
From the Organizer
Join Us for the 4th Annual Run for Kids' Sake – Now with a Kids' Fun Run!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate invites you to our 3rd Annual Run for Kids' Sake at Lake Conestee Park on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 9:00am. This family-friendly event features a 5K run/walk open to all ages and experience levels, along with a 400-meter fun run for kids! We'll have coffee, pre-and post-race snacks, a variety of vendors including Project Hosts' food truck and more!
This is a professionally chip timed event making it a great race for both avid runners and amateurs alike. We encourage Bigs to run or walk alongside their Littles and welcome families, friends, and supporters to join in the excitement. The day promises fun, fitness, and community as we come together to support BBBS of the Upstate and defend the power and potential of youth.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a meaningful way to spend the day, there’s something for everyone. Lace up your shoes and be part of this incredible event that helps us ignite potential in the youth of our community.
Don’t miss out—register today and make a difference!
Event Vendors
Event Details
7:45 AM-Packet pick up & check out our vendors
8:30 AM-Pre-race stretch
9:00 AM-5k Race Begins
10:00 AM-Kids 400m Fun Run
Events
Weather
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
81°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greenville Dwtn Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
71,755
as of 2023
Elevation
927 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 87 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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110
Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Run for Kids' Sake 5k Benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate
Sep 26, 2026