Run 4 Brighter Days 5K
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- R4BD- Run/Walk 5k · R4BD - Virtual 5k · R4BD- Kids Run Ages 10 & Under
From the Organizer
Running Towards Brighter Days!
Join us for our 15th Annual Run 4 Brighter Days as we raise awareness, education, and advocacy for Brain Health, and Teenage Suicide Prevention. Whether you run, walk, volunteer, or give support from the sidelines, your participation supports a cause striving to touch the lives of at risk teens.
Want to show support from afar? You can participate in our virtual 5K.
September is National Suicide Prevention Month
Join us on September 12, 2026 to show your support in saving the lives of teens.
Race Details:
Date: September 12, 2026
Start Time: Kids Fun Run 8:00 AM
Start Time: 5K 8:30 AM
Location: Lynches River County Park
Address: 5094 County Park Rd, Coward, SC 29530
Proceeds: The Jonathan C. Smith Foundation
Registration: 5K $35
Day Of Registration: 5k - $40
5K for Kids 12 and under: $20
Kids Fun Run: 10 and under: FREE
Virtual Race: 5K/Walk - $45 - Entry will receive T-shirt and participation medal in the mail after the race (Must register by 9/1)
Our race is a part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix
Tee Shirt Pick-Up & Registration: Kids Fun Run: 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM
Tee Shirt Pickup & Registration: 5k 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM
Awards: Ceremony will be after all participants have finished
Entertainment: Joyful Entertainment, Environmental Discovery Center with interactive fun, live exhibits, and a tree top canopy walk.
All Kids get Free t-shirt and Medal! (10 & Under)
Event special notes:
Strollers are welcome.
People can listen to music while running.
All pets must be kept on a leash and friendly.
Refund Policy:
In the event that a participant is not able to attend, we thank you for your donation. There are no refunds.
The race will occur rain or shine, In the event that a weather event makes the race unsafe, it will be rescheduled.
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
87°
Typical Low
66°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lake City 2 Se, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Coward, SC
Elevation
79 ft
Nearest Airport
FLO
Florence Regional Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 52 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Waiting For?
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96
Days to train
- Race
- Run 4 Brighter Days 5K
- Date
- September 12, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run 4 Brighter Days 5K?
- Run 4 Brighter Days 5K is a running race held in Coward, South Carolina on September 12, 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 Run 4 Brighter Days 5K?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Coward, South Carolina at 5094 County Park Road, Coward, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run 4 Brighter Days 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run 4 Brighter Days 5K
Sep 12, 2026