Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk
- Date
- January 30, 2027
- Location
- 1500 Piedmont Hwy, Piedmont, SC
- Distance
- Ice Breaker 8K Run
From the Organizer
UDPATES for 2027 Races Coming Soon!
Potential Updates to Course, Location, Time
NEW Swag, Apparel, Medals, and MORE!
Registration set to open for this race on August 1st
The First 100 Participants Receive Custom Race Socks
Ice Breaker 8k
Lakeside Park - Piedmonth SC
Trail Race to Warm Up this Winter
The Ice Breaker 8K is back and Square One Events will be hosting it for the 5th time at Lakeside Park in Piedmont, SC. The trail system at Lakeside Park is ideal for beginners looking to test out their trail shoes or even advanced runners looking to find some speed around the various switchbacks and turns!
The course will feature a rolling run/walk/hike through the woods using the "Every Minute Trail" and "All Day, Baby Trail". We never know what the weather will be like, but we know you'll have a great time together. Come join the fun and add this race to your early season schedule now. Runners, walkers, hikers and furry friends (on leash) are welcome. Due to the terrain, strollers are not recommended.
Start/Finish & Parking
Start/Finish will be between the baseball diamonds and the football field on the east side of Lakeside Park. Parking is available in the marked spaces around the baseball fields.
What: Ice Breaker 8k Trail Race
When: Saturday January 31, 2026
Time: Race Starts @ 9:00am
Where: Lakeside Park, 1500 Piedmont Hwy, Piedmont, SC 29673
Packet Pickup: 1 Hour Prior to your race start time near starting line
Aid Station: Will be located on the course at 2 separate mile markers
Course Map Here - All Trails Map
Single track trails that are beginner friendly with minimal roots and just a few gradual inclines. The course starts with a short lap around the baseball diamond sidewalk to space out the 150 runners before heading into the trail head which includes several undulations, switch backs and a central hub where our aid station will be located. You will pass by this hub and the aid station twice before returning on the All Day Trail to the finish line!
Race Awards, Age Group Point Series, Chip Timing
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All Finishers Receive a Finishers Medal
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Top 3 Male and Female Overall
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Top 3 Male & Female Age Group
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Age Group Categories
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1-9
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10-19
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20-24
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25-29
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30-34
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35-39
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40-44
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45-49
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50-54
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55-59
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60-64
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65-69
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70+
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Distances & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk?
- Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk is a running event held in Piedmont, SC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, January 30, 2027 in Piedmont, SC at 1500 Piedmont Hwy, Piedmont, SC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk
Jan 30, 2027