Run 4 Brighter Days and Kids Fun Event

🏃‍♂️ Running Towards Hope!

Together, we can make a difference. Join us for our 14th Annual Run 4 Brighter Days as we raise awareness and advocate for Teen Suicide Prevention. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation supports a cause that can save lives.

Can't join us in person, we have a Virtual Option!

📅 Race Details

• Type: 5K & Kids Fun Run/Walk
• Date: September 12th 2026
• Start Time: 7:45 AM Kids Fun Run
• Location: Lynches River County Park

Address: 5094 County Park Rd, Coward, SC 29530

Proceeds: The Jonathan C. Smith Foundation

💰 Registration Fees

• Early Registration: 5K/Walk- $35 – (Until May 31st)
• Regular Registration: 5K/Walk - $40 - (Jun 1st - Sep 10th)
• Late Registration: 5K/Walk -$45 after (Sep 11th- Sep 12th)
• 5K for Kids 12 and under: FREE

Virtual Race: 5K/Walk - $45 - Entry will receive T-shirt and participation medal in the mail after the race

🏆 Awards and Entertainment

• Awards: Ceremony will be after all participants have finished
• Entertainment: Joyful Entertainment, cool Environmental Discovery Center with interactive fun
• Special Activities: Live exhibits and a tree top canopy walk.
• Kids Perks: All Kids get Free t-shirt and Medal!

🌟 Event Information

• Packet Pickup Kids Fun Run: On-site 6:45 AM – 7:30 AM
• Packet Pickup 5K: On-site 6:45 AM - 8:15 AM
• Event Special Notes: Strollers are welcome. People can listen to music while running.
• Pets: Please tell your humans to bring your leash.

🏨 Accommodations

Comfort Inn and Suites, Florence SC, 527 Woody Jones Blvd., Florence, SC, 29501, US

Click Here Comfort Inn and Suites for our discounted rate: Discounted Rate expires August 13, 2025.

🚫 Refund Policy

Our Event will proceed rain or shine. No Refunds.

🌐 Learn More

For more information, visit our race page at Run 4 Brighter Days and Kids Fun Event.