Race the Helix - Greenwood

Race the Helix - Greenwood

Join us for the 16th annual Race the Helix-Greenwood race, inspired by one family's desire to raise awareness for genetic disorders and funding for genetic research! All proceeds benefit the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation.

Event Details

• Date & Time: Saturday, September 19th, 2026 at 9:00 am - Greenwood Genetic Center
• Distance: 5K run or walk with Chip Timing (course can accommodate strollers and wheelchairs)
• Alternate Course: 1-mile course for walkers, runners, strollers, and wheelchairs
• Refreshments: Pre-packaged snacks and water will be provided

T-shirts and Registration

• T-shirt Sales: Online t-shirt sales will close on September 5. There will be a very limited number of t-shirts available for sale on race day. First come, first served.
• Check-in: 8:00 am - 8:45 am on race morning for onsite registration.
• Awards Divisions:
  • 1st Place: overall male and female
  • Age Groups: 1st Place male and female in each age group category:
  • 12 and under
  • 13-19
  • 20-29
  • 30-39
  • 40-49
  • 50-59
  • 60-69
  • 70+

Packet and T-shirt Pickup

• Race Day Pickup: Preordered Race the Helix t-shirts and 5K race bibs can be picked up at the race on Saturday morning beginning at 8:00 am.
• Early Pickup: Available at the Greenwood Genetic Center (106 Gregor Mendel Circle) on Friday, September 19 between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm.

Support the Cause

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation. For more information about the Greenwood Genetic Center Foundation or to make a donation, please visit: https://www.ggc.org/foundation/donate.

Race Registration

For more details and to register for the race, visit: Race the Helix - Greenwood Registration.