Big Country CASA’s Superhero 5K

Join us for the 9th Annual Superhero 5k Fun Run (Walk, Run or Fly!) at the ACU Williams Performing Arts Center in Abilene, Texas.

Why Run?

The goal of our event is to increase awareness of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), to recruit more volunteer advocates for children and to raise funds to support our mission. All proceeds from our race will directly benefit Big Country CASA in our mission to give a “voice” to abused and neglected children in court and the Taylor County foster care system.

Registration Fee:

Adult Timed 5K (13 & Over) $30.00

(includes 2026 race shirt, if registered by April 1, 2026)

Kids Timed 5K (12 & Under) $10.00

(2026 race shirt can be purchased for $10.00, if registered by April 1, 2026)

Kids Untimed 5K (12 & Under) FREE

(2026 race shirt can be purchased for $10.00, if registered by April 1, 2026)

Chase the Villain (11 & Under) FREE

(2026 race shirt can be purchased for $10.00, if registered by April 1, 2026)

*Registration DEADLINE to guarantee 2026 Runner shirts CLOSES APRIL 1, 2026 @ 5pm!!! All registrations AFTER deadline will be given overflow shirts, if possible, in various colors. Size and color NOT guaranteed after 4/1/26

Bring the family! Perfect for ALL ages and fitness levels!

Team entries encouraged!  A prize will be awarded to the largest team.

Race Details:

Entrance and parking from N. 16th Street. NO ENTRANCE from Judge Ely Blvd. Race day check-in & day-of registration tables open on Saturday, May 2nd @ 7:30am. Runners will be released in waves starting with Elite Runners. All participants will follow our designated course around the ACU neighborhood & Campus. Awards will be given to top Male & Female runners in each age category *PLEASE NOTE: Race route WILL include running on city streets!! Please be aware of motorist at all times and monitor children closely!!

Early Packet Pick-Up: (Reminder - Race t-shirts color/size will be guaranteed ONLY to those registered by 5pm April 1, 2026)

Friday, May 1, 2026 at Arrow Ford, 4001 S 1st St, Abilene, TX 79605, from 12 – 6pm

All participants are encouraged to dress up in a superhero theme, and show your superhero spirit!  “Every child needs a hero, but abused children need SUPERHEROS!”

Awards for CHIP TIMED Participants include:

Overall Top Male & Female (any age, overall fastest): Trophy & $100 Gift Card Top Male & Female Youth (17 and under): Medal for age category & $50 Gift Card Top Child (fastest boy OR girl 12 or younger): Medal for age category & $25 Gift Card

Award Categories:

Age divisions: Male & Female

9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,70+

Race Day Schedule:

7:30        Check-In/Race Day Packet Pick Up

8:30        Welcome, warm-up…

8:45        National Anthem and Flag Presentation

9:00       5k Run Starts (Elite Runners 1st, Runners 2nd, Walkers/Strollers 3rd)

9:45       Awards Ceremony for Runners

10:00     “Chase the Villain” Children’s Run for 1 - 4 years (In front circle across from registration)

10:15     “Chase the Villain” Children’s Run 4 -11 years