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Race the Helix - Greenwood

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5K · Walk · 1 mi

Sep 19, 2026 · Greenwood, South Carolina, US

Listed Jun 14, 2017

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Join us for the 16th 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:
  • Saturday, September 19th, 2026 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 5. 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

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