SUPER HERO 5K

HHBK Super Hero 5K

9:00am

February 28th, 2026

Sam Smith Park

Join us for the inaugural SUPER HERO 5K!!  Our race supports 'Helping Hands for Bartow Kids' (HHBK). 

 We encourage runners to dress as their favorite Super Hero! As each of you are a hero to the children of Bartow County! 

Together We Can Make a Difference!

WHO ARE YOU SUPPORTING?

Helping Hands for Bartow Kids (HHBK) provides comprehensive support and opportunities to children in Bartow County, while empowering them to achieve their full potential. Through educational programs, healthcare initiatives, and vital social services, we aim to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and build a brighter future.

Race Location: The race Start & Finish Line(s) are located in the City of Cartersville Parks & Recreation Department’s Senior Aquatic Center at Sam Smith Park (1155 Douthit Ferry Rd. Cartersville, GA 30121.) Runners will utilize the rolling pathways of Sam Smith Park as well as the surrounding surface streets.  (Yes...we know there is some construction taking place in the park - but we have a plan for that!) 

Race Start Time: 9:00 a.m., Saturday, February 28, 2026

What to Bring: Non-perishable food & hygiene products for Allatoona Resource Center and Red Door Food Pantry

What to Wear: Dress as your favorite SUPER HERO!

Pre-Registration Packet Pick Up: Packets will be available for pick-up Friday 2/27, from 10am-6pm at the Helping Hands for Bartow's Kids office located at 115 W Cherokee Ave Suite 200 (i.e. the old "Gold Dome" Bartow County Courthouse, 2nd floor). Note: Packets will be available on race day morning but we encourage everyone to come Friday if possible to shorten the lines on race day morning!  

*** Race swag is not guaranteed for those who register on race day. ***

Awards Ceremony: 10:00 a.m. adjacent to the Sam Smith Park Sr. Aquatic Center near the Finish Line!

Awards: Awards to top 3 Overall Male & Female; Overall Masters Male & Female; Medals to top 3 in each category: (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 & over)

We look forward to you joining us for this "Super" Exciting Year 1 Race!  This is a Rain or Shine Event!