Superhero 5K

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Melbourne, FL; The Avenue Viera, 2261 Town Center Ave., 32940
Type: RUN

At a glance

Unite as a superhero for a cause at this family-friendly 5K and 1M fun run, supporting foster children in Brevard County.

Fun
Competitive
Quirky
For a Cause

Who it's for

Beginner Friendly
Family Friendly

Great for: beginners, families

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the Annual Superhero 5K and One Mile Fun Run in Melbourne, FL, a vibrant event designed for all ages and abilities. Embrace your inner hero by dressing in costume and choosing your team, Marvel or DC, which determines your performance shirt color. This family-friendly run/walk is more than just a race; it's a powerful way to support local foster children in need through Friends of Children of Brevard. Enjoy a morning of movement, community spirit, and making a tangible difference in a child's life.

What to expect

Expect a spirited morning where you can run or walk as your favorite superhero.
Enjoy a dedicated kids run and a lively mascot race.
Contribute to a vital cause, helping foster children in the local community.

Standout details

Dress as your favorite superhero
Mascot race and kids run
Support local foster children
Choose Team Marvel or Team DC shirt

Perks & features

Medal
Shirt

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 7:30 AM EDT · From $28.00
Opens Oct 1, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM EDT · From $33.00
Opens Oct 1, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM EDT · From $28.00
Opens Oct 1, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

+ 2 more options

5K
Sat, Apr 25, 7:30 AM EDT · From $44.95
Opens Oct 1, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Apr 25, 7:30 AM EDT · From $44.95
Opens Oct 1, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Family-oriented

From the organizer

Superhero 5K & One Mile Fun Run

Saturday, April 25th, 2026

1M - 7:30 AM; 5K - 8:00 AM

The Annual Superhero Run is a fun, family-friendly 5K run/walk that brings our community together to support local foster children in need. Hosted by Friends of Children of Brevard, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, this event raises vital funds to help abused, abandoned, and neglected children right here in Brevard County. Every step you take makes a difference in a child’s life.

Timetable:

Friday, April 24th

10:00 AM - 6:30 PM: Packet Pickup & Registration at Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne)

Saturday, April 25th – The Avenue

6:30 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration

7:20 AM: Late Registration Ends for 1 Mile

7:30 AM: 1 Mile Run/Walk START!

7:50 AM: Late Registration Ends for 5K

8:00 AM: 5K START!

9:15 AM: Kids Run & Mascot Run!!

**Immediately following the 5K:

Mascot Race- Cheer on your favorite mascot!

FREE kids run for the little ones

5K Individual Awards:

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top Masters (40+) Male & Female

Top 3 Male & Female in each Age Group: 8 & Under, 9-11, 12-14, 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+

5K Team Awards Only:

Top 3 Fastest Teams (Teams of 4 - must be co-ed)

Top school with the Most Participation, Best Costume (Male, Female, and Child), and Fastest Mascot (Mascot Race)

1 Mile Individual Awards Only:

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top Masters (40+) Male & Female

Top 3 Male & Female in each Age Group: 8 & Under, 9-11, 12-14, 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+

Rain or Shine – No Refunds

All participants will receive a Superhero Finisher Medal!

Choose your side! Team Marvel (Red) or Team DC (Blue) – your choice determines the color of your performance T-shirt. (Register by 3/31 to guarantee your shirt size.)

Superhero Challenge includes 1 shirt, 1-mile finisher medal, and 5K challenge medal.

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