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Lakeside Park 8k
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The Upstate Race Series Presented by Snyder Construction Introduces
Lakeside Park 8k
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks."
Join us at Lakeside Park for an unforgettable race experience and awesome giveaways! 🎉🌿
Included in Registration
🏅 Finisher Medal – Earn a custom medal to commemorate your achievement!
📸 Free Professional Race Photos – Capture your race-day moments with free high-quality photos!
🎽 Custom Race Bib – Wear a unique bib that marks your participation in this epic event!
🖋️ Custom Race Tattoo – Show off your race spirit with a fun, themed tattoo!
🎁 Event-Themed Giveaways – Exclusive event swag to remember your trail adventure!
🥞 Post-Race Pancakes – Refuel with delicious pancakes after crossing the finish line!
🏷️ Race Sticker – Stick your race pride everywhere with a custom sticker!
🎶 Music & Post-Race Hangout – Celebrate with music and fellow runners in a relaxed post-race atmosphere!
⏱️ Chip Timing w/ Live Results – Stay on top of your performance with live race results as they happen!
Volunteer with Us!
🙋🏻♂️🙋🏻♀️ Help with a 3-hour shift (packet pickup, setup, cleanup, or cheer squad) and earn a FREE entry to any Upstate Race Series-owned event. Sign up via the volunteer tab on any race page. We manage 25 events annually, so check which ones are URS-owned before selecting your future race!
Information
Lakeside – A Journey Through Nature's Heart 🌿🌳
Race Day Details
🌍 What: Lakeside 8k Run/Walk
⏰ When: Race starts at 8:00 AM
🏞️ Where: Lakeside Park
📍 Address: 1500 Piedmont Hwy, Piedmont, 29673
🎁 Awards: Overall & Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female finishers will receive awards at the race conclusion.
Course Map: HERE
The course is a 5-mile loop through soft, natural trails, some single-track, and 🌳🌿
Upstate Race Series Registration Policies & Options
✅ Transfers
- Registered participants may transfer their entry to another person through their RunSignUp profile
- Transfer & Manage Registration HERE
✅ Distance Changes
- Participants may switch to a different race distance (e.g., drop from Half Marathon to 5K).
- Switch Distance & Manage Registration HERE
✅ Club & Referral Discounts
- Join the Upstate Running Club and receive 15% OFF registration.
- Refer 2+ runners and receive $5 OFF.
✅ Race Shirts & Swag
- Race shirts are sold and shipped separately.
- Finisher medals and awards (age group & overall) are not shipped.
✅ Refunds & Deferrals
- No refunds or deferrals will be offered (unless the event sells out).
- If the race sells out, you may request a 50% OFF code for a future Upstate Race Series event.
🏆 Race Awards & Age Group Trail Series
🎖️ Top 3 Overall (Male & Female)
The fastest three finishers will each receive a trophy to honor their achievement at the front of the pack!
🥇 Age Group Awards (Male & Female)
The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each age group will earn an Age Group Series Medal 🏅—a custom piece to add to your finisher’s lanyard at the end of the event.
🌲 Upstate Trail Series Recognition
Our Age Group Trail Series highlights consistency and performance across the season!🏆 The Top 3 Male & Female in each age group will be recognized for total points earned throughout the series at our annual awards ceremony.
Age Group Categories:
- 👶 0–9
- 🧒 10–12
- 🧑🎓 13–16
- 🎓 17–19
- 🧑 20–29
- 👱 30–34
- 🧔 35–39
- 🧑🦰 40–44
- 🧓 45–49
- 👴 50–54
- 👵 55–59
- 🦳 60–64
- 🧙 65–69
- 🧝 70–79
- 🦄 80+
Any questions? Contact us today!
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Lakeside Park
Lakeside Park
1500 Piedmont Hwy
Piedmont, SC 29673 US
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