Upcoming Races in Greer, South Carolina 2026

Written By: Jeremy N

If you are looking for races in Greer, South Carolina, you have come to the right place. Greer has a growing running scene with 6 races listed in our directory, including 4 upcoming events in 2026. Whether you are lacing up for your first 5K or chasing a new personal record, there is something here for every runner.

Upcoming Races in Greer, South Carolina

Here is a look at the top upcoming races in Greer this year. We update our listings weekly so you always have the most current information.

Never Forget 9:11 Endurance

Date: September 13, 2026

Join us in Greer, SC for a heartfelt endurance event where you’ll push yourself for 9 hours and 11 minutesrunning, walking, or rucking as many loops as your spirit allowswhile honoring the heroic sacrifice and courage of those lost on 9/11. Read full details →

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BMW Performance Classic 2-Mile Run / Walk – 27th Annual

Date: September 18, 2026

Get ready to run or walk 2 miles in Greer, SC as part of the Greenville Track Club’s Corporate Shield series! This beloved 27-year tradition is growing bigger in 2026, so we’re arranging convenient off-site parking at The Ultimate Driving Museum with shuttle service to keep… Read full details →

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Red Ribbon 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run

Date: October 4, 2026

Distance: 5K

Join us for our beloved 9th annual Red Ribbon 5K in Greer on October 5th, 2025a fantastic community event perfect for runners and walkers of all levels! Read full details →

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Jingle Jog 5K presented by the Greer Police Department

Date: October 17, 2026

Distance: 5K

Lace up and support a great cause at this festive 5K event in Greer, SC, where proceeds go straight to the Cops for Tots campaign that’s been spreading Christmas joy to local kids for nearly four decades. Read full details →

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Why Run in Greer?

Running events in Greer offer a mix of community fun runs, charity 5Ks, and competitive road races throughout the year. The local running community is active and welcoming to runners of all levels — from first-timers to seasoned racers. Many of these events benefit local charities and organizations, making race day about more than just your finish time.

Find More Races in South Carolina

Greer is just one part of a thriving South Carolina running scene. If you want to explore more events across the state, check out our full race listings for South Carolina — we track every upcoming running event from 1 mile fun runs to full marathons.

Get Ready to Race

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Good luck out there — see you at the finish line in Greer!

Hi, Jeremy Here, 

I am the the guy behind Train for a 5K. On this site, I share everything that learned along my running journey. The content I create is the running training I wish I had before we started this journeyAbout Jeremy. 

I have run over 250 races including the California International Marathon, Clarksburg Country Run, and various other 5K & 10K races throughout the United States. I am a former Athletics department employee at University of the Pacific and Shoe Consultant with Dicks Sporting Goods

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