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Saturday, March 6th, 2027
2404 SC Hwy 81, Anderson SC
5K · 1 Mile
43–63°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
56–79°F
dry
2025
37–55°F
dry
2024
53–60°F
rain
2023
42–70°F
dry
2022
55–75°F
dry
2021
38–52°F
dry
2020
40–54°F
dry
2019
25–47°F
dry
2018
44–52°F
rain
2017
47–64°F
dry
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About this race
The Champions Run for Special Children
Date: March 6, 2027
Location: 2404 SC Hwy 81, Anderson, SC
Website: The Champions Run for Special Children
Race Overview
- Anniversary: It's the 12th Anniversary of The Champions Run for Special Children!
- Theme: 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!
- Beneficiary: Dust off your cape and bring some friends to this 5K run/walk/roll benefiting children living with "different-abilities" and special needs!
- Awards: Individual and Team awards will be presented.
Group Prizes
- Categories: Family, Sorority/Fraternity, Business, School, Church, Best Team Costume, Most Team Spirited.
Individual Awards - Male & Female
- Overall: 0 - 49
- Masters: 50+
- Ages: 70+, 60 - 69, 50 - 59, 40 - 49, 30 - 39, 20 - 29, 15 - 19, 10 - 14, 9 and under.
Best Costume Awards
- Adult Male: Best Costume - Adult Male
- Adult Female: Best Costume - Adult Female
- Child: Best Costume - Child
Group Participation
If your GROUP would like to participate, we are utilizing RunSignUp's group option. Please contact Laura Capell through our contact form, or at [email protected] to set up your group, or you can create your own group through the registration website. Teams of 5 or more will receive a discounted rate of $20 per person.
About The Champions Center
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.
Call to Action
EVERY CHILD DESERVES A CHAMPION! Join us and be a CHAMPION for these very special children!
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