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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
4001 Chesnee Hwy, Gaffney SC
5K
47–65°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
43–70°F
dry
2024
61–74°F
rain
2023
51–78°F
dry
2022
63–78°F
rain
2021
46–66°F
dry
2020
56–73°F
dry
2019
46–68°F
rain
2018
48–70°F
dry
2017
62–69°F
rain
2016
47–67°F
dry
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About this race
VETERANS AWARENESS 5K RUN/WALK
- Location: Cowpens National Battlefield
- Date: November 7th
- Start Time: 5K begins at 8:00 AM
Every mile we run carries a purpose. This event is about more than a finish line… It’s about raising awareness for veteran suicide prevention and standing in support of the men and women who have served our country.
- Quote: “22 veterans a day is 22 too many.”
WHY WE RUN
- Honor: Honor those we’ve lost
- Support: Support those still fighting
- Community: Stand united as a community
RACE DETAILS
- Event: 5K Run/Walk (all paces welcome)
- Awards: Overall & age group awards
- Venue: Event held at historic Cowpens National Battlefield
- Bonus: Register early to guarantee your event t-shirt. Deadline for T-shirt is Oct. 9th
- Registration: Registration ends on 10/23/26 at midnight
MAKE AN IMPACT
Your participation helps bring awareness to an issue that affects families, communities, and veterans across the nation.
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