Race The Helix - Greenwood
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- 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 at the 15th Annual Race The Helix - Greenwood, taking place on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, at the Greenwood Genetic Center! This exciting event aims to raise awareness for genetic disorders while supporting vital funding for genetic research. Participants can choose between a 5K run or walk, equipped with chip timing, and a 1-mile course perfect for walkers, runners, strollers, and wheelchairs. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with check-in starting at 8:00 AM, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
Join us in this heartwarming community event where every step taken contributes to a greater cause. Enjoy pre-packaged snacks and water along the route, and don't forget to grab your limited-edition Race The Helix t-shirt! Awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, making this event a celebration of both health and hope. Mark your calendars and be part of a day that not only promotes wellness but also makes a difference for the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation!
Join us in this heartwarming community event where every step taken contributes to a greater cause. Enjoy pre-packaged snacks and water along the route, and don't forget to grab your limited-edition Race The Helix t-shirt! Awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, making this event a celebration of both health and hope. Mark your calendars and be part of a day that not only promotes wellness but also makes a difference for the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 15TH 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 20TH, 2025 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 4. 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]
EVENT DETAILS:
*
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH, 2025 AT 9:00 AM - GREENWOOD GENETIC CENTER
*
5K RUN OR WALK WITH CHIP TIMING (COURSE CAN ACCOMMODATE STROLLERS AND WHEELCHAIRS)
*
1-MILE COURSE FOR WALKERS, RUNNERS, STROLLERS, AND WHEELCHAIRS
*
PRE-PACKAGED SNACKS AND WATER WILL BE PROVIDED
*
ONLINE T-SHIRT SALES WILL CLOSE ON SEPTEMBER 4. THERE WILL BE A VERY LIMITED NUMBER OF T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR SALE ON RACE DAY. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.
*
CHECK-IN AND ONSITE REGISTRATION - 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM ON RACE MORNING
*
AWARDS DIVISIONS
*
1ST PLACE OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE
*
1ST PLACE MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP CATEGORY
*
12 AND UNDER
*
13-19
*
20-29
*
30-39
*
40-49
*
50-59
*
60-69
*
70+
*
PACKET/T-SHIRT PICK UP
*
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 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]
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