Race the Helix - Greenwood
- Date Sat 16th October 2027
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Greenwood, South Carolina
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 17th Annual Race the Helix - Greenwood, taking place on Saturday, October 16, 2027, at the Greenwood Genetic Center in Greenwood, South Carolina! This inspiring event is more than just a race; it’s a heartfelt initiative aimed at raising awareness for genetic disorders and supporting vital genetic research. Participants can choose between a 5K run or walk, starting at 9:00 AM, perfect for runners, walkers, strollers, and wheelchair users alike. There’s also the Walk the Helix 1-Mile course for those looking for a shorter distance.
Join us for a day filled with community spirit, health, and fun, all while contributing to a worthy cause. With chip timing for the 5K and awards for top finishers in various age categories, this event promises excitement for everyone involved. Registration opens at 8:00 AM, so arrive early to secure your spot! Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors in Greenwood.
Join us for a day filled with community spirit, health, and fun, all while contributing to a worthy cause. With chip timing for the 5K and awards for top finishers in various age categories, this event promises excitement for everyone involved. Registration opens at 8:00 AM, so arrive early to secure your spot! Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors in Greenwood.
Organiser's Description
[Race the Helix - Greenwood logo]
17th Annual
Race the Helix - Greenwood
Inspired by one family's desire to raise awareness for genetic disorders and funding for genetic research.
Saturday, October 16, 2027 . Greenwood Genetic Center, Greenwood, SC
About the Race
Join us for the 17TH ANNUAL RACE THE HELIX-GREENWOOD race, inspired by one family's desire to raise awareness for genetic disorders and funding for genetic research! All proceeds benefit the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation.
Race Day Details
Date
Saturday, October 16, 2027
Location
Greenwood Genetic Center
Address
101 Gregor Mendel Circle, Greenwood, SC 29646
Check-In & Onsite Registration
8:00-8:45 AM on race morning
Packet Pickup
Race morning beginning at 8:00 AM . Early pickup the Friday before, 4:00-6:00 PM, at the Greenwood Genetic Center (106 Gregor Mendel Circle)
Parking
Parking is available at Greenwood Genetic Center (101 Gregor Mendel Circle, Greenwood, SC 29646). Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your start to park and check in, follow any posted signs or volunteers, and carpool if you can.
The Events
Race the Helix 5K . 9:00 AM
5K run or walk with chip timing. The course can accommodate strollers and wheelchairs.
Walk the Helix - 1 Mile . 9:00 AM
1-mile course for walkers, runners, strollers, and wheelchairs.
Virtual 5K
Race Morning Timeline
8:45 AM
Pre-race announcements and course briefing
9:00 AM
Race the Helix 5K starts
9:00 AM
Walk the Helix - 1 mile starts
9:55 AM
Awards (results are live on the race page as runners finish)
10:15 AM
Course closes
Times are based on the start times above.
Packet & T-Shirt Pickup
* Preordered Race the Helix t-shirts and 5K race bibs can be picked up at the race on Saturday morning beginning at 8:00 AM.
* Early pickup for preordered t-shirts and 5K race bibs is also available at the Greenwood Genetic Center (106 Gregor Mendel Circle) on the Friday before the race between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
T-Shirts
Order your t-shirt online when you register. There will be a very limited number of t-shirts available for sale on race day. First come, first served.
After the Race
Pre-packaged snacks and water will be provided.
Course
The course map will be posted before race day.
Start/Finish on Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Greenwood+Genetic+Center%2C+101+Gregor+Mendel+Circle%2C+Greenwood%2C+SC+29646]
Race Awards
* 1st place overall male and female
* 1st place male and female in each age group category
Age Group Categories
12 & Under13-1920-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970+
red heart Supporting the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation. For more information about the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation or to make a donation, please visit the foundation's site.
