Earn Your Wings 5k
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 5805 Airport Rd, Anderson, SC
- Distance
- 1 Mile Run/Walk · Earn Your Wings 5k
From the Organizer
Lace up and get ready for takeoff! ✈️🏃♂️
Welcome to the 3rd Annual Earn Your Wings 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run, a one-of-a-kind race experience you won’t find anywhere else in Anderson County. This year, runners and walkers of all ages will hit the runway—yes, the actual runway—for a course that’s as exciting as it is fast.
Known as the flattest and fastest course in Anderson County, Earn Your Wings is perfect whether you’re chasing a new PR, enjoying a fun run with family, or soaking in the thrill of racing where planes usually fly. From competitive runners to first-timers, everyone is invited to earn their wings and be part of an unforgettable race day.
📅 Event Details
Date: October 10, 2026
Location: Anderson Regional Airport
5805 Airport Road, Anderson, SC 29626
Schedule:
- Packet Pickup: 7:00 AM
- 1-Mile Run/Walk Start: 8:15 AM
- 5K Start: 8:30 AM
✈️ Race Highlights
- USATF-Certified Course
- 1-Mile Run is timed and includes a custom bib and finish medal
- High-quality polyester/cotton blend Dri-Fit shirts available for purchase during online registration
- Limited quantities available on race day for $18
- Cash or card accepted
💙 All proceeds benefit the construction and expansion of the playground along with supporting youth activities at Anderson Regional Airport.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anderson Co Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Anderson, SC
Elevation
749 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 112 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Earn Your Wings 5k?
- Earn Your Wings 5k is a running race held in Anderson, South Carolina on October 10, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Earn Your Wings 5k?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Anderson, South Carolina at 5805 Airport Rd, Anderson, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Earn Your Wings 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Earn Your Wings 5k
Oct 10, 2026