Tacky Sweater 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Greenville, SC

Date
December 19, 2026
Location
Greenville, SC
Venue
220 Lakewood Drive
Start Time
10:00 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $29.00
Events
Tacky Sweater 5k
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🎄✨ HO HO HO and Welcome to the TACKIEST 5K of the Year! ✨🎄 Straight from the North Pole (okay, maybe more like South Carolina), it’s your jolly friend Christmas here, and I’m inviting YOU to jingle all the way through the woods at the Tacky Sweater 5K! 🎅🧣🎽 This isn’t just any run—it’s a full-blown festive fashion disaster parade on the move! Whether the forecast calls for snowflakes ❄️ or sweat beads 💦, nothing stops a South Carolina runner in a sweater covered in tinsel, blinking lights, and pure holiday joy! 🌟 🦌 Tacky Day Details: 🎄 WHEN: Race kicks off at 10:00am sharp (don’t be late—Santa's watching!) 🎁 WHERE: Lakewood Nature Preserve – 220 Lakewood Dr., Greenville, SC 🎁 PACKET PICKUP: Begins one hour before the run (plenty of time to fluff your sweater pom-poms!) Get ready for 2 festive loops (1.5 miles each) through the wild & whimsical woods of Lakewood! The trails are wide, grassy, and sprinkled with just enough hills to jingle your bells 🎶. Keep your eyes peeled for curious cr

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Tacky Sweater 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Greenville, SC?

Tacky Sweater 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Greenville, SC takes place on December 19, 2026. The race is held in Greenville, South Carolina.

Where is Tacky Sweater 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Greenville, SC held?

Tacky Sweater 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Greenville, SC is held at 220 Lakewood Drive in Greenville, South Carolina.

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