3 events in Greenville, South Carolina

Please join us on March 7th for the 12th Annual Race the Helix-Upstate, 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 to support genetics services, testing, and research for families impacted by genetic disorders.

Please see the information below regarding our live and virtual events!

Live event details:

• Saturday, March 7th at Lake Conestee Nature Park

• 5K trail run with chip timing (course can accommodate strollers and wheelchairs)

• 1 mile paved course for walkers, runners, strollers, and wheelchairs

• Pre-packaged snacks, water, and coffee will be provided

• Check-in will start at 8:00 on the day of the race

• Any participant who wishes to register onsite will need to do so through their personal phone/device, onsite registration will be open until the start of the event

• Award Divisions

• Top male and female finisher overall

• Top male and female in the following age groups:

• 12 and under

• 13-19

• 20-29

• 30-39

• 40-49

• 50-59

• 60-69

• 70 and older

Virtual event details:

• Run or walk from anywhere!

Entry fees for live and virtual events:

• $25 for 5K (t-shirt not included)

• Free for 1 mile Walk The Helix (t-shirt not included)

• Long sleeve t-shirts will be available for purchase for an additional $15 when you register. Please register before February 14th to guarantee your shirt and size.

• If you participate in the virtual event and purchase a t-shirt, you will need to pick up your shirt from a Greenwood Genetic Center location. Further instructions will be provided to make arrangements for t-shirt pick up.

All proceeds from Race the Helix-Upstate 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

Join us for the fourth annual Pi Day race! The race benefits The Heron Foundation, an education foundation that supports student programs and enhanced virtual education for students at Cyber Academy of South Carolina and Heron Virtual Academy.

This year, our race is expanding to include a 5K and a Fun Run, so there's a race length for everyone! We are also seeking sponsors for the first time; if your organization is interested in a sponsorship, please review the available sponsorships here.

• What - 5k Run

• When - Saturday March 14th

• Time - Race Start at 10:00am

• Where - Holland Park

• Address - 813 Laurens Rd, Greenville, SC 29607

• Packet Pickup - Will begin at Holland Park 1 Hour Prior to Race adjacent to Double Stamp Brewery