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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.
| Date | Saturday, September 19, 2026 |
| Location | Greenwood Genetic Center |
| Address | 101 Gregor Mendel Circle, Greenwood, SC 29646 |
| Check-In & Onsite Registration | 8:00-8:45 AM on race morning |
| Packet Pickup | Race morning beginning at 8:00 AM · Early pickup the Friday before, 4:00-6:00 PM, at the Greenwood Genetic Center (106 Gregor Mendel Circle) |
| Parking | Parking is available at Greenwood Genetic Center (101 Gregor Mendel Circle, Greenwood, SC 29646). Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your start to park and check in, follow any posted signs or volunteers, and carpool if you can. |
| 8:45 AM | Pre-race announcements and course briefing |
| 9:00 AM | Race the Helix 5K starts |
| 9:00 AM | Walk the Helix - 1 mile starts |
| 9:55 AM | Awards (results are live on the race page as runners finish) |
| 10:15 AM | Course closes |
Times are based on the start times above.
- 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 for preordered t-shirts and 5K race bibs is also available at the Greenwood Genetic Center (106 Gregor Mendel Circle) on the Friday before the race between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
Online t-shirt sales will close on . There will be a very limited number of t-shirts available for sale on race day. First come, first served.
Pre-packaged snacks and water will be provided.
The course map will be posted before race day.
- 1st place overall male and female
- 1st place male and female in each age group category
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 the foundation's site.
This race is one of the community charity races in the Upstate Giving Series, which connects local races with the Upstate nonprofits they support. Every finish counts toward the series standings.
- Rain or shine: the race goes on in any weather. If lightning or severe weather makes it unsafe, the start may be delayed.
- No refunds: all registrations are final.
- Race-day registration: open on your phone until the race starts.
Thank you to the businesses and partners who make this race possible.

Race day runs on volunteers. Pick a shift that works for you on the volunteer sign-up page.
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Location
Greenwood Genetic Center
Greenwood Genetic Center
101 Gregor Mendel Circle
Greenwood, SC 29646 US
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