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Run with Lily 5K & Kids Superhero Run

Liberty, North Carolina · Saturday, March 14, 2026

The Run with Lily 5K & Kids Superhero Run is a 1 miles, 5k, kids, running, virtual, and walking event held on Saturday, March 14, 2026. It is located in Liberty, North Carolina.

Date
Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Location
Liberty, North Carolina
27298
United States
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5th 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’slegacy 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 2026 Our Biggest Year Yet!

Last year, we had participants from 10 states and even an international runner from Sweden—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 second 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 5th Annual Run with Lily the most impactful one yet!

"You can be anything, be kind." – Lily Butler

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