The Champions Run for Special Children

Race Overview

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!

Event Details:

• Date: 2026-03-07
• Location: 2404 SC Hwy 81, Anderson, SC
• Registration: Register Here
• Theme: Superhero-themed

Group Participation

Dust off your cape and bring some friends to this 5K run/walk/roll benefiting children living with "different-abilities" and special needs!

Group Prizes:

• Family
• Sorority/Fraternity
• Business
• School

Awards

Individual Awards - Male & Female:

• Overall (0 - 49)
• Masters (50+)
• Ages 70+
• Age 60 - 69

Best Costume Awards:

• Best Costume - Adult Male
• Best Costume - Adult Female
• Best Costume - Child

Group Registration

If your GROUP would like to participate, we are utilizing 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 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.

Join Us!

EVERY CHILD DESERVES A CHAMPION! Join us and be a CHAMPION for these very special children!