Events
The Champions Run for Special Children
1 Mile Fun Run
Event Description
It's the 12th Anniversary of The Champions Run for Special Children! It's an awesome superhero-themed, certified 5K run/walk/roll (that also features a 1-mile fun run) to help some of our littlest heroes. Let's get moving!
Dust off your cape and bring some friends to this 5K run/walk/roll benefiting children living with "different-abilities" and special needs! Individual and team awards will be presented.
| Date | Saturday, March 6, 2027 |
| Address | 2404 SC Hwy 81, Anderson, SC 29621 |
| Packet Pickup | Race morning, starting at 7:30 AM, at the check-in table near the start/finish. Bibs are assigned at check-in. |
| 7:30 AM | Check-in and packet pickup open; race-day registration open on your phone until the start |
| 8:15 AM | Pre-race announcements and course briefing |
| 8:30 AM | 1 Mile Fun Run starts |
| 8:30 AM | The Champions Run for Special Children starts |
| 9:25 AM | Awards (results are live on the race page as runners finish) |
| 9:45 AM | Course closes |
Times are based on the start times above.
If your group would like to participate, we are using RunSignUp's group option. Please contact Laura Capell through our contact form or at laura@thechampionscenter.com to set up your group, or you can create your own group through the registration website. Teams of 5 or more receive a discounted rate.
Parking is available at the venue (2404 SC Hwy 81, Anderson, SC 29621). Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your start to park and check in, follow any posted signs or volunteers, and carpool if you can.
The course map will be posted before race day.
Individual and team awards will be presented.
- Group Prizes: Family, Sorority/Fraternity, Business, School, Church, Best Team Costume, Most Team Spirited
- Best Costume Awards: Adult Male, Adult Female, Child
- Individual Awards (Male & Female): Overall (0-49), Masters (50+), and each age group below
The Champions Center for special children (formerly known as DCEC) provides daily care, critical educational and therapeutic services to children living with different-abilities and special needs. We serve children with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus, Muscular Dystrophy, Cystic Fibrosis, Genetic Conditions and Developmental Delays.
EVERY CHILD DESERVES A CHAMPION! Join us and be a CHAMPION for these very special children!
This race is one of the community charity races in the Upstate Giving Series, which connects local races with the Upstate nonprofits they support. Every finish counts toward the series standings.
- Rain or shine: the race goes on in any weather. If lightning or severe weather makes it unsafe, the start may be delayed.
- No refunds: all registrations are final.
Thank you to the businesses and partners who make this race possible.
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Event Location
ENTRANCE TO THE EAST-WEST CONNECTOR ON HWY 81
2404 SC Hwy 81
Anderson, SC 29621 US
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