When
Friday, August 7th, 2026
Where
612 Waterloo Creek Dr., Dorchester IA
Distance
5K
About this race
🏃♂️ Race Overview
- Event: Grady's Superhero Run is a family-friendly 5k and kid's fun run.
- New Option: Virtual run option available this year.
- Celebration: In-person run will include a bounce house, kids’ games, prize giveaways, and a DJ.
- Location: Hosted in Dorchester, IA at Knotty Marie's yard with a light meal served (free will donation).
📍 Location Details
- Start Point: The race begins in front of Knotty Marie's on Waterloo Creek Dr.
- Course: The fun run will head west on Waterloo Creek Drive approximately 1.5 miles and loop back to the starting spot.
- Date: The event will take place on August 7, 2026.
- Address: 612 Waterloo Creek Dr., Dorchester, IA.
💖 Purpose of the Event
- Memorial: This run honors Grady Lundgren-Hammel, an ambitious, loving, energetic boy.
- Legacy: Grady loved agriculture and Dorchester and fought hard against a rare NUT Protein Carcinoma.
- Community Support: Grady's family received immense support from the tri-state area.
- Impact: Proceeds will support families facing medical issues and fund The Grady Lundgren-Hammel memorial scholarship at local schools.
🔗 Additional Information
- Link: More details and registration can be found at Grady's Superhero Run.
- T-Shirt Reveal: 2026 T-Shirt Reveal Coming Soon!!!
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