Race the Helix-Upstate
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Race the Helix-Upstate
The 13th annual Race the Helix-Upstate takes place on March 6, 2027 at Lake Conestee Nature Park in Greenville, SC. The event raises funds for the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation to support genetics services, testing, and research for families impacted by genetic disorders.
Event distances include:
- 5K trail run live and virtual
- 1 mile paved walk live and virtual
The live 5K is a trail run with chip timing. The course can accommodate strollers and wheelchairs. The 1 mile is a paved course open to walkers, runners, strollers, and wheelchairs and is free to enter. Both live and virtual options are offered; virtual participants run or walk from anywhere. Long sleeve T-shirts are not included with registration but are available for purchase for an additional $15. Virtual participants who purchase a shirt must pick it up from a Greenwood Genetic Center location.
Registration opens in early December 2026 and closes on race day. Standard registration fees listed by the organizer include $25 for the 5K and no fee for the 1 mile walk; virtual options reflect the same fees. Race policies include no refunds and a rain or shine approach unless severe weather makes the event unsafe. Awards are given to top male and female finishers overall and by age group, with categories ranging from 12 and under to 70 and older. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
