Cupcake 5K
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 4:00 AM CST
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run for a sweet cause at the Cupcake 5K, an inclusive event supporting CUSR scholarships for individuals with disabilities.
- Fun
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseThe Cupcake 5K is a celebratory event focused on inclusion, community, and making a difference. This accessible, timed 3.1-mile run supports the Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation (CUSR) Scholarship Fund, helping individuals with disabilities access enriching recreation programs. Participants can enjoy a high-spirited course and earn a well-deserved cupcake at the finish, all while contributing to a vital community program. Join in to run, celebrate, and create positive impact together.
What to expect
- A timed and accessible 3.1-mile course.
- Celebrate inclusion and community spirit.
- Finish with a well-earned cupcake.
Standout details
- Cupcake at the finish line
- Supports CUSR Scholarship Fund
- Accessible event
- Celebration of inclusion
Perks & features
- Medal
MedalFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
The Champaign‑Urbana Special Recreation Cupcake 5K is more than a race — it’s a celebration of inclusion, ability, and community. This timed, accessible event finishes with a well-earned cupcake and supports the CUSR Scholarship Fund.
These scholarships ensure that individuals with disabilities in OUR community CAN participate in life-enriching recreation programs regardless of financial barriers. We are proud of the impact this program creates, and we invite YOU to be part of the momentum that makes it possible.
Join us for a high-spirited event that’s packed with fun and makes a real impact, all while raising funds and awareness for the Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation Association. Let’s run, celebrate, and make a difference together!
G et ready for an unforgettable day of energy, community, and sweet celebration!