Run for Kids' Sake 5k

SEP
19
2026
This family-friendly fundraising run supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate at Lake Conestee Nature Park. The event features a professionally timed 5K and a free 400M fun run for kids, with awards, snacks, and vendor booths.
Sat 19 Sep 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Run for Kids' Sake 5k is a fundraising event for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate. It is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Lake Conestee Nature Park in Greenville, South Carolina.

Distances

  • Run for Kids' Sake 5K: A professionally chip-timed event.
  • 400M Fun Run: A short event for children, starting later in the morning.

Event Schedule

The event day includes a schedule of activities. Packet pickup and vendor access open at 7:45 AM. A pre-race stretch is at 8:30 AM. The 5K begins at 9:00 AM, and the 400M Fun Run starts at 10:00 AM.

Awards

Awards are presented for the 5K. There are overall awards for the 1st place male and female finishers. Age group awards are also given for 1st place male and female in categories from 0-9 up to 70+.

Amenities and Features

The event includes coffee, pre-race and post-race snacks, and a variety of vendors. Vendor examples listed include a DJ, Girls on the Run, a food truck, a chiropractic service, therapy dogs, and a library bookmobile. Registration includes a shirt for those who register by a specified deadline in August.

Registration and Fees

Registration for the 5K has a fee, with a price increase after a certain date. The 400M Fun Run is free. There is an additional participant fee for residents of Greenville County. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
Run for Kids' Sake 5k
400m Fun Run