Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer

Spartanburg, United States • 26 Sep 2026

Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer

The Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer takes place on September 26, 2026 at Milliken Arboretum in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The event raises funds to benefit Upstate children through Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas and supports families during treatment.

Two distances are offered:

  • 5K
  • 1 mile

Race registration includes a race shirt. Registrations completed by August 28 are guaranteed a chosen shirt size; availability may be limited afterward. Registration fees listed for the event include $30 for the 5K and $25 for the 1 mile fun run.

Participants may form or join teams during registration. Team setup accepts a team name and an optional password, and participants receive a confirmation email after registering. Team awards to be presented after the event include trophies for Most Spirited Team, Largest Team, and Top Fundraising Team.

Individual awards include top three male and female overall finishers and age group awards for male and female competitors in these divisions: 0-16, 17-34, 35-54, 55-69, and 70 plus. Route maps are provided for both the 1 mile and 5K courses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Upstate Strut for Childhood Cancer 5k Race
1 Mile Fun Run/walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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