Race the Helix - Greenwood
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- Race the Helix 5K · Walk the Helix - 1 mile · Virtual 5K
From the Organizer
Join us for the 16th annual Race the Helix-Greenwood race, inspired by one family's desire to raise awareness for genetic disorders and funding for genetic research! All proceeds benefit the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation.
Event details:
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Saturday, September 19th, 2026 at 9:00 am - Greenwood Genetic Center
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5K run or walk with Chip Timing (course can accommodate strollers and wheelchairs)
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1-mile course for walkers, runners, strollers, and wheelchairs
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Pre-packaged snacks and water will be provided
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Online t-shirt sales will close on September 5. There will be a very limited number of t-shirts available for sale on race day. First come, first served.
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Check-in and onsite registration - 8:00 am - 8:45 am on race morning
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Awards Divisions
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1st Place overall male and female
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1st Place male and female in each age group category
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12 and under
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13-19
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20-29
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30-39
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40-49
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50-59
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60-69
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70+
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Packet/t-shirt pick up
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Preordered Race the Helix t-shirts and 5K race bibs can be picked up at the race on Saturday morning beginning at 8:00 am.
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Early pickup for preordered t-shirts and 5K race bibs is also available at the Greenwood Genetic Center (106 Gregor Mendel Circle) on Friday, September 19 between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm.
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Proceeds from the event will benefit the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation. For more information about the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation or to make a donation, please visit: https://www.ggc.org/foundation/donate
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
84°
Typical Low
62°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greenwood, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Greenwood, SC
Population
22,527
as of 2023
Elevation
656 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 48 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 99 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race the Helix - Greenwood
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Race the Helix - Greenwood?
- Race the Helix - Greenwood is a running race held in Greenwood, South Carolina on September 19, 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 Race the Helix - Greenwood?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Greenwood, South Carolina at Greenwood Genetic Center, Greenwood, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Race the Helix - Greenwood?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Race the Helix - Greenwood
Sep 19, 2026