Hero-Up 5K and Kids’ Race and Virtual 5K 2026 — Tigard, OR

Date
September 5, 2026
Location
Tigard, OR
Venue
Cook Park
Start Time
5:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $35.00
Events
VIRTUAL 5K, Kids Race (In-Person!), 5K (In-Person!)
Includes
Race Shirt
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The Hero-Up 5K and Kids' Race starts at 5:00 AM, so plan your hotel stay in Tigard, Oregon accordingly if you're traveling from out of town. Held at Cook Park, the event offers a 1-mile option and a 400-meter race, making it accessible for participants across different age groups and experience levels. Entry fees range from free to $35.00, depending on which distance you choose. This September 5th race combines competitive running with family-friendly participation, so consider whether you're racing solo or bringing kids along when selecting your accommodations near the venue.

From the Race Organizer
2025 Results are HERE Welcome back!!! On September 5, 2026 we invite you to lace up your running shoes, don your cape and mask, and pound the pavement for Children's Cancer Research! 100% of race net proceeds go to children's cancer research. We are so glad to welcome everyone to Hero-Up for Children's Cancer! This year the 5K and Kids' races will be at Cook Park in Tigard. We are also offering a virtual 5K. Please register by August 4th to be guaranteed a race shirt! VIRTUAL RESULTS SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS 1. When the race officially starts on Saturday, September 5th, you’ll receive a text message and email welcoming you to the race. 2. You must complete your run between Saturday, September 5th and end of day Saturday, September 19th. 3. Submission of your race results can be done via text message or web form. 4. When submitting your results, you’ll have the option to include a link to your Strava or Garmin Connect activity. If you do this, your results will be marked as Verified. If you don't have one of these apps, you can install Strava from your phone's app store and run with your phone. 5. Results will be ranked online in the following categories: overall, gender, and age group. In the last 12 years since we started our organization, our donations have totaled $888,500 to the Pediatric Brain Tumor bank at OHSU for children's cancer research and to the Children's Cancer Therapy Development Institute. Help us increase that amount this year!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Hero-Up 5K and Kids’ Race and Virtual 5K 2026 — Tigard, OR?

Hero-Up 5K and Kids’ Race and Virtual 5K 2026 — Tigard, OR takes place on September 5, 2026. The race is held in Tigard, Oregon.

Where is Hero-Up 5K and Kids’ Race and Virtual 5K 2026 — Tigard, OR held?

Hero-Up 5K and Kids’ Race and Virtual 5K 2026 — Tigard, OR is held at Cook Park in Tigard, Oregon.

Where can I find hotels near Hero-Up 5K and Kids’ Race and Virtual 5K 2026 — Tigard, OR?

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