Spark the FREEdom 5K and 3k Run / Walk
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Greenville, South Carolina
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the Spark the FREEdom 5K and 3K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, at the beautiful Lakewood Nature Preserve in Greenville, South Carolina! This vibrant community event promises a festive celebration for all members of the Upstate Running Club family, running enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enjoy a fun-filled day outdoors. Lace up your running shoes and choose between the invigorating 5K or the more relaxed 3K distance, then stick around for a delightful post-run social featuring a potluck dinner, laughter, and dazzling fireworks lighting up the night sky.
As you soak in the summer vibes, don’t forget to bring your favorite dish or snack to share with friends and fellow participants, along with camp chairs or picnic blankets for a cozy gathering. For those wanting to extend the festivities, camping is available for just $25 per participant under the stars. Experience the thrill of running, the joy of community, and the spirit of freedom this Independence Day, all set against the stunning backdrop of nature trails and the great outdoors. Come celebrate friendship, fireworks, and free miles at Spark the FREEdom!
As you soak in the summer vibes, don’t forget to bring your favorite dish or snack to share with friends and fellow participants, along with camp chairs or picnic blankets for a cozy gathering. For those wanting to extend the festivities, camping is available for just $25 per participant under the stars. Experience the thrill of running, the joy of community, and the spirit of freedom this Independence Day, all set against the stunning backdrop of nature trails and the great outdoors. Come celebrate friendship, fireworks, and free miles at Spark the FREEdom!
Organiser's Description
SPARK THE FREEDOM 5K & 3K RUN/WALK
A FREE JULY 4TH CELEBRATION FOR THE UPSTATE RUNNING CLUB FAMILY
FRIDAY, JULY 4TH
6:30 PM 10:30 PM
LAKEWOOD NATURE PRESERVE
220 LAKEWOOD DRIVE, GREENVILLE, SC 29607
*_MEMBERSHIP OF THE UPSTATE RUNNING CLUB IS REQUIRED FOR EVENT PARTICPATION FOR A FREE ENTRY. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BECOME A MEMBER PLEASE EMAIL US @ UPSTATERACESERIES@GMAIL.COM FOR CONFIRMED DONATION AMOUNT OF $10 TO JOIN!_
LACE UP YOUR SHOES, GRAB YOUR LAWN CHAIR, AND PREPARE FOR A LITTLE RED, WHITE, AND WOO-HOO!
JOIN US ON JULY 4TH FOR A FUN AND FREE 5K OR 3K RUN/WALK AS WE CELEBRATE OUR UPSTATE RUNNING CLUB MEMBERS, RUNNING FAMILY, AND THE KIND OF SUMMER NIGHT THAT FEELS BEST WITH TRAIL DUST ON YOUR SHOES AND FIREWORKS IN THE SKY.
AFTER THE RUN, STICK AROUND FOR A POST-RUN SOCIAL, POTLUCK DINNER, FOOD, DRINKS, FIREWORKS, AND WHATEVER ZIPPITY-DO-DAH ENERGY THE NIGHT DECIDES TO BRING. THIS IS NOT A FANCY BANQUET. THIS IS A BACKYARD-STYLE, RUNNING-FAMILY FRIENDZA WHERE EVERYONE BRINGS A LITTLE SOMETHING, SHARES A FEW LAUGHS, AND HELPS TURN LAKEWOOD NATURE PRESERVE INTO THE MOST PATRIOTIC AID STATION IN GREENVILLE.
BRING A SIDE DISH, DESSERT, SNACKS, DRINKS, CAMP CHAIRS, PICNIC BLANKETS, OR ANYTHING THAT MAKES A SUMMER GATHERING BETTER. FIREWORKS ARE WELCOME TOO, BUT PLEASE KEEP IT TO THE KIND THAT LIGHTS UP THE SKY, NOT THE KIND THAT TURNS SOMEONES HAND INTO A MATH PROBLEM.
