Spartanburg Run for Babies 5k by March of Dimes
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Spartanburg, South Carolina
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 5th Annual Spartanburg Run for Babies 5K on April 18th, 2026, in Spartanburg, South Carolina! This exciting event, starting at 9:00 AM, is not just a race; it's a powerful initiative to support the incredible work of March of Dimes in improving maternal and infant health. Participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere while running to help ensure every family gets the best possible start.
The day kicks off with registration and check-in at 8:00 AM, followed by heartfelt opening remarks at 8:20 AM. Families can also engage in the Kids' Superhero Sprint, a fun run for children aged 12 and under, where every little participant receives a superhero cape and mask! With discounted pricing for children under 12 and awards for the top finishers in each age group, this event promises to be a fun-filled day for everyone. Come be a part of this meaningful cause and help create a healthier future for moms and babies in our community!
The day kicks off with registration and check-in at 8:00 AM, followed by heartfelt opening remarks at 8:20 AM. Families can also engage in the Kids' Superhero Sprint, a fun run for children aged 12 and under, where every little participant receives a superhero cape and mask! With discounted pricing for children under 12 and awards for the top finishers in each age group, this event promises to be a fun-filled day for everyone. Come be a part of this meaningful cause and help create a healthier future for moms and babies in our community!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 5TH ANNUAL SPARTANBURG RUN FOR BABIES 5K!
JOIN US FOR THE SPARTANBURG RUN FOR BABIES 5K! THIS 5K BENEFITS MARCH OF DIMES AND THE INCREDIBLE WORK THEY DO EACH AND EVERY DAY. EVERY FAMILY DESERVES THE BEST POSSIBLE START. BUT THATS JUST NOT THE CASE. EACH YEAR, ONE WOMAN DIES EVERY 12 HOURS FROM PREGNANCY-RELATED CAUSES, AND 1 IN 9 BABIES IN SOUTH CAROLINA IS BORN TOO SOON. WITH YOUR HELP, WE CAN CHANGE THAT. WE ARE FOCUSED ON ONE THING: HELPING MORE MOMS AND BABIES BE HEALTHY AND STRONG. OUR ANNUAL MARCH FOR BABIES AND RUN FOR BABIES CAMPAIGNS ARE OUR LARGEST WEAPON AGAINST THE HEARTACHES THAT EXIST IN MATERNAL AND INFANT HEALTH. WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO A DAY WHERE EVERY MOM AND BABY IS HEALTHY REGARDLESS OF WEALTH, RACE, GEOGRAPHY, OR RACE. WE NEED YOUR HELP TO MAKE THAT HAPPEN. WE ENGAGE OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY WITH SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, EMPLOYEE GIVING CAMPAIGNS, VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT, ADVOCACY EFFORTS, AND MORE.
WHY MARCH OF DIMES:
SUPPORT RESEARCH TO FIND SOLUTIONS SO EVERY FAMILY GETS THE BEST POSSIBLE START
ADVOCATE FOR POLICIES THAT PRIORITIZE THE HEALTH OF MOMS AND BABIES
PROVIDE RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS TO HELP MOMS THROUGHOUT THEIR PREGNANCIES
TRAIN AND EDUCATE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS TO IMPROVE MOM AND BABY CARE
WHEN: April 18th, 2026 @ 9:00am
* 8:00am - Registration and Check-in (packet pickup) Opens
* 8:20am - Opening Remarks from March of Dimes
* 8:40am - Kids' Superhero Sprint (12 and under)
* On-site kids' "fun run" of about 20 yards. Kids run by age group and each child receives a superhero cape and mask (no registration required
WHERE: TBD
YOUTH DISCOUNTS: CHILDREN UNDER 12 DISCOUNTED PRICING (ONLY CHILDREN RUNNING THE RACE AND IN NEED OF A BIB OR T-SHIRT NEED TO REGISTER. IF YOU ARE PUSHING A STROLLER WITH A CHILD, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER THE CHILD)
* $20 through February 28th
* $25 through race day
AWARDS
*
TOP 3 IN EACH AGE GROUP WILL RECEIVE A HAND CRAFTED AWARD!
