladesh, The Gambia, and Southern Illinois. Every registration supports FKSI's mission to support, education and empower those in need.
Join our Fundraising Challenge: Be A Superhero for the Kids!
Raise $350 or more and receive a special FKSI swag gift. Take your impact even further by becoming a fundraiser and rallying your friends and family to support the kids. Sign up here to become a fundraiser: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/48922/BecomeFundraiser
Race Information
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location: Turley Park, 1010 N. Glenview Dr., Carbondale, IL
- Day-of Registration and Festivities: Opens at 8:00 AM
- Race Start Time: 9:00 AM
- Participation Options: In-Person or Virtual
Registration
- Adults: $25
- Kids (17 & under): $15
- Pre-Register by Monday, September 7 to guarantee your event t-shirt.
Race Packet Pick-Up
- Friday, September 18, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Turley Park (Shipping available for virtual participants)
- Day of Registration opens at 8:00am; t-shirts available while supplies last
Awards & Prizes
- 1st & 2nd Place Awards in each 5-year category age division (In-person only)
- (1-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+)
- Win Prizes for:
- Top Fundraisers
- Fastest Times
- Best Superhero Costumes
- Best Dressed Pet
- And More!
Race Options
- Run or Walk the certified Superhero 5K course with chip timing by To The Finish OR complete your 5K virtually and submit your results online on the race website.
GRAB YOUR CAPE & GATHER YOUR TEAM. JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE - ONE STEP AT A TIME!
Course & Race Day Details
Charity Beneficiary
Children in Bangladesh, The Gambia, and Southern Illinois
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