8 walking events in Anderson, South Carolina

Join us on Saturday, February 7, 2026 for the 5th Annual Pink Walk & Timed Fun Run (5k). Whether you walk, run, or cheer in this timed 5K, you'll support those impacted by cancer - those surviving and thriving and also honoring those that we have lost. Event proceeds will benefit Play4Kay, part of the Kay Yow Cancer Fund that provides life-saving, cancer research grants impacting women.

The event will be hosted on Anderson University's campus. All are invited to spread the word among friends, family, and the community!

7:00AM | Day-Of Packet Pick-Up

8:00AM | 5K Walk & Run Start at Anderson University's Abney Athletic Center

9:30AM | Award Ceremony (Overall Top Finisher and Top Finisher in Each Age Group)

If you're running in honor of a loved one impacted by cancer, click here to submit their story and photo.

Help save lives by donating to the Play4Kay fundraising page!

It's the 12th Anniversary of The Champions Run for Special Children!

It's an awesome superhero-themed, certified 5K run/walk/roll (that also features a 1 mile fun run) to help some of our littlest heroes. Let's get moving!

Dust off your cape and bring some friends to this 5K run/walk/roll benefiting children living with "different-abilities" and special needs! Individual and Team awards will be presented.

Group Prizes (largest number of participants in a group):

• Family

• Sorority/Fraternity

• Business

• School

• Church

• Best Team Costume

• Most Team Spirited

Individual Awards - Male & Female:

• Overall (0 - 49)

• Masters (50+)

• Ages 70 +

• Age 60 - 69

• Age 50 - 59

• Age 40 - 49

• Age 30 - 39

• Age 20 - 29

• Age 15 - 19

• Age 10 - 14

• Age 9 and under

Best Costume - Adult Male

Best Costume - Adult Female

Best Costume - Child

If your GROUP would like to participate, we are utilizing RunSignUp's group option. Please contact Laura Capell through our contact form, or at laura@thechampionscenter.com to set up your group, or you can create your own group through the registration website. Teams of 5 or more will receive a discounted rate of $20 per person.

The Champions Center for special children (formerly known as DCEC) provides daily care, critical educational and therapeutic services to children living with different-abilities and special needs. We serve children with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus, Muscular Dystrophy, Cystic Fibrosis, Genetic Conditions and Developmental Delays.

EVERY CHILD DESERVES A CHAMPION! Join us and be a CHAMPION for these very special children!

REGISTER HERE

Run, Walk, and Roll around AnMed track with your family!

Fostering the Family raises awareness about the local foster and adoptive community here in Anderson County. We are hosting a fun event where you can run, walk, or roll around Anmed track at your own pace with your kids and family. This is not an official race where time will be tracked, but we are anticipating that most participants will do two laps (approximately 2 miles).

Pricing is $15 for individuals or $25 for families living in the same household.

Register as a FAMILY of 3 or more members in the same household and you'll be entered to WIN a $1500 MORTGAGE OR RENT PAYMENT!

We will be providing teddy bears with pictures of foster children in SC who are currently available for adoption, as well a time to reflect on the statistics of children in the foster care system. There will be several nonprofits and vendors for you to interact with. This event is meant for the whole family, and individuals of all ranges of ability are encouraged to come.

• The Run, Walk and Roll will have rolling starts between 9:00-10:00 AM depending on attendance.

• We’ll have interactive events around the track for the kids!

• There will be sponsor booths, food trucks, and fun activities!

• Come out and celebrate foster and adoptive families in the Anderson County area.

Every step counts for stronger families. Stronger families, brighter futures!

We are better together!

This community fundraiser will directly support Kingdom Vision Worship Center's building fund, which will allow us to expand our ministry's impact in Anderson and the surrounding communities. The walk or run-a-thon is designed to bring families, friends, and neighbors together to participate in a positive, healthy activity. Each participant will walk or run up to 3 miles for a pledge of $30. We are expecting an uplifting event with strong community participation.