Run With All Your Heart 5k

  • Date Sat 26th September 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Columbia, South Carolina
  • Price $31.40
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join the excitement at the Run With All Your Heart 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Columbia, South Carolina! This vibrant event, held at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, begins at 9:00 AM and promises a fantastic morning filled with energy, community spirit, and a noble cause. Participants of all ages and running abilities are invited to lace up their sneakers for this fun run dedicated to supporting pediatric cancer research.

Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and register as a team to enjoy a $5 discount per person with groups of four or more! Not only will you be running for a great cause, but the top three teams will also receive special awards on race day, adding an extra layer of motivation. With packet pick-up starting at 8:00 AM, you can easily get ready for the race and join fellow participants in making a meaningful impact. Every step you take helps fund critical research that can change livesβ€”so let’s run, enjoy, and make a difference together!

Organiser's Description

JOIN CURING KIDS CANCER FOR THE ANNUAL RUN WITH ALL YOUR HEART 5K FUN RUN IN COLUMBIA, SC!

Created by Future Leaders in Medicine Group, this event unites medical students from across the country in the fight against childhood cancer. This initiative supports critical pediatric research projects that make a difference in childrens lives.

When & Where?
Saturday, September 26th
alarm clock Race Start: 9:00 AM
University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, SC

Join as a Team & SAVE!
Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and register as a TEAM! Teams of 4 or more will SAVE $5 per person on individual registration fees. Plus, the Top 3 Teams will receive a special award on race dayso rally your crew and run for a cause!

This event is open to all ages and running abilitieswhether you're a competitive runner or just want to enjoy a fun morning for a great cause.

We cant wait to see you there!

PACKET PICK-UP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION

Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration
Location: Near the start/finish line at 6311 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC 29209
Date & Time: Saturday, September 26th
Packet Pick-Up Opens: 8:00 AM
Race Starts: 9:00 AM

Online Registration: Available until midnight on September 19th
Race Day Registration: Sign up in person before the race on September 20th

Every stride supports pediatric cancer research, and together, we can make a difference. See you at the starting line! male sign

EXCITING NEWS FOR OUR RUN WITH ALL YOUR HEART 5K PARTICIPANTS! A HUGE HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO CRAFT & DRAFT FOR THEIR GENEROSITY AND FOR BEING SUCH A GREAT COMMUNITY PARTNER. LET'S RUN, EAT, DRINK, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCETOGETHER!

Location: Craft & Draft Brewery - Devine Street- Columbia SC 29205
Date & Time: Friday, September 25th, from 4:00 PM 6:30 PM



Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration
Location: Near the start/finish line at 6311 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC 29209
Date & Time: Saturday, September 26th
Packet Pick-Up Opens: 8:00 AM
Race Starts: 9:00 AM

Online Registration: Available until midnight on September 19th
Race Day Registration: Sign up in person before the race on September 20th

Every stride supports pediatric cancer research, and together, we can make a difference. See you at the starting line! male sign

RACE CONTACT INFO

If you have any questions about this race, please the contact the race director at erin@gritendurancesc.com

RACE AWARDS

At the Run With All Your Heart 5K, every step you take helps fund lifesaving childhood cancer researchand were celebrating your efforts with some heartfelt awards!

Awards will be given to the Top 3 finishers in each of the following categories:

Overall Winners Top 3 Male & Female
Masters Champions (40+) Top 3 Male & Female

Age Group Awards (Top 3 in each category):
5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | red heart 40-44 | male sign 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | star 70-74 | 75-79 | 80 & above

Top Team A wards!
Gather your squad and run for a cause! The Top 3 Teams with the most heart (and the fastest feet!) will receive a special team award on race day. Whether youre running in honor of a loved one, a brave little fighter, or just for the fun of ityour teams impact will go far beyond the finish line!

Lace up, run with heart, and lets make a difference together! red heartfemale sign

RACE DAY PARKING

Race Location: 6311 Garners Ferry Road
Parking will be available close to the race start/finish line.
Please turn into Medical School Drive, which is the entrance just up from the VA entrance off Garners Ferry Road. Look for signs and volunteers to guide you to the designated lots.

RUN WITH ALL YOUR HEART SPOTIFY PLAYLIST

Run With All Your Heart 5K Playlist
Every great race deserves a great soundtrack! Weve put together an official Run With All Your Heart 5K playlist filled with upbeat tunes to keep your energy high and your stride strong.

You might even catch our awesome volunteers blasting these jams out on the courseso dont be surprised if you find yourself running (and dancing) with a little extra pep in your step. Lace up, turn it up, and run with all your heart! female sign

ABOUT FUTURE LEADERS IN MEDICINE

The Curing Kids Cancer Future Leaders in Medicine program, co-founded by Brandon Gettleman and Kirklen Petersen at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia in October 2020, is a nationwide network of student-driven servant leaders.

Our mission is to cultivate future physicians with a passion for cures. We provide a turn-key, reproducible 5K and family fun day template for student leaders across the U.S. to create lasting community impact. Additionally, we offer funded research internships for aspiring physicians at all levels, mentorship opportunities, and an educational series.

Join us in supporting Curing Kids Cancer to help find cures for childhood cancer in our lifetime!

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $1.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $31.40

    Whether you're a seasoned runner or just in it for fun, this event is for all ages and fitness levels! Every step you take helps fund lifesaving childhood cancer research, supporting critical local pediatric projects.

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