CAMPING IS AVAILABLE FOR $25 PER PARTICIPANT FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO KEEP THE FREEDOM FESTIVITIES ROLLING UNDER THE MOON AND STARS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO WATER OR POWER ON SITE, BUT WE DO HAVE PLENTY OF OPEN PARKING, BEAUTIFUL NATURE TRAILS, WILDLIFE, WIDE-OPEN SKY, AND JUST ENOUGH CONTROLLED CHAOS TO MAKE THIS A FOURTH OF JULY NIGHT WORTH REMEMBERING.
COME RUN, WALK, EAT, LAUGH, CAMP, CONTRIBUTE, AND CELEBRATE WITH THE URC COMMUNITY.
FREEDOM. FIREWORKS. FRIENDSHIP. FREE MILES.
THATS THE SPARK THE FREEDOM WAY. SPARKLES
A FREE JULY 4TH CELEBRATION FOR THE UPSTATE RUNNING CLUB FAMILY
FRIDAY, JULY 4TH
6:30 PM 10:30 PM
LAKEWOOD NATURE PRESERVE
220 LAKEWOOD DRIVE, GREENVILLE, SC 29607
*_MEMBERSHIP OF THE UPSTATE RUNNING CLUB IS REQUIRED FOR EVENT PARTICPATION FOR A FREE ENTRY. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO BECOME A MEMBER PLEASE EMAIL US @ UPSTATERACESERIES@GMAIL.COM FOR CONFIRMED DONATION AMOUNT OF $10 TO JOIN!_
LACE UP YOUR SHOES, GRAB YOUR LAWN CHAIR, AND PREPARE FOR A LITTLE RED, WHITE, AND WOO-HOO!
JOIN US ON JULY 4TH FOR A FUN AND FREE 5K OR 3K RUN/WALK AS WE CELEBRATE OUR UPSTATE RUNNING CLUB MEMBERS, RUNNING FAMILY, AND THE KIND OF SUMMER NIGHT THAT FEELS BEST WITH TRAIL DUST ON YOUR SHOES AND FIREWORKS IN THE SKY.
AFTER THE RUN, STICK AROUND FOR A POST-RUN SOCIAL, POTLUCK DINNER, FOOD, DRINKS, FIREWORKS, AND WHATEVER ZIPPITY-DO-DAH ENERGY THE NIGHT DECIDES TO BRING. THIS IS NOT A FANCY BANQUET. THIS IS A BACKYARD-STYLE, RUNNING-FAMILY FRIENDZA WHERE EVERYONE BRINGS A LITTLE SOMETHING, SHARES A FEW LAUGHS, AND HELPS TURN LAKEWOOD NATURE PRESERVE INTO THE MOST PATRIOTIC AID STATION IN GREENVILLE.
BRING A SIDE DISH, DESSERT, SNACKS, DRINKS, CAMP CHAIRS, PICNIC BLANKETS, OR ANYTHING THAT MAKES A SUMMER GATHERING BETTER. FIREWORKS ARE WELCOME TOO, BUT PLEASE KEEP IT TO THE KIND THAT LIGHTS UP THE SKY, NOT THE KIND THAT TURNS SOMEONES HAND INTO A MATH PROBLEM.
CAMPING IS AVAILABLE FOR $25 PER PARTICIPANT FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO KEEP THE FREEDOM FESTIVITIES ROLLING UNDER THE MOON AND STARS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO WATER OR POWER ON SITE, BUT WE DO HAVE PLENTY OF OPEN PARKING, BEAUTIFUL NATURE TRAILS, WILDLIFE, WIDE-OPEN SKY, AND JUST ENOUGH CONTROLLED CHAOS TO MAKE THIS A FOURTH OF JULY NIGHT WORTH REMEMBERING.
COME RUN, WALK, EAT, LAUGH, CAMP, CONTRIBUTE, AND CELEBRATE WITH THE URC COMMUNITY.
FREEDOM. FIREWORKS. FRIENDSHIP. FREE MILES.
THATS THE SPARK THE FREEDOM WAY. SPARKLES
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220 Lakewood Dr, Greenville, 29607, SC, United States
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