Place
75 Main Street NW
Lilburn, GA US 30047
Description
Be a Superhero! Lace-up and go the distance to help support Struggling Seniors and Elderly Veterans in our community!
Welcome to our 8th Annual Superhero 5K/1K at the Lilburn City Park
Featuring:
Superhero costume contest
Goody bag
Free t-shirt
Giveaways
Zumba special after race!!!
Awards:
• Trophies for top overall male & female finishers.
• Medals for the top 3 finishers in the following age groups for male and female: 7-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,70-99
Race Day Times:
Packet pick-up 7:00 am
Zumba warmup 7:50 am
5K run/walk 8:00 am
1K run/walk 8:30 am
New Race! Veteran Mile - 9:00 am- 1 mile around the field in honor of our elderly veterans.
Finisher medals for all veterans who complete this race.
About Us
Mending The Gap Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a unique mission: Keeping seniors healthy, independent, and connected.
Our vision is to provide personalized, one-on-one support struggling seniors including veterans, by making vital resources accessible and promoting long-term self-sufficiency. We do this through:
- Nutritious food, household essentials, personal care items and pet food delivery to atleast 700 seniors monthly
- Community engagement to reduce loneliness and isolation
- Technology education to help seniors thrive in a digital world
- Intergenerational connection, inspiring youth to uplift and support the elderly.
- Assistance with with minor home repairs and home cleaning services
Our mission goes beyond meeting immediate needs. We aim to nurture long-term well-being, reduce social isolation, and foster meaningful relationships that empower seniors to age with dignity and purpose
To learn more about our services and also for sponsorship details, please visit our website at www.mending-the-gap.org
You may also contact us at 678-978-4963. We would be honored to have your support—and thrilled to partner with you in creating a healthier, more connected community.
Race Contact Info
Sponsors
RaceJoy
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Superheroes for Seniors 5K/1K Run/Walk Event.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Virtual Results (virtual events only)
- Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
Lilburn City Park
COURSE INFO
Race Site location
Lilburn City Park
Race Registrant
Race Course: The race begins and ends in the City Park's lower parking lot.
The Course: This race course is a USATF Certified 5K Course (GA16019DJ), and as such can be used as a 2026 Peachtree Qualifier! The course will be marked with signs and mile markers. Course officials and water stations will be located throughout the route. Click the following link for an interactive course map on MapMyRun: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2738293621
This race is for expert runners as well as beginners and walkers.
Directions
Race Participant Survey
Please complete the following survey to help us better understand your race experience.
