The Champions Run for Special Children

Join us on race day, August 14th, 2026 for The Peoples Bank Midnight Flight 1 mile at 8:15pm and 5k at 9pm.

Packet Pick-Up:

Packet pick-up will be held August 14th from noon until 15 minutes prior to each race starting. Packet pick-up will be held at the Anderson Area YMCA at the front of the building under the awning, and is a drive thru format until 5pm. After 5pm, driving through our parking lot becomes more congested, and we will switch to walk up pickup. Please check your email on race day for more information regarding packet pick up!

Race Day Registration:

All registration, including Race Day Registration, will be conducted through RunSignUp.com. We will not be holding any in-person, face to face race day registration. Please register through RunSignUp.com, and then head to packet pick up to collect your bib.

Race Routes:

Race routes for The Peoples Bank Midnight Flight:

5K

1 Mile

Lace up and get ready for takeoff! ✈️🏃‍♂️

Welcome to the 3rd Annual Earn Your Wings 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run, a one-of-a-kind race experience you won’t find anywhere else in Anderson County. This year, runners and walkers of all ages will hit the runway—yes, the actual runway—for a course that’s as exciting as it is fast.

Known as the flattest and fastest course in Anderson County, Earn Your Wings is perfect whether you’re chasing a new PR, enjoying a fun run with family, or soaking in the thrill of racing where planes usually fly. From competitive runners to first-timers, everyone is invited to earn their wings and be part of an unforgettable race day.

📅 Event Details

Date: October 10, 2026

Location: Anderson Regional Airport

5805 Airport Road, Anderson, SC 29626

Schedule:

• Packet Pickup: 7:00 AM

• 1-Mile Run/Walk Start: 8:15 AM

• 5K Start: 8:30 AM

✈️ Race Highlights

• USATF-Certified Course

• 1-Mile Run is timed and includes a custom bib and finish medal

• High-quality polyester/cotton blend Dri-Fit shirts available for purchase during online registration

• Limited quantities available on race day for $18

• Cash or card accepted

💙 All proceeds benefit the construction and expansion of the playground along with supporting youth activities at Anderson Regional Airport.

It's a Thanksgiving Day Tradition!

If you think the only race that happens on Thanksgiving Day is seeing who gets a second helping of pumpkin pie first, guess again! Before lifting a fork, watching football, and taking a post-turkey snooze, hundreds Andersonian's start their holiday by giving thanks - with the famous Electric City Gobbler 5K and 1 MILE FUN RUN! and NEW this year Tail Feathers on Fire 1 Mile Time Trial!

We welcome the tail feathers of Elite runners, weekend warriors, mamma's with strollers and kids alike along our fast

5K run course

1 Mile FUN RUN

and NEW for 2026...

the Tail Feathers on Fire 1 Mile Time Trial!

So, if you have a flair for costumed fun, and enjoy fun, prizes and looking for a reason to feel guilt free about gobbling down all day, then lucky for you (and your love of green bean casserole) we are here, so get signed up you turkeys!!

Proceeds go to scholarship kids in the community to be active through our Operation Active Kids Program, OAK.

Date: Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026

Time: Tail Feathers on Fire 1 Mile Time Trial at 8:00 AM

Time: 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:02 AM

Time: 5K at 8:30 AM

Location: Anderson Mall Main Entrance, Clemson Blvd, Anderson, SC

Packet Pick Up: Wednesday, November 25th; Day before race at Mall Noon until 6PM.

5K Course: Certified course on city streets surrounding the Anderson Mall - FAST and SAFE! (SC04033BS)

• COURSE MAP HERE

1 Mile FUN Run: Course is enclosed around Mall (not timed)

Tail Feathers on Fire 1 Mile Time Trial is enclosed around Mall

Finish Line: Medals and Hydration at Finish Line

Electric City Gobbler 5K Awards:

Top 3 Male and Female Overall Winners

Top 3 Male and Female Overall Masters Winners

Top 3 Male and Female Overall Grandmasters

Tail Feathers on Fire 1 Mile Time Trial Awards:

Top 3 Male and Female Overall Winners

Age Groups

• 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-70, 70-74 , 75-79, 80+

Registration:

• Registration online page will reflect price - price includes chipped bib and finish line medal. Souvenir race shirts are optional and can be added on for a fee.

Strollers are welcome & Costumes are encouraged!

Directions:

From 1-85, take Exit 19A to Anderson, Anderson Mall is five miles on your right.

Contact: Alison Youngblood [email protected]

Join us for our annual Anderson Area YMCA Reindeer Run, sponsored by Carson's Steak Warehouse, for our 1 mile, 5k, or both! Registration includes a festive long sleeve Reindeer Run shirt.

Holiday headgear and attire is encouraged for this fun, family friendly race.

Pre-registration:

Register by November 9th at noon to guarantee your shirt by race day. Sizes and quantities may be limited, so get your registration in today!

Packet pick up:

Packet pick up will be held on Friday, December 4th from 12pm until 6pm, and then resume Saturday morning, December 5th, at 7am. Packet pick up will be held at the Anderson Area YMCA front entrance under the awning. Please check your email as we will send out more information the week prior to the event.

Race Day Registration:

All registration, including Race Day Registration, will be conducted through RunSignUp.com. We will not be holding any in-person, face to face race day registration. Please register through RunSignUp.com, and then head to packet pick up to collect your bib.

Race Routes:

Please click here to view the race routes!