Race the Helix - Greenwood

  • Date Sat 19th September 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Greenwood, South Carolina
  • Price Free - $27.50
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring day of community spirit and fitness at the 16th Annual Race the Helix in Greenwood! Taking place on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, this exciting event aims to raise awareness for genetic disorders while supporting the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation. Participants can choose between a 5K run or walk, perfect for all ages and abilities, as the course accommodates strollers and wheelchairs. For those looking for a shorter distance, a 1-mile course is also available.

Join the fun starting at 9:00 AM at the Greenwood Genetic Center, where pre-packaged snacks and water will be provided to keep you energized. Don’t miss the chance to compete for awards in various age categories, and be sure to check in early from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM. Online t-shirt sales close on September 5, so secure yours now for a special keepsake from this meaningful day. Let's come together to support genetic research and make a difference!

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR THE 16TH 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.



EVENT DETAILS:

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH, 2026 AT 9:00 AM - GREENWOOD GENETIC CENTER

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5K RUN OR WALK WITH CHIP TIMING (COURSE CAN ACCOMMODATE STROLLERS AND WHEELCHAIRS)

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1-MILE COURSE FOR WALKERS, RUNNERS, STROLLERS, AND WHEELCHAIRS

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PRE-PACKAGED SNACKS AND WATER WILL BE PROVIDED

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ONLINE T-SHIRT SALES WILL CLOSE ON SEPTEMBER 5. THERE WILL BE A VERY LIMITED NUMBER OF T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR SALE ON RACE DAY. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.

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CHECK-IN AND ONSITE REGISTRATION - 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM ON RACE MORNING

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AWARDS DIVISIONS

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1ST PLACE OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE

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1ST PLACE MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP CATEGORY

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12 AND UNDER

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13-19

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20-29

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30-39

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40-49

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50-59

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60-69

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70+

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PACKET/T-SHIRT PICK UP

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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.

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EARLY PICKUP FOR PREORDERED T-SHIRTS AND 5K RACE BIBS IS ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE GREENWOOD GENETIC CENTER (106 GREGOR MENDEL CIRCLE) ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 BETWEEN 4:00 PM AND 6:00 PM.

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: HTTPS://WWW.GGC.ORG/FOUNDATION/DONATE [https://www.ggc.org/foundation/donate]

Races

  • Race the Helix 5K

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 30 MAR
  • Walk the Helix - 1 Mile

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS 30 MAR
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Domestic Shipping Included)

    $27.50

    OPENS 30 MAR

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Location

Greenwood Genetic Center, 101 Gregor Mendel Circle, Greenwood, 29646, SC, United States

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