13 running, walking, and fun run events in Fort Mill, South Carolina

Welcome to the 1st Annual Coyote Classic 5K race. The goal of this race is to bring the community together in support of the athletics program and athletics booster club of Forest Creek Middle School and raise money for our athletics programs. We have a variety of ways for you to get involved:

1. Join us a participant in the 5K event, whether you walk or run, just come out to have fun.

2. Virtual participation. Can't run that day? Sign up and run virtually when you can.

3. Donate or join our list of sponsors. If you wish to be a sponsor please contact Katie Burton: [email protected]

4. Come out as a spectator to cheer on our runners and partake in the vendors and events held before and after the race.

5. Race Route

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Pre-K 50 Yard Dash

Pre-K 75 Yard Dash

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Make the Strawberry Sprint & Stroll 5K your family tradition!

A Fort Mill favorite returns for a sixth year, kicking off the Town of Fort Mill South Carolina Strawberry Festival's schedule of events. The Strawberry Sprint and Stroll 5K and Fun Run will take place in Fort Mill's historic downtown corridor on Saturday, April 25.

The course begins and ends on Main Street Fort Mill and includes scenic views along nearby residential streets. The race will begin at 9:00 am, starting with the 5k race followed by the one-mile fun run at 10:00 am. The race will conclude with a Runner’s village, including local merchants, food trucks, kids’ zone, music and a festive atmosphere. Berry B. Good, Fort Mill’s cheerful strawberry mascot, and the reigning Strawberry Queens will also be part of the festivities.

The rolling hills of historic Fort Mill create a challenging yet fun course for runners and walkers alike. Wave to neighbors as they cheer you on from their front porch and take in some of the beautiful neighborhoods that give Fort Mill its unique charm. Kick off spring with Fort Mill's new favorite hometown race!

This race is made possible by the Fort Mill Economic Partners, whose mission is to provide support for Fort Mill’s vibrant business sector, helping to cultivate economic sustainability that is focused on a thriving community, education and quality of life.

PLEASE NOTE: Main Street will be closed for the duration of this race event and festival. There will be police support at busy intersections to stop traffic, and runners/walkers should exercise caution during the race events.

This year’s charitable organization is Carolina Thread Trail. This organization will receive a portion of the race profits and the opportunity to partake in all race events. The CTT is a network of trails that links 15 counties in our region. Not only does it have a goal of connectivity but also in conserving the most significant natural areas. CTT is something that is special to not only us but Fort Mill as a whole with the continued effort of connecting trails throughout Fort Mill. To find out more about this organization please visit https://www.carolinathreadtrail.org/.

Things to Know:

1. Participate in the 5k or Fun Run. Registration is required for all.

2. There will be a runner's village following the race! Stay and enjoy local vendors, food trucks, music, and a kids zone.

3. Packet Pick-Up will take place on Friday, April 24 at Charlotte Running Co. Riverwalk from 2-6pm. Race-day registration will also be available but t-shirts will not be guaranteed after April 15th.

4. Awards will be available on race day and there will be an award ceremony held at 10:30am. "Berry," the Strawberry Festival mascot, should also be on hand for photos (dependent on availability).

5. Awards will be given to the Top Male/Top Female Overall and the top male/female winner in each age group for the 5k: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.

REFUND & WEATHER POLICY

Race registration is non-refundable. This race will run rain or shine unless there is severe weather such as tornado warnings, thunderstorms, heavy and persistent rain etc. Should we cancel, you will be notified via social media, our website and email. Should we cancel there will be no refunds as that money has already been put toward the race.

Achieve Balance PLLC sponsors a family-friendly event welcoming runners and walkers of all ages for a morning of health and camaraderie featuring a timed 5k run/walk/stroll in Fort Mill's Springfield neighborhood.

Streets will not be closed but the route is entirely within the Springfield neighborhood and will be heavily marked with bright colored cones, signs, and volunteers stationed throughout.

Purpose: To raise vital funds and awareness for the vulnerable populations served by Big Hearts Big Family (Charlotte/ Pineville) and Children's Attention Home (York county) All event proceeds will go to the named charities and Achieve Balance Therapy will match up to $5,000 of race day donations.

Post race: Race prizes by age group, raffle prizes, donuts, hot chocolate, coffee, mimosas, and a little Mother's Day treat!

Additional information:

Registration is required for all who participate in the 5K.

REFUND & WEATHER POLICY: Race registration is non-refundable. This race will run rain or shine unless there is severe weather such as tornado warnings, thunderstorms, heavy and persistent rain etc. Should we cancel, you will be notified via social media, our website and email. Should we cancel there will be no refunds as that money has already been put toward the race.

Packet pick-up: TBA

The 5K Cannoli Run is part of the St. Philip Neri Italian Festival.

This is the 29th Year of St. Philip Neri’s Italian Festival that runs from Thursday May 14th to Saturday May 16th – Food, Live Music, Vendors, Expanded Kid Zone, Live and Silent Auctions and a Beer Garden.

Race Registration includes T-shirt and $5.00 of Italian Festival Tickets.

Click here to learn more about the St. Philip Neri Italian Festival.