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Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026
Location: Union City Civic Center / City Hall
Address: 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, CA
Check-In: 8:00 AM | Race Begins: 9:00 AM
Rain or Shine!
Become the Hero You Were Meant to Be
Suit up, power up, and hit the streets of Union City for our annual Superhero Fun Run! Whether you’re flying solo or running with your sidekicks, this event is packed with community spirit, friendly competition, and heroic fun for all ages.
Join hundreds of fellow heroes for a morning featuring:
💥 Official race timing for accurate results
🏅 Award medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each category
🎟️ Exciting raffle prizes and giveaways
🦸 Costume contest for the best hero (or villain) look
Community Support Makes This Event Possible
We are proud to recognize Union City Pediatric Dentistry for their generous donation in support of this year’s Superhero Fun Run. Their commitment to supporting healthy, active families in our community helps make events like this possible.
We would also like to thank Comics & Figure Addicts in Union City for contributing exciting prize donations that will make our raffle and awards even more fun for participants of all ages. Their continued support adds an extra spark of superhero magic to race day.
A Race That Gives Back
Since 2016, the Superhero Fun Run has celebrated the anniversary of the Mark Green Sports Center while supporting an important cause. A portion of every registration—$5 per participant—will be donated to the Parkinson’s Foundation through our Union City Moving Day team. Your steps make a real difference.
Race Categories
Boys/Girls 12 & Under
Boys/Girls 13–17
Men/Women 18–29
Men/Women 30–39
Men/Women 40–49
Men/Women 50–59
Men/Women 60–69
Men/Women 70+
New Haven Schools Foundation (NHSF) Fun Run -- raising funds for education enhancement and scholarships for New Haven Unified School District (Union City/South Hayward) public school students. 5K / Race, chip-timed, designed for serious runners, walkers, fitness-minded people, outdoor enthusiasts, and just for FUN!!! In addition to serious runners, the 5K is historically popular with walkers, and those with baby strollers. No dogs this year, due to proximity to New Haven Day. Serious runner are positioned near the starting line, ahead of more casual participants.
Register now! Early bird registration ends April 18th. T-shirt and swag bag guaranteed with early bird 5K registration, and t-shirt included with early bird Kid Race registration. Giveaways are not guaranteed after April 18th.