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Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 8:00am for the "2026 Flower Power Fun Run"... one of the most fun 5-Mile/5K runs and 1-mile run/walk! The South Carolina Festival of Flowers invites participants to follow the Heritage Trail. For more information about the Heritage Trail, please visit their website: https://www.sctrails.net/trails/trail/heritage
Registration/Packet Pick-Up for this race will be held at the Uptown Fountain, located in Uptown Greenwood, SC.
RACE DAY DETAILS
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Location: Uptown Fountain
414 Main Street
Uptown Greenwood, SC
Time: 7:00a – 7:50a | Registration/Packet Pick Up
8:00a | 5 Mile Run Start (Timed Event)
8:00a | 5K Run Start (Timed Event)
8:00a | 1-Mile Run/Walk (Non-Timed)
9:00a | Awards Ceremony
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Late registration will be offered on race day from 7:00-7:50a via your mobile device. Credit card or checks accepted. NO CASH PAYMENT
T-SHIRTS
Participants who register by 11:59pm on May 22, 2026 are guaranteed a T-shirt! Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. There only will be a small number of shirts available on race day for those who registered after the deadline. They will be on a first-come, first-serve basis only!
PETS
For the safety and enjoyment of all participants, pets are not permitted on the race course or within the event area. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and comfortable environment for everyone.
AWARDS
Cash Prizes | We will award cash prizes to the top male and female winners in the following races:
5K: Top Male - Overall | $100
5K: 2nd Place Male - Overall | $50
5K: Top Female - Overall | $100
5K: 2nd Place Female - Overall | $50
5 Mile: Top Male - Overall | $100
5 Mile: 2nd Place Male - Overall | $50
5 Mile: Top Female - Overall | $100
5 Mile: 2nd Place Female - Overall | $50
Age Group Medals | One awarded per category:
13 and under
14-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
NOTE: Runners can only win one prize. Finishers of the 1 mile run/walk will receive a ribbon.
WEATHER/CANCELLATION POLICY
Races are held, rain or shine, unless the SCFOF determines that conditions are too dangerous. This decision will be made on race weekend or race day. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather, there will be no refunds.
RACE MAP
2026 Map coming soon. Click the link below to download the 2025 map PDF:
Map
TIMING BY
Racing Toes
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
o 12 and under
o 13-19
o 20-29
o 30-39
o 40-49
o 50-59
o 60-69
o 70+
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