Run for the Rose 5K
- Date
- May 16, 2026
- Location
- 453 Colonial Ave, Lancaster, SC
- Distance
- Run for the Rose- 5k Timed · Totally Rad Fun Run- Untimed
From the Organizer
Join us for the United Way Run for the Rose 5K
May 16, 2026 at 8:30 am
Location Address: Lindsay Pettus Greenway- Comporium Nature Pavilion
Benefit/Mission: All proceeds benefit the United Way of Lancaster County which addresses critical community needs in the areas of Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency in our community. The organization funds programs in 15 local nonprofits and spearheads 9 initiatives to drive impact, and serves as the lead agency for the Lancaster Area Coalition for the Homeless, working to reduce homelessness in Lancaster County.
Course description: Run for the Rose through the scenic Lindsay Pettus Greenway - a beautiful boardwalk and concrete pathway along Gills Creek. You will wind around a local school and then get on the Greenway following the boardwalk until you loop at the Woodland Dr entrance to return back to the start/finish line.
Grab your 90s workout attire and hit the race or fun run! 90s attire encouraged, prizes awarded for "best dressed".
The Run for the Rose will be the premier race for the Red Rose Festival and we're thrilled to have you will join us! After the race, enjoy the Red Rose Festival, the City of Lancaster's signature event featuring craft and business vendors, delicious food vendors, a Kids Zone, live music, an antique car show, a dog show, and more!
T-shirt Deadlines: Sign up by April 30 for guaranteed shirt (adult) size
Special Note: Due to an overwhelming response, we may not have extra R4TR merch for registrations over the first 100.
Packet Pickup:
A Friday Packet Pickup will be held at Five Grands Lancaster Square Shopping Center 947 A. North Main Street Lancaster, SC from 4:30pm- 6:00pm.
Saturday, May 16 beginning at 7:30 am at the Lancaster County Chamber parking lot 453 Colonial Ave, Race Headquarters - the United Way tent. Parking is in the visitor's lot of Lancaster Memorial Stadium.
Paper Registrations can be mailed to:
R4TR @ United Way of Lancaster County
P O Box 56
Lancaster SC 29721
Questions about the race: Call United Way of Lancaster County, 803-283-8923
Awards: 1st Place and 2nd Place Overall (M&F) plus age group winners (M&F)
Age Groups: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60- 69, 70+
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- What is the Run for the Rose 5K?
- Run for the Rose 5K is a running event held in Lancaster, SC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Run for the Rose 5K?
- Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Lancaster, SC at 453 Colonial Ave, Lancaster, SC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for the Rose 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Run for the Rose 5K
May 16, 2026