3 walking events in Spartanburg, South Carolina

The Spartanburg Upstate Fatherhood Coalition proudly presents the Run for Fathers 5K, an event dedicated to raising awareness and support for disadvantaged fathers in Spartanburg and Spartanburg County. Our mission is to empower fathers with the resources, community, and encouragement they need to thrive. Through this event, we strive to foster a sense of unity and purpose, highlighting fathers' critical role in the well-being of our families and community. Join us in making a difference, one step at a time

Site Director: Phillip Hagood

Race Liaison: JG Buckmire

Our Head Trainer and Race Day Ambassador, Hosea Scurry from Tone Avenue Fitness Club at Westgate Mall on the West Side of Spartanburg, will be leading the charge for all gyms to connect with. If your Gym, fitness club, or personal training facility wants to participate, volunteer, or run, then our missions align.

Click below to see the Mission of Toned Avenue - MISSION STATEMENT HERE

Duncan Park- Click Here to see the route https://bit.ly/DuncanParkRace

Thank you for choosing to walk with us. We are honored to have you join our StrideFor135 event as we remember lives, raise awareness, and walk in hope together 🥾 Join the Stride

StrideFor135 is more than a walk — it’s a movement of remembrance, resilience, and hope.

Every day, 135 Americans lose their battle with suicide. Each mile we walk honors a life, raises awareness, and reminds others they’re not alone.

Event Details

• When: May 28th, 2026

• Where: Rail Yard Community Park

• What: A fundraising event that will include a 5k, a 135 mile run, and a 5 person relay

• Why: Each mile we walk honors a life, raises awareness, and reminds others they’re not alone.

Choose your level below and walk with purpose.

Level 1: Strider $35

• For those who want to show up, walk, and make a difference.

• Official StrideFor135 event t-shirt

• Walk any distance (1 mile, 5K, 10K — every step counts)

• Your name added to the Community Wall of Support

• Helps fund event needs like water, signage, and safety supplies

• 💬 Every step counts — walk in memory, walk for hope.

Level 2: The 135 Challenge $135

• For those ready to take on the full challenge and walk in deep purpose.

• Includes all Strider benefits, plus:

• Your name and dedication displayed on the Memorial Mile Progress Board at the event and online

• Exclusive StrideFor135 Ruck Patch

• Exclusive StrideFor135 Finisher’s Medal when you finish

• Food & hydration throughout the event

• Welcome Swag Bag

• Recognition during the closing ceremony and on social media

• 💬 135 miles. 135 stories. One mission.

🏃‍♂️ Team Relay Registration — $527 per team

• Five people. 27 miles each. One mission.

• Not everyone can walk 135 miles — but together, you can.

• Form a 5-person relay team and help us raise awareness for the 135 Americans we lose every day to suicide.

• Each team member will cover 27 miles over three days (just a bit more than a marathon) to complete the full 135 together.

• What’s included for each team member:

• Official StrideFor135 T shirt

• Finisher medal

• Ruck patch (exclusive to 2026)

• Food & hydration throughout the event

• Welcome Swag Bag

• Your name and dedication displayed on the Memorial Mile Progress Board at the event and online

• Challenge Tracker — get a mark for every mile you complete

• Recognition during the closing ceremony and on social media

Join us for the 9th annual Faith for Fathers Family 5K sponsored by Planet Connections on Saturday, June 20 (Father's Day weekend) in beautiful Spartanburg, SC. This certified course takes runners on a scenic journey beginning at the Rail Yard Community Park and making its way through historic Duncan Park and along the Mary Black Foundation Rail Trail. There are age-group winner prizes for men and women, as well as overall winner prizes. Celebrate your dad or his memory with an exciting run and support a great cause that helps men lead their families, live out their faith, and leave a legacy that honors God. Register now and bring the whole family for a day of fun and fitness!

Participants registered by June 15 will receive a complimentary T-shirt. No T-shirt will be provided for late and walk-up registrations.