Run for the Rose Greenway 5k

  • Date Sat 17th May 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EST
  • Location Lancaster, South Carolina
  • Price $22.20 - $27.50
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the highly anticipated Run for the Rose Greenway 5K on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in the beautiful city of Lancaster, South Carolina! This inaugural race promises a fantastic experience as participants navigate the scenic Lindsay Pettus Greenway, a picturesque hard surface trail that showcases the area's natural beauty, featuring diverse wildlife and stunning public art. The race kicks off at 8:30 AM, making it a perfect start to your Saturday morning.

Not only will you enjoy a vibrant 5K run, but you'll also be supporting a great cause, as all proceeds benefit the United Way of Lancaster County, addressing vital community needs in health, education, and financial security. After the race, don’t miss the chance to continue the fun at the nearby Red Rose Festival, where family activities, live music, delicious food vendors, and much more await! Secure your spot by April 30 to guarantee your race t-shirt and get ready to enjoy a day filled with community spirit and excitement!

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR THE UNITED WAY RUN FOR THE ROSE GREENWAY 5K

MAY 18, 2024 AT 8:30 AM



LOCATION ADDRESS:

459 COLONIAL AVENUE LANCASTER SC 29720 THIS IS THE COMPORIUM COMMUNICATIONS TRAIL ACCESS TO THE LINDSAY PETTUS GREENWAY AT THE LANCASTER COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.

PARTICIPANTS SHOULD PARK ACROSS THE STREET IN THE VISITOR LOT OF THE LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL STADIUM. PLEASE PARK IN THE CENTER OF THE LONG LOT.



BENEFIT/MISSION: ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE UNITED WAY OF LANCASTER COUNTY [https://www.uwaylcsc.org/] TO ADDRESS THE MOST PRESSING NEEDS IN THE AREAS OF HEALTH, EDUCATION AND FINANCIAL SECURITY IN OUR COMMUNITY. UNITED WAY FUNDS PROGRAMS IN 17 LOCAL NONPROFITS AND HAS 8 INITIATIVES TO IMPACT THESE AREAS AND SERVES AS THE LEAD ORGANIZATION FOR THE LANCASTER AREA COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS, UNITING THE COMMUNITY IN PURPOSE TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE AND EFFECTS OF HOMELESSNESS IN LANCASTER COUNTY.



COURSE DESCRIPTION: RUN FOR THE ROSE THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL LINDSAY PETTUS GREENWAY [https://lindsaypettusgreenway.org/], A HARD SURFACE TRAIL INCORPORATING ASPHALT, GRAVEL, AND BOARDWALK SURFACES. THE GREENWAY WINDS THROUGH NATURE WITH 171 SPECIES OF TREES, SHRUBS AND WILDFLOWERS, GILLS CREEK, AND 2 PUBLIC ART TUNNELS. IT WILL BE A GOOD LOCATION FOR A FAST OUT AND BACK RACE, AND MORE LEISURELY RUNNERS MIGHT SEE MEMBERS OF THE GREENWAYS 129 SPECIES OF BIRDS OR 25 SPECIES OF MAMMALS.



THE RACE FOR THE ROSE WILL BE THE INAUGURAL 5K ON THE GREENWAY AND WE ARE SO EXCITED THAT YOU WILL JOIN US! AFTER THE RACE YOU CAN HEAD JUST A MILE DOWN THE ROAD TO THE RED ROSE FESTIVAL [https://www.lancastercitysc.com/community-festivals/red-rose-festival/?fbclid=IwAR2MZiTzDGN8Ds0aPsNSXVtdO-e4ZVtHG9Nfwu0VWZB7svwnbbQLtfgoGlA], THE SIGNATURE EVENT OF THE CITY OF LANCASTER, FOR FAMILY FUN. THERE WILL BE CRAFT AND BUSINESS VENDORS, FOOD VENDORS, A KIDS ZONE, LIVE MUSIC, AN ANTIQUE CAR SHOW, A DOG SHOW AND LOTS MORE!



T-SHIRT DEADLINES: SIGN UP BY APRIL 30 FOR GUARANTEED SHIRT (ADULT) SIZE



SPECIAL NOTE: DUE TO AN OVERWHELMING RESPONSE, WE MAY NOT HAVE EXTRA R4TR MERCH FOR REGISTRATIONS OVER THE FIRST 100.



PACKET PICKUP:

FRIDAY, MAY 17 FROM 5:00-7:00 PM AT FIVE GRANDS COFFEE AND CREAMERY, 947A NORTH MAIN STREET IN LANCASTER. THIS IS JUST A COUPLE OF BLOCKS FROM THE RACE SITE AND THE GREENWAY.

SATURDAY, MAY 18 BEGINNING AT 7:30 AM AT 459 COLONIAL AVENUE, RACE HEADQUARTERS PARTICIPANTS SHOULD PARK ACROSS THE STREET IN THE VISITOR LOT OF THE LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL STADIUM. PLEASE PARK IN THE CENTER OF THE LONG LOT.



PAPER REGISTRATIONS CAN BE MAILED TO:

R4TR @ UNITED WAY OF LANCASTER COUNTY

P O BOX 56

LANCASTER SC 29721



QUESTIONS ABOUT THE RACE: CALL ASHLEY AT UNITED WAY OF LANCASTER COUNTY, 803-283-8923



AWARDS: 1ST PLACE AND 2ND PLACE AND 3RD PLACE OVERALL (M&F) PLUS AGE GROUP WINNERS (M&F)

AGE GROUPS: 13 AND UNDER, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60- 69, 70+

Races

  • Race for the Rose- 5k Timed

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th May 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

  • Wild Rose Stampede- Untimed

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th May 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $22.20

    Wanna join the fun, but maybe you don't run? Take a romp down the Greenway with us as an offical Romp for the Rose participant! You'll still get a Race T-shirt and support the work of the United Way.

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459 Colonial Avenue, Lancaster, 29720, SC, United States

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