Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk
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Ice Breaker 8K Run/Walk
The Ice Breaker is an 8K trail run at Lakeside Park in Piedmont, SC on January 30, 2027. The route uses the Every Minute Trail and the All Day, Baby Trail and includes single-track sections with minimal roots, a few gradual inclines, several undulations and switchbacks, and a central hub passed twice. The course opens with a short lap around the baseball diamond sidewalk before entering the trailhead to allow the field to spread out.
Two aid stations are placed at separate mile markers and water is available on course. Post-race refreshments include hot cocoa at the finish. Every finisher receives a custom medal; the event provides chip timing with live results, a custom race bib, a custom race tattoo, event-themed giveaways, stickers, and complimentary professional photos usually posted within 48–72 hours.
The event has a 90-minute time limit and supports local nonprofits through the Upstate Giving Series, including Just Say Something. Parking is at Lakeside Park near the baseball fields; the county requires a $5 special use permit that is collected during registration. Groups of five or more receive a $5 per-person discount. Awards include trophies for the top three overall men and women and age-group medals across multiple categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
