In Villa Park, a superhero costume can mean more than a fun morning out: it can help a child build independence.

The Superhero Hustle 5K invites families to run, walk or roll while supporting children with developmental delays or disabilities.

It is a superhero charity run built around a simple idea: everyone has something to contribute, whatever their pace.

Participants can create a fundraising team or take part as an individual superhero, making the 5K fundraiser as much about community spirit as finishing times.

Proceeds support Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley and its work helping children pursue milestones such as first steps, first words and greater independence.

For families navigating those challenges, small breakthroughs can carry enormous emotional weight, and a morning of community support can feel personal.

That purpose gives the colorful costumes and cheerful race-day atmosphere a deeper meaning without taking away from the fun.

According to the event schedule, registration and check-in run from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m., followed by the 5K at 9 a.m.

The one-mile walk and fun run starts at 9:03 a.m., offering another way for families to join in.

The celebration continues after the course, with activities scheduled to begin at 9:45 a.m. rather than ending at the finish line.

Live music, yard games, a photo booth and raffle prizes are among the planned attractions for children and adults.

At 10:45 a.m., the program is set to recognize sponsors, fundraisers and race finishers for their contributions.

A performance by the Jesse White Tumblers is scheduled for 11 a.m., adding another family-friendly moment to the morning.

The raffle drawing and silent auction are scheduled to close at 11:15 a.m., with the event wrapping up at noon.

For Villa Park neighbors, the invitation is refreshingly open: there is room for fast runners, leisurely walkers and participants who roll.

Parents can make a day of it with their children, while friends and coworkers can turn fundraising into a shared goal.

The real win is helping children move toward possibilities that once felt out of reach.

That is the heart of this 5K fundraiser, where showing up in a cape—or simply showing up—can make a difference.