2026 Christalis Superhero 5K Run/Walk
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Points count towards our Year-Long 5k & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards our Summer Series. Find more info about the series here.
Registration coming soon
Please note that Bishop’s Events promo/discount codes cannot be used to register for this event.
Grab your capes and tights and join us on September 27, 2026 for our Superhero 5k!
Proceeds from the event go directly to help the kids in our programs.
Virtual Race Option
We now offer a virtual run option for those who cannot make it on race day. Find more information about our virtual option on our Virtual Races page.
Runners Receive
Finisher’s Medal, Event Shirt, & A Chip Timed Event
Charity Information
Race Start Times
Registration & Packet Pickup – 8am
Little Hero Dash – 8:35 am
Warm up – 8:45am
5k – 9am
Awards Ceremony & Costume Contest – 10:20am
Registration Fees
5k – $35, until Sept 26 ($40 race day)
Little Hero Dash – $7
T-shirts guaranteed to runners registered before Sept 14. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.
T-Shirt Design
T-shirt design for the race is available here as soon as it has been approved.
Race Medal Design
Race medal designs can be viewed on the Friday before the race on the Bishops Events Facebook page or our Instagram page.
Course Map
Live Race Results
Live results will be posted on Athlinks.com. Additionally, there will be a QR code at the race for you to scan to immediately view your results. Final race results with series points will be posted to our website on the Monday following your race.
Runner tracking is now available when you sign up for a race with Bishop’s Events. Click on the green SMS button (see example below) at the end of your registration and have your race updates sent to your mobile device as well as those of your friends & family so they can track your race progress.
Awards
Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male & female finishers. Awards will be given to the top 2 males & top 2 females in the following age groups: 15&under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
The Little Hero Dash will have awards for ages 5-6, 7-8, & 9-10.
Awards will be given for the Best Superhero Costume for ages under 5, 5-6, 7-8, & 8+.
Photos
We will post any photos taken by staff on our Facebook page by Tuesday after the event.
Social Media Challenge
On Tuesdays, we pick our favorite Instagram or Facebook post from the previous race weekend. The winner will receive 50% off a future race! Make sure to tag us in your race photos at:
Instagram: BishopsEventsLLC
Facebook: BishopsEvents
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup is available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before your event start time to check-in.
Packet pick-up is at the registration tent on the WAU Commons.
Race Day Registration
There will be race day registration. Participants will need to arrive approximately one hour before the race to register for the event. T-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for race day registers.
Water Stations
There are two water stations along the race route.
Restrooms
Portajohns will be available at the event. Bathrooms will also be available inside the building.
Weather Policy
Weekly weather reports are posted on the Thursday before race weekends on our Facebook page. Race officials may delay, change or postpone the event due to weather conditions. All registered runners will be notified via email of any changes. In most cases, a decision is not made until the night before the race, and a decision could come as late as the morning of the event.
Refunds & Transfers
To view our full refund/transfer policy, click here.
Directions to Parking
The race starts & ends at Washington Adventist University, 7600 Flower Ave., Takoma Park, MD 20912. Visit 5k | Christalis for more information about parking.
Points count towards our Year-Long 5k & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards our Summer Series. Find more info about the series here.
Registration coming soon
Please note that Bishop’s Events promo/discount codes cannot be used to register for this event.
Grab your capes and tights and join us on September 27, 2026 for our Superhero 5k!
Proceeds from the event go directly to help the kids in our programs.
Virtual Race Option
We now offer a virtual run option for those who cannot make it on race day. Find more information about our virtual option on our Virtual Races page.
Runners Receive
Finisher’s Medal, Event Shirt, & A Chip Timed Event
Charity Information
Race Start Times
Registration & Packet Pickup – 8am
Little Hero Dash – 8:35 am
Warm up – 8:45am
5k – 9am
Awards Ceremony & Costume Contest – 10:20am
Registration Fees
5k – $35, until Sept 26 ($40 race day)
Little Hero Dash – $7
T-shirts guaranteed to runners registered before Sept 14. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.
T-Shirt Design
T-shirt design for the race is available here as soon as it has been approved.
Race Medal Design
Race medal designs can be viewed on the Friday before the race on the Bishops Events Facebook page or our Instagram page.
Course Map
Live Race Results
Live results will be posted on Athlinks.com. Additionally, there will be a QR code at the race for you to scan to immediately view your results. Final race results with series points will be posted to our website on the Monday following your race.
Runner tracking is now available when you sign up for a race with Bishop’s Events. Click on the green SMS button (see example below) at the end of your registration and have your race updates sent to your mobile device as well as those of your friends & family so they can track your race progress.
Awards
Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male & female finishers. Awards will be given to the top 2 males & top 2 females in the following age groups: 15&under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
The Little Hero Dash will have awards for ages 5-6, 7-8, & 9-10.
Awards will be given for the Best Superhero Costume for ages under 5, 5-6, 7-8, & 8+.
Photos
We will post any photos taken by staff on our Facebook page by Tuesday after the event.
Social Media Challenge
On Tuesdays, we pick our favorite Instagram or Facebook post from the previous race weekend. The winner will receive 50% off a future race! Make sure to tag us in your race photos at:
Instagram: BishopsEventsLLC
Facebook: BishopsEvents
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup is available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before your event start time to check-in.
Packet pick-up is at the registration tent on the WAU Commons.
Race Day Registration
There will be race day registration. Participants will need to arrive approximately one hour before the race to register for the event. T-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for race day registers.
Water Stations
There are two water stations along the race route.
Restrooms
Portajohns will be available at the event. Bathrooms will also be available inside the building.
Weather Policy
Weekly weather reports are posted on the Thursday before race weekends on our Facebook page. Race officials may delay, change or postpone the event due to weather conditions. All registered runners will be notified via email of any changes. In most cases, a decision is not made until the night before the race, and a decision could come as late as the morning of the event.
Refunds & Transfers
To view our full refund/transfer policy, click here.
Directions to Parking
The race starts & ends at Washington Adventist University, 7600 Flower Ave., Takoma Park, MD 20912. Visit 5k | Christalis for more information about parking.
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7600 Flower Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912-7744, United States
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