*
1-9
*
10-19
*
20-29
*
30-34
*
35-39
*
40-44
*
45-49
*
50-54
*
55-59
*
60-69
*
70-79
*
80+
PACKET PICKUP:
*
THURSDAY, APRIL 16TH FROM 4-6PM @ HUB CITY RUNNERS
*
SATURDAY RACE MORNING (PICK UP BEGINNING AT 8AM)
_JOIN US AS A SPONSOR, FORM A FUNDRAISING TEAM AND/OR REGISTER RUNNERS._
_FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO PURCHASE A SPONSORSHIP, CONTACT AMBER MCDOWELL_
_PHONE: (864) 551-2562 OR EMAIL: [email protected]_
JOIN US FOR THE SPARTANBURG RUN FOR BABIES 5K! THIS 5K BENEFITS MARCH OF DIMES AND THE INCREDIBLE WORK THEY DO EACH AND EVERY DAY. EVERY FAMILY DESERVES THE BEST POSSIBLE START. BUT THATS JUST NOT THE CASE. EACH YEAR, ONE WOMAN DIES EVERY 12 HOURS FROM PREGNANCY-RELATED CAUSES, AND 1 IN 9 BABIES IN SOUTH CAROLINA IS BORN TOO SOON. WITH YOUR HELP, WE CAN CHANGE THAT. WE ARE FOCUSED ON ONE THING: HELPING MORE MOMS AND BABIES BE HEALTHY AND STRONG. OUR ANNUAL MARCH FOR BABIES AND RUN FOR BABIES CAMPAIGNS ARE OUR LARGEST WEAPON AGAINST THE HEARTACHES THAT EXIST IN MATERNAL AND INFANT HEALTH. WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO A DAY WHERE EVERY MOM AND BABY IS HEALTHY REGARDLESS OF WEALTH, RACE, GEOGRAPHY, OR RACE. WE NEED YOUR HELP TO MAKE THAT HAPPEN. WE ENGAGE OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY WITH SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, EMPLOYEE GIVING CAMPAIGNS, VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT, ADVOCACY EFFORTS, AND MORE.
WHY MARCH OF DIMES:
SUPPORT RESEARCH TO FIND SOLUTIONS SO EVERY FAMILY GETS THE BEST POSSIBLE START
ADVOCATE FOR POLICIES THAT PRIORITIZE THE HEALTH OF MOMS AND BABIES
PROVIDE RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS TO HELP MOMS THROUGHOUT THEIR PREGNANCIES
TRAIN AND EDUCATE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS TO IMPROVE MOM AND BABY CARE
WHEN: April 18th, 2026 @ 9:00am
* 8:00am - Registration and Check-in (packet pickup) Opens
* 8:20am - Opening Remarks from March of Dimes
* 8:40am - Kids' Superhero Sprint (12 and under)
* On-site kids' "fun run" of about 20 yards. Kids run by age group and each child receives a superhero cape and mask (no registration required
WHERE: TBD
YOUTH DISCOUNTS: CHILDREN UNDER 12 DISCOUNTED PRICING (ONLY CHILDREN RUNNING THE RACE AND IN NEED OF A BIB OR T-SHIRT NEED TO REGISTER. IF YOU ARE PUSHING A STROLLER WITH A CHILD, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER THE CHILD)
* $20 through February 28th
* $25 through race day
AWARDS
*
TOP 3 IN EACH AGE GROUP WILL RECEIVE A HAND CRAFTED AWARD!
*
1-9
*
10-19
*
20-29
*
30-34
*
35-39
*
40-44
*
45-49
*
50-54
*
55-59
*
60-69
*
70-79
*
80+
PACKET PICKUP:
*
THURSDAY, APRIL 16TH FROM 4-6PM @ HUB CITY RUNNERS
*
SATURDAY RACE MORNING (PICK UP BEGINNING AT 8AM)
_JOIN US AS A SPONSOR, FORM A FUNDRAISING TEAM AND/OR REGISTER RUNNERS._
_FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO PURCHASE A SPONSORSHIP, CONTACT AMBER MCDOWELL_
_PHONE: (864) 551-2562 OR EMAIL: [email protected]_
Races
-
5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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