EVENTS
Kids 1/4 Mile Run
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Saturday, April 24, 2027 | Downtown Lyman, South Carolina
Two distances. One incredible community. Let's Grow Lyman!
Lace up your running shoes and join us for the 2027 Grow Lyman 5K + 10K! Whether you're chasing a personal record, tackling a new distance, or simply enjoying a morning with friends and family, there's a place for you at our starting line.
Choose your challenge! Take on the 5K (3.1 miles) or go the extra distance with our 10K (6.2 miles). From seasoned runners to first-time participants, we're bringing our community together for a morning filled with movement, encouragement, and hometown pride.
But the fun doesn't stop at the finish line!
We're kicking off the 2027 Lyman Farmers Market season with a celebration in the heart of downtown Lyman. After your race, stick around to shop local vendors, grab something delicious, enjoy the festivities, and celebrate your accomplishment with the community that cheered you on.
Come for the race. Stay for the community.
Additional details about race times, packet pickup, course information, awards, and race-day activities will be announced as we get closer to April.
We can't wait to see you at the starting line!
CONTACT FORM
EVENT LOCATION
Downtown Lyman SC
81 Groce Rd.
Lyman, SC 29365 US
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RACE MAP
- GRAB TWO FRIENDS AND EVERYONE REGISTERS FOR $25. -
Everything is more fun with friends! Gather your coworkers, running club, church group, family, neighborhood, or workout buddies and save when you register together. Groups of three or more participants qualify for our discounted group rate of just $25 per runner. Registering as a team is a great way to encourage one another and make race day even more memorable.
- POST-RACE PARTY -
Celebrate with us at the Lyman Farmers Market!
After crossing the finish line, everyone is invited to enjoy local vendors, healthy food, fresh produce, live demonstrations, community organizations, and family-friendly activities.
- COURSE AID -
We will have one centralized aid station at the start/ finish line, plus one water station at the half-way checkpoint.
Available snacks:
Bananas, pickles, chips, Fig Newtons, pretzels, assorted candy
Refreshments:
Water, Coke, and Ginger Ale
- PARKING INFO -
Free parking will be available near the start/finish area in downtown Lyman. Volunteers will be on-site to direct participants to designated parking areas. Please plan to arrive at least 45–60 minutes before your race begins to allow time for parking, packet pickup, and warm-up activities.
- PACKET PICKUP -
Friday, April 23rd
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Address:
Lyman Event Center
59 Groce Road
Lyman, SC
Race Day Packet Pickup
Saturday beginning at 6:30 AM
Packet pickup closes 30 minutes before each race begins.
- AWARDS -
Awards will also be presented to the top overall male and female finishers,
as well as the top three finishers in each age division:
Age Groups
10 & Under
11–14
15–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70+
Dog Division
Top Dog/Human Male Team
Top Dog/ Human Female Team
HELP US GROW THE FARMERS MARKET!
$0
Raised of $5,000
The Coutdown is On!!
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
YES, the course is very dog-friendly and we will have special awards for the top dog + human team for male and female racers!
Absolutely, but be very aware of your surroundings, especially crossing Groce rd. and Spartanburg Rd.
Yes, just send them your QR Code for our volunteers to scan.
Yes, but all registration will be on the RunSignUp page - we cannot take cash for your registration.
Yes, completely free and multiple places to park.
No, we will not have access to a safe place to leave gear.
Yes, we celebrate families running together! The more the merrier!
Yes, we will have one water station at the half-way point as well as water when you finish your race.
