Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk
When is Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk?
Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk takes place on Sunday, May 2, 2027 in Piedmont, SC.
What distances does Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk offer?
Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk offers 2 events: Lakeside Park 8k, Lakeside Park 8k.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Park 8k | 8.0 km | $29.00 | Register |
| Lakeside Park 8k | 8.0 km | $29.00 | Register |
How much does Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk cost?
Registration for Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk starts at $29.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk held?
Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk is held in Piedmont, SC at 1500 Piedmont Hwy.
About Lakeside Park 8k Run/Walk
Lakeside Park 8K Run/Walk
In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks 🌿
An eight-kilometer loop on soft, natural trails, with some single-track mountain biking sections and a hub in the center of the park that takes you deep into the forest. An 8:00 AM start on a Sunday in May, when the woods are still cool and the light is coming in low through the trees. Old-fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine are hard to find.
This is the same trail system as the Ice Breaker, run in a different season and a different direction of feeling — where January is about getting through it, May is about staying out in it. The surface is soft underfoot, the singletrack sections give the route some texture, and the central hub means you are never disoriented even when you are deep in the trees.
Afterward there are post-race pancakes, music, and a relaxed hangout, plus event-themed giveaways, a race sticker, a custom race tattoo, and free professional race photos. Every finisher receives a custom medal, and your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series.
Race Day Details
| What | Lakeside Park 8K Run/Walk |
| When | Sunday, May 2, 2027 — 8:00 AM start |
| Where | Lakeside Park, Piedmont, SC |
| Address | 1500 Piedmont Hwy, Piedmont, SC 29673 |
| Packet Pickup | At Lakeside Park about an hour prior to the event — look for the green tent and green arch. No proxy pickups. You can also register from your phone until the race starts. |
| Time Limit | 90 minutes. |
Course
A five-mile loop through soft, natural trails, including some single-track mountain biking sections, with a nice hub in the center of the park that takes you deep into the forest.
View Course Map →Parking
At Lakeside Park, within 100 meters of the start/finish line. Parking is free on race day, but Greenville County Parks and Rec requires a $5 special use permit, which you pay during registration.
Aid Stations
No aid station on the course. Water and refreshments are at the finish line.
Available snacks:
Hydration:
What's Included
Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory — hang around at the finish line and celebrate.
Race Awards
Every Upstate Race Series event is part of the Upstate Giving Series, which connects our 30 races with 30 nonprofit organizations serving communities across the Upstate. Your registration and any donation you add at checkout go to work close to home — you are not just running a race, you are funding the work of a neighbor.
Groups & Teams
$5 Discount & Refund for Groups with 5+ Members
The Upstate Running Club welcomes all local and regional running clubs to our events — the more the merrier. Calling all running clubs and social run groups: Upstate Race Series welcomes crews of all kinds to join the fun. Whether your squad is full of weekend warriors, sunrise chasers, or runners motivated by the promise of a cold drink at the finish, we've got an event for you.
Sign up, share with friends and local running clubs, and cash in on race discounts and refunds when your team, run club, or band of misfits hits 5 runners or more.
Good to Know
Managing Your Registration
Everything about your entry lives in your RunSignUp profile. Sign in, find this race under your upcoming events, and make the change yourself — there is no need to email us first. From there you can:
| • | Transfer your entry to another runner |
| • | Switch to a different distance at this race |
| • | Transfer your entry to a different Upstate Race Series event |
| • | Update your personal details — name, address, emergency contact, shirt size |
| • | Manage add-ons, store items, and apparel purchases |
All entries are final. We do not offer refunds or deferrals — but every option above stays open to you right up to race day, so a change of plans does not have to mean a wasted entry.
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