Donate to the GGC Foundation [https://www.ggc.org/foundation/donate]
Part of the Upstate Giving Series
This race is one of the community charity races in the UPSTATE GIVING SERIES, which connects local races with the Upstate nonprofits they support. Every finish counts toward the series standings.
Upstate Giving Series [https://upstategivingseries.com/]Series Standings [https://runsignup.com/Series/GivingSeries]
Race Policies
* RAIN OR SHINE: the race goes on in any weather. If lightning or severe weather makes it unsafe, the start may be delayed.
* NO REFUNDS: all registrations are final.
* RACE-DAY REGISTRATION: open on your phone until the race starts.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Thank you to the businesses and partners who make this race possible.
Genome Sponsor
[Countybank] [https://www.ecountybank.com/][Greenwood Capital Associates] [https://greenwoodcapital.com/][Nabsys] [https://www.nabsys.com/]
Helix Silver Sponsor
Education Sponsor
[Cycle Pharma] [https://cyclepharma.com/][Fulcrum Risk Solutions] [https://www.fulcrumrisksolutions.com/]
Walk the Helix Partner
[Acadia Pharmaceuticals] [https://acadia.com/en-us][Greenwood Regional Rehabilitation Hospital] [https://grrh.ernesthealth.com/][Self Regional Healthcare] [https://www.selfregional.org/][UHY] [https://uhy-us.com/][Wesley Commons Rehabilitation] [https://wesleycommons.org/]
Helix Bronze Sponsor
[Carolina Health Care Centers] [https://www.carolinahealthcenters.org/][Enviva] [https://www.envivabiomass.com/][Harley Funeral Home and Crematory] [https://www.harleyfuneralhome.com/] [http://lcwsc.com/][WC Western Carolina] [https://www.wctel.net/][Due West Specialties] [https://duewestspecialties.com/] [https://mcdonaldpatrick.com/][Velux of Greenwood] [https://www.velux.com/][Sadler Hughes Apothecary] [https://www.sadlerhughes.com/]
Shenal Family Sponsor
[https://www.cebourne.com/]
See All Sponsors [https://runsignup.com/Race/Sponsors/SC/Greenwood/RaceTheHelixGreenwood]
Volunteer With Us
Race day runs on volunteers. Pick a shift that works for you on the volunteer sign-up page.
Sign Up to Volunteer [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/SC/Greenwood/RaceTheHelixGreenwood]
Let's Stay Connected
Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaceTheHelix]
Contact the Race Director [https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/SC/Greenwood/RaceTheHelixGreenwood#contactFormSection]
17th Annual
Race the Helix - Greenwood
Inspired by one family's desire to raise awareness for genetic disorders and funding for genetic research.
Saturday, October 16, 2027 . Greenwood Genetic Center, Greenwood, SC
About the Race
Join us for the 17TH ANNUAL RACE THE HELIX-GREENWOOD race, inspired by one family's desire to raise awareness for genetic disorders and funding for genetic research! All proceeds benefit the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation.
Race Day Details
Date
Saturday, October 16, 2027
Location
Greenwood Genetic Center
Address
101 Gregor Mendel Circle, Greenwood, SC 29646
Check-In & Onsite Registration
8:00-8:45 AM on race morning
Packet Pickup
Race morning beginning at 8:00 AM . Early pickup the Friday before, 4:00-6:00 PM, at the Greenwood Genetic Center (106 Gregor Mendel Circle)
Parking
Parking is available at Greenwood Genetic Center (101 Gregor Mendel Circle, Greenwood, SC 29646). Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your start to park and check in, follow any posted signs or volunteers, and carpool if you can.
The Events
Race the Helix 5K . 9:00 AM
5K run or walk with chip timing. The course can accommodate strollers and wheelchairs.
Walk the Helix - 1 Mile . 9:00 AM
1-mile course for walkers, runners, strollers, and wheelchairs.
