FCCC VETERANS AWARENESS 5K RUN/WALK

Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation  /  Timed by Upstate Race Series FCCC Veterans Awareness 5K Run/Walk 5K 22 veterans a day is 22 too many.

Sat, Nov 7 2026

8:00 AM 5K start

Cowpens National Battlefield Gaffney, SC

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Every mile we run carries a purpose. This event is about more than a finish line. It’s about raising awareness for veteran suicide prevention and standing in support of the men and women who have served our country.

Why We Run  

Race Day Details

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at Cowpens National Battlefield, 4001 Chesnee Hwy, Gaffney, SC 29341. Get directions.

Fri, Nov 6

FCCC employee packet pickup FCCC employees will be able to pick up their packets on Friday 11/6 at the plant.

7:00 AM

Race morning packet pickup Other packet pick-ups will be available the morning of the race at the Battlegrounds starting at 7:00 AM.

8:00 AM

5K Run/Walk start All paces welcome. Runners and walkers start together on the grounds of the historic Cowpens National Battlefield.

After

Awards and results Overall and age group awards. Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes.

 

Make an Impact

Your participation helps bring awareness to an issue that affects families, communities, and veterans across the nation. We are coming together to support and bring awareness to veterans suffering from depression and suicidal thoughts. Because behind every statistic is a story, a family, a life that matters.

Why we run

Honor those we’ve lostSupport those still fightingStand united as a community

Want to give without running? Donations of any size go toward the race’s $2,500 goal. Donate here.

 

What's Included

✓	5K Run/Walk All paces welcome on the historic battlefield grounds.

✓	Event T-Shirt Register early to guarantee your event t-shirt. The deadline for a guaranteed shirt was October 9; shirts after that date are while supplies last.

✓	Chip Timing and Live Results Professional timing by Upstate Race Series, with results posted as you finish.

✓	Overall and Age Group Awards Top finishers and age group winners recognized after the race.

✓	A Purpose Behind Every Mile Every entry raises awareness for veteran suicide prevention.

 

Race Awards

Top Overall (Male and Female)

Overall awards go to the top finishers in the 5K Run/Walk.

Age Group Awards (Male and Female)

Age group awards are presented after the race. Results are posted live on the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes.

 

Good to Know

Is there race-day registration? Yes. Registration stays open online right up to the 8:00 AM start, so you can sign up on your phone at the Battlefield. When and where is packet pickup? FCCC employees can pick up packets on Friday, November 6 at the plant. Everyone else picks up race morning at the Battlegrounds starting at 7:00 AM. Will I get a shirt? Registrations made by October 9 are guaranteed an event t-shirt. After that date, shirts are available while supplies last. Select No Shirt at registration if you do not want one. What happens if there's bad weather? The race runs rain or shine. In the event of lightning or hazardous conditions, an update will be posted on this page and emailed to registered runners as early as possible. Can spectators come watch? Spectators are welcome. Please arrive early, as parking at the Battlefield fills up race morning. When will results be available? Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes.  

Managing Your Registration

Everything about your entry lives in your RunSignUp profile. Sign in, find this race under your upcoming events, and make the change yourself. From there you can:

✓	Update your personal details, including name, address, emergency contact, and shirt size

✓	View your registration and resend your confirmation

All entries are final. This event does not offer refunds. Manage my registration

Questions? Let’s Stay Connected

Reach the race director, or find everything for race day in one place

Race director Denise James denise.james@daimlertruck.com This race Register Donate Directions Find a participant Volunteer Sponsors Results Manage my registration Timing and results Chip timing and live results by Upstate Race Series Info@UpstateRaceSeries.com