Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 30th January 2027
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Piedmont, South Carolina
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the new year with a thrilling adventure at the Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk! This exciting event is set to take place on Saturday, January 30, 2027, at the stunning Lakeside Park in Piedmont, Greenville. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a leisurely walker, or simply looking to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friend (on a leash, of course!), this trail race offers something for everyone. The course features a scenic, rolling trail that winds through the woods, making it perfect for both beginners eager to test their trail shoes and advanced runners looking to pick up some speed.
As you embark on this invigorating 8K journey, you’ll appreciate the well-marked paths and refreshing winter air. Expect new swag, apparel, and medals to be unveiled, ensuring that every participant leaves with a memorable keepsake! Plus, the first 100 registrants will receive custom race socks to celebrate their early commitment. Mark your calendars, because registration opens on August 1st! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join fellow outdoor enthusiasts and make lasting memories at the Ice Breaker 8K!
As you embark on this invigorating 8K journey, you’ll appreciate the well-marked paths and refreshing winter air. Expect new swag, apparel, and medals to be unveiled, ensuring that every participant leaves with a memorable keepsake! Plus, the first 100 registrants will receive custom race socks to celebrate their early commitment. Mark your calendars, because registration opens on August 1st! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join fellow outdoor enthusiasts and make lasting memories at the Ice Breaker 8K!
Organiser's Description
_UDPATES FOR 2027 RACES COMING SOON! _
_POTENTIAL UPDATES TO COURSE, LOCATION, TIME_
_NEW SWAG, APPAREL, MEDALS, AND MORE! _
_REGISTRATION SET TO OPEN FOR THIS RACE ON AUGUST 1ST_
_THE FIRST 100 PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE CUSTOM RACE SOCKS_
ICE BREAKER 8K
_LAKESIDE PARK - PIEDMONTH SC_
TRAIL RACE TO WARM UP THIS WINTER
THE ICE BREAKER 8K IS BACK AND SQUARE ONE EVENTS WILL BE HOSTING IT FOR THE 5TH TIME AT LAKESIDE PARK IN PIEDMONT, SC. THE TRAIL SYSTEM AT LAKESIDE PARK IS IDEAL FOR BEGINNERS LOOKING TO TEST OUT THEIR TRAIL SHOES OR EVEN ADVANCED RUNNERS LOOKING TO FIND SOME SPEED AROUND THE VARIOUS SWITCHBACKS AND TURNS!
THE COURSE WILL FEATURE A ROLLING RUN/WALK/HIKE THROUGH THE WOODS USING THE "EVERY MINUTE TRAIL" AND "ALL DAY, BABY TRAIL". WE NEVER KNOW WHAT THE WEATHER WILL BE LIKE, BUT WE KNOW YOU'LL HAVE A GREAT TIME TOGETHER. COME JOIN THE FUN AND ADD THIS RACE TO YOUR EARLY SEASON SCHEDULE NOW. RUNNERS, WALKERS, HIKERS AND FURRY FRIENDS (ON LEASH) ARE WELCOME. DUE TO THE TERRAIN, STROLLERS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED.
START/FINISH & PARKING
START/FINISH WILL BE BETWEEN THE BASEBALL DIAMONDS AND THE FOOTBALL FIELD ON THE EAST SIDE OF LAKESIDE PARK. PARKING IS AVAILABLE IN THE MARKED SPACES AROUND THE BASEBALL FIELDS.
WHAT: ICE BREAKER 8K TRAIL RACE
WHEN: SATURDAY JANUARY 31, 2026
TIME: RACE STARTS @ 9:00AM
WHERE: LAKESIDE PARK, 1500 PIEDMONT HWY, PIEDMONT, SC 29673
PACKET PICKUP: 1 HOUR PRIOR TO YOUR RACE START TIME NEAR STARTING LINE
AID STATION: WILL BE LOCATED ON THE COURSE AT 2 SEPARATE MILE MARKERS
COURSE MAP HERE - ALL TRAILS MAP [https://www.strava.com/routes/3405942965013654460]
SINGLE TRACK TRAILS THAT ARE BEGINNER FRIENDLY WITH MINIMAL ROOTS AND JUST A FEW GRADUAL INCLINES. THE COURSE STARTS WITH A SHORT LAP AROUND THE BASEBALL DIAMOND SIDEWALK TO SPACE OUT THE 150 RUNNERS BEFORE HEADING INTO THE TRAIL HEAD WHICH INCLUDES SEVERAL UNDULATIONS, SWITCH BACKS AND A CENTRAL HUB WHERE OUR AID STATION WILL BE LOCATED. YOU WILL PASS BY THIS HUB AND THE AID STATION TWICE BEFORE RETURNING ON THE ALL DAY TRAIL TO THE FINISH LINE!
