Run with Lily 5K & Kids Superhero Run
About this race
6th Annual Run with Lily 5K & Kids Superhero Run
Get ready for the biggest and most inspiring Run with Lily yet! This event has grown tremendously over the years, bringing together runners, walkers, and supporters from across the country—and beyond—to honor Lily Butler’s legacy and make a lasting impact on mental health awareness.
Lily was more than an exceptional student and gifted distance runner at Providence Grove High School—she was a light to those around her. With unwavering kindness, humility, and a heart for others, she had a way of making everyone feel seen and valued. Though we lost Lily far too soon to an eating disorder at the age of 17, her spirit lives on in this event, which fuels mental health support for those in need through The Oaks Therapeutic Community.
Let’s Make 2027 Our Biggest Year Yet!
Last year, we had participants from 22 states and even international runners —and this year, we're setting our sights even higher! Our goal? Runners from at least 35 states and beyond! Whether you join us in person or virtually, every step you take helps raise awareness and ensures no one has to struggle alone.
Lace Up, Team Up, Show Up!
This isn’t just a race—it’s a movement. We encourage teams from schools, workplaces, churches, and communities to train together, challenge each other, and make a difference as a united force. Let’s fill the course (and the world) with Lily’s message of kindness and hope!
The Return of the Kids Superhero Run!
Calling all little heroes! Our Kids Superhero Run is back for its third year, bringing even more energy and fun to race day. Wear your favorite superhero costume and celebrate the power of courage, kindness, and community—just as Lily would have loved.
Join Us & Be Part of Something Extraordinary!
This event isn’t just about running—it’s about hope, healing, and honoring a legacy that continues to inspire. Sign up today, spread the word, and let’s make the 6th Annual Run with Lily the most impactful one yet!
"You can be anything, be kind." – Lily Butler
Join fellow runners on March 15, 2025 for the Run with Lily 5K & Kids Superhero Run. It's a fantastic 1.6K, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Liberty.
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4th Annual - Run with Lily Kids Superhero Run (1 Mile)
Calling all young heroes: it's time to unleash your inner superhero and hit the pavement in style. Dust off those superhero Halloween costumes, channel your favorite characters, and get ready to run alongside Lily in this action-packed event! Encourage your children to gather their friends, form a team of mighty heroes, and embark on a mission to conquer the 1-mile superhero run. This is their chance to showcase their bravery, strength, and determination as they race to the finish line. But this isn't just any ordinary run—it's a journey of empowerment and camaraderie. As they dash through the course, they'll be fueled by the spirit of unity and the shared goal of making a difference in their community. So, parents, grab your capes and masks, and prepare to cheer on your pint-sized champions as they embark on this epic adventure. Let's give our kids something to inspire them, empower them, and remind them that they have the power to be real-life superheroes. Join us at the Run with Lily 1 Mile Kids Superhero Run and let's make memories that will last a lifetime!
4th Annual - Run with Lily 5K
Register by February 10, 2025 to be guaranteed a race shirt! Must pick up race packet and shirt at early packet pick up or race day. Packets, shirts, and awards will not be mailed.
4th Annual - Run with Lily 5K - VIRTUAL RUN
Run with Lily 5K - VIRTUAL RUN can be ran/walked anytime between March 1 - March 15, 2025. (No awards will be given.)
About Liberty
Run with Lily 5K & Kids Superhero Run takes place in Liberty, North Carolina, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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