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Run for Life

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Lake Wylie, SC
1 Thunderbird Lane, River Hills, 29710
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Run for a vital cause on a challenging, scenic course with lake and golf views in Lake Wylie, supporting Type 1 Diabetes and Childhood Cancer programs.

  • Scenic
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

The annual Run for Life in Lake Wylie, SC, supports the River Hills/Lake Wylie Lions Club's Type 1 Diabetes and Childhood Cancer Programs. This event features a 10K run and a 1-Mile Family Fun Walk, both starting and ending at Camp Thunderbird. Runners can expect a challenging course with rolling hills, tree-lined roads, and picturesque lake and golf course views within the lakeside community of River Hills. Funds raised help send children with Type 1 Diabetes to Camp Sweet Escape.

What to expect

  • A challenging 10K course featuring rolling hills, tree-lined roads, and lovely lake and golf course views.
  • A 1-Mile Family Fun Walk on stroller-friendly sidewalks, perfect for all ages.
  • Your participation directly supports Type 1 Diabetes and Childhood Cancer programs.

Standout details

  • Supports Type 1 Diabetes & Childhood Cancer
  • Sends children to Camp Sweet Escape
  • Scenic course with lake & golf views
  • Challenging rolling hills

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 25, 9:30 AM EDT · From $15.00

    Opens Jan 21, 2026, 6:59 AM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 25, 9:15 AM EDT · From $30.00

    Opens Jan 21, 2026, 6:59 AM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • 10K

    Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM EDT · From $30.00

    Opens Jan 21, 2026, 6:59 AM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 4:00 PM EST

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The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

The River Hills/Lake Wylie Lions Club (RHLW Lions Club) is proud to host the annual Type 1 Diabetes and Childhood Cancer on Saturday, April 25th, 2026 .

The net proceeds help support The Lions Club's  efforts on behalf of Type I  Diabetes and Childhood Cancer Programs.

The event will start and end in beautiful Camp Thunderbird adjacent to the River Hills. It will include a 5 K and 10 k Runs and a 1-Mile Family Fun Walk. The 5K and 10k runs and 1-mile family fun walk will be held in the lakeside community of River Hills in Lake Wylie, S.C. Runners will love the challenging course that offers rolling hills, tree lined roads, lake and golf course views. Families will be able to walk a course that offers stroller-friendly sidewalks to make their day enjoyable. The funds raised by "Run For Life"{ allows the Lions Club to sponsor children with Type I Diabetes to go to Camp Sweet Escape. The camp is designed to help the children understand how to live and thrive with this frightening disease. River Hills  / Lake Wylie Lions Club is one of the largest and most active Lions Clubs in the Carolinas. We support over 30 charities through our Run for Life, Golf Tournament, Community Directory, Christmas Tree Sales, Pancake Breakfast, and the generous donations from our membership. Our Goal is simple, “We Serve"

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