RACE AWARDS, AGE GROUP POINT SERIES, CHIP TIMING
*
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHERS MEDAL
*
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL
*
TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE AGE GROUP
*
AGE GROUP CATEGORIES
*
1-9
*
10-19
*
20-24
*
25-29
*
30-34
*
35-39
*
40-44
*
45-49
*
50-54
*
55-59
*
60-64
*
65-69
*
70+
_POTENTIAL UPDATES TO COURSE, LOCATION, TIME_
_NEW SWAG, APPAREL, MEDALS, AND MORE! _
_REGISTRATION SET TO OPEN FOR THIS RACE ON AUGUST 1ST_
_THE FIRST 100 PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE CUSTOM RACE SOCKS_
ICE BREAKER 8K
_LAKESIDE PARK - PIEDMONTH SC_
TRAIL RACE TO WARM UP THIS WINTER
THE ICE BREAKER 8K IS BACK AND SQUARE ONE EVENTS WILL BE HOSTING IT FOR THE 5TH TIME AT LAKESIDE PARK IN PIEDMONT, SC. THE TRAIL SYSTEM AT LAKESIDE PARK IS IDEAL FOR BEGINNERS LOOKING TO TEST OUT THEIR TRAIL SHOES OR EVEN ADVANCED RUNNERS LOOKING TO FIND SOME SPEED AROUND THE VARIOUS SWITCHBACKS AND TURNS!
THE COURSE WILL FEATURE A ROLLING RUN/WALK/HIKE THROUGH THE WOODS USING THE "EVERY MINUTE TRAIL" AND "ALL DAY, BABY TRAIL". WE NEVER KNOW WHAT THE WEATHER WILL BE LIKE, BUT WE KNOW YOU'LL HAVE A GREAT TIME TOGETHER. COME JOIN THE FUN AND ADD THIS RACE TO YOUR EARLY SEASON SCHEDULE NOW. RUNNERS, WALKERS, HIKERS AND FURRY FRIENDS (ON LEASH) ARE WELCOME. DUE TO THE TERRAIN, STROLLERS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED.
START/FINISH & PARKING
START/FINISH WILL BE BETWEEN THE BASEBALL DIAMONDS AND THE FOOTBALL FIELD ON THE EAST SIDE OF LAKESIDE PARK. PARKING IS AVAILABLE IN THE MARKED SPACES AROUND THE BASEBALL FIELDS.
WHAT: ICE BREAKER 8K TRAIL RACE
WHEN: SATURDAY JANUARY 31, 2026
TIME: RACE STARTS @ 9:00AM
WHERE: LAKESIDE PARK, 1500 PIEDMONT HWY, PIEDMONT, SC 29673
PACKET PICKUP: 1 HOUR PRIOR TO YOUR RACE START TIME NEAR STARTING LINE
AID STATION: WILL BE LOCATED ON THE COURSE AT 2 SEPARATE MILE MARKERS
COURSE MAP HERE - ALL TRAILS MAP [https://www.strava.com/routes/3405942965013654460]
SINGLE TRACK TRAILS THAT ARE BEGINNER FRIENDLY WITH MINIMAL ROOTS AND JUST A FEW GRADUAL INCLINES. THE COURSE STARTS WITH A SHORT LAP AROUND THE BASEBALL DIAMOND SIDEWALK TO SPACE OUT THE 150 RUNNERS BEFORE HEADING INTO THE TRAIL HEAD WHICH INCLUDES SEVERAL UNDULATIONS, SWITCH BACKS AND A CENTRAL HUB WHERE OUR AID STATION WILL BE LOCATED. YOU WILL PASS BY THIS HUB AND THE AID STATION TWICE BEFORE RETURNING ON THE ALL DAY TRAIL TO THE FINISH LINE!
RACE AWARDS, AGE GROUP POINT SERIES, CHIP TIMING
*
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A FINISHERS MEDAL
*
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL
*
TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE AGE GROUP
*
AGE GROUP CATEGORIES
*
1-9
*
10-19
*
20-24
*
25-29
*
30-34
*
35-39
*
40-44
*
45-49
*
50-54
*
55-59
*
60-64
*
65-69
*
70+
Races
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Ice Breaker 8K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 30th January 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS 01 AUGRunners, walkers & hikers welcome. No strollers. Dogs welcome on leash.
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