Venue
154 Green Wave Blvd
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $25.00
Events
Run The Green Wave 5k, Run The Green Wave Mile
Run The Green Wave 5K is a running event held in Easley, South Carolina on August 8, 2026, with both 1-mile and 5K distance options. The race starts at 7:10 AM from 154 Green Wave Boulevard. Entry fees range from $10 to $25 depending on registration timing and category. This early-morning start makes it suitable for athletes looking to knock out their run before the heat of the day, typical for summer racing in the Southeast. With two distance options available, the event accommodates both shorter-distance runners and those training for longer events.
From the Race Organizer
On Saturday August 8th, 2026 the Run the Green Wave 5k will be held at Easley High School in Easley, SC. This 5k will be very unique in that it will be held on the Easley cross country course. It is on mostly grass with a few pavement crossings, with a fast finish on the Track. The entire community is welcome to attend this fun event! There will be award winners, music, and door prizes for all contestants. There will also be a Run the Green Wave Kid's Mile before the 5k. This Green Wave Mile is intended for children 6th grade and below. Run the Green Wave Mile: 7:10 AM Run the Green Wave 5k: 7:30 AM Registration: $10 for Green Wave Mile $25 for Green Wave 5k Everyone who enters before July 27th, 2026 at 11:59 PM will be guaranteed a t-shirt. ALL Finishers will receive a finisher medal in both the 5k and Kid's Mile All proceeds go to the entire Cross Country & Track program at Easley High School You will be able to register online until August 8th (7:10 AM). This 5k is OPEN to the entire community. ALL ages welcome. This will not be a sanctioned High School meet; however, teams are welcome to come. Registration includes a t-shirt along with other items from various vendors Green Wave Mile Starts : 7:10 AM Age Group 0-10 *** cutoff will be 6th grade. If you want to run the 5k, make sure you sign up specifically for the 5k Awards : All participants in the Green Wave Mile will receive a finishers medal Run the Green Wave 5k Starts : 7:30 AM Age Group Awards 0 - 14 15 - 19 20 - 24 25 - 29 30 - 34 35 - 39 40 - 44 45 - 50 51 - 54 55 - 59 60 - 64 65-69 70-74 75+ Register by July 27th, 2026 to be guaranteed a t-shirt If you see our sponsors, please be sure to thank them! They help make our race happen! Sponsors: Waters Orthodontics Fifth Third Bank Bank of America 2 Bro's Pizza Joe's Ice Cream Phillip Price- State Farm Dale Looper- Movement Mortgage MJ Custom Builders, LLC BDO USA LMNT Next Phase Running Newberry Sales Bottom Line Military Sales Under the Carolina Moon Fleet Feet Upstate Inflatables Scurry Pest Control Braxton Sheriff- Realtor REAL Broker, LLC EagleEye Monitoring Race Day Registration from 6:00 AM-7:00 AM Race Packet Pick-up: Friday August 7th 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Easley High School Main Office (outside) Contact Information: Race Director: Braxton Sheriff Braxtonsheriff@msn.com for questions. 864-704-6656 *** ALL PROCEEDS GO TOWARDS THE EASLEY CROSS COUNTRY & TRACK TEAM***
Run The Green Wave 5k 2026 — Easley, SC
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When is Run The Green Wave 5k 2026 — Easley, SC?
Run The Green Wave 5k 2026 — Easley, SC takes place on August 8, 2026. The race is held in Easley, South Carolina.
Where is Run The Green Wave 5k 2026 — Easley, SC held?
Run The Green Wave 5k 2026 — Easley, SC is held at 154 Green Wave Blvd in Easley, South Carolina.
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