Virtual 5K
Race Morning Timeline
8:45 AM
Pre-race announcements and course briefing
9:00 AM
Race the Helix 5K starts
9:00 AM
Walk the Helix - 1 mile starts
9:55 AM
Awards (results are live on the race page as runners finish)
10:15 AM
Course closes
Times are based on the start times above.
Packet & T-Shirt Pickup
* Preordered Race the Helix t-shirts and 5K race bibs can be picked up at the race on Saturday morning beginning at 8:00 AM.
* Early pickup for preordered t-shirts and 5K race bibs is also available at the Greenwood Genetic Center (106 Gregor Mendel Circle) on the Friday before the race between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
T-Shirts
Order your t-shirt online when you register. There will be a very limited number of t-shirts available for sale on race day. First come, first served.
After the Race
Pre-packaged snacks and water will be provided.
Course
The course map will be posted before race day.
Start/Finish on Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Greenwood+Genetic+Center%2C+101+Gregor+Mendel+Circle%2C+Greenwood%2C+SC+29646]
Race Awards
* 1st place overall male and female
* 1st place male and female in each age group category
Age Group Categories
12 & Under13-1920-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970+
red heart Supporting the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation. For more information about the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation or to make a donation, please visit the foundation's site.
Donate to the GGC Foundation [https://www.ggc.org/foundation/donate]
Part of the Upstate Giving Series
This race is one of the community charity races in the UPSTATE GIVING SERIES, which connects local races with the Upstate nonprofits they support. Every finish counts toward the series standings.
Upstate Giving Series [https://upstategivingseries.com/]Series Standings [https://runsignup.com/Series/GivingSeries]
Race Policies
* RAIN OR SHINE: the race goes on in any weather. If lightning or severe weather makes it unsafe, the start may be delayed.
* NO REFUNDS: all registrations are final.
* RACE-DAY REGISTRATION: open on your phone until the race starts.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Thank you to the businesses and partners who make this race possible.
Genome Sponsor
[Countybank] [https://www.ecountybank.com/][Greenwood Capital Associates] [https://greenwoodcapital.com/][Nabsys] [https://www.nabsys.com/]
Helix Silver Sponsor
Education Sponsor
[Cycle Pharma] [https://cyclepharma.com/][Fulcrum Risk Solutions] [https://www.fulcrumrisksolutions.com/]
Walk the Helix Partner
[Acadia Pharmaceuticals] [https://acadia.com/en-us][Greenwood Regional Rehabilitation Hospital] [https://grrh.ernesthealth.com/][Self Regional Healthcare] [https://www.selfregional.org/][UHY] [https://uhy-us.com/][Wesley Commons Rehabilitation] [https://wesleycommons.org/]
Helix Bronze Sponsor
[Carolina Health Care Centers] [https://www.carolinahealthcenters.org/][Enviva] [https://www.envivabiomass.com/][Harley Funeral Home and Crematory] [https://www.harleyfuneralhome.com/] [http://lcwsc.com/][WC Western Carolina] [https://www.wctel.net/][Due West Specialties] [https://duewestspecialties.com/] [https://mcdonaldpatrick.com/][Velux of Greenwood] [https://www.velux.com/][Sadler Hughes Apothecary] [https://www.sadlerhughes.com/]
Shenal Family Sponsor
[https://www.cebourne.com/]
See All Sponsors [https://runsignup.com/Race/Sponsors/SC/Greenwood/RaceTheHelixGreenwood]
Volunteer With Us
Race day runs on volunteers. Pick a shift that works for you on the volunteer sign-up page.
Sign Up to Volunteer [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/SC/Greenwood/RaceTheHelixGreenwood]
Let's Stay Connected
Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RaceTheHelix]
Contact the Race Director [https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/SC/Greenwood/RaceTheHelixGreenwood#contactFormSection]
Races
-
Race the Helix 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th October 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 06 MAR 27 -
Walk the Helix - 1 Mile
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 16th October 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 06 MAR 27 -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Domestic Shipping Included)
$27.50
OPENS 06 MAR 27
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