Special Olympics Greenville Holiday Shuffle
Saturday, December 12
Directions
Saturday, December 12
813 Laurens Rd.
Greenville, SC
Saturday, December 12
813 Laurens Rd.
Greenville, SC
SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREENVILLE · PRESENTED BY TD BANK
Holiday Shuffle
A festive 5K and 1 mile run/walk/roll at Holland Park benefiting Special Olympics Greenville.
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Holland Park · Greenville, SC
ABOUT THE RACE
Join us on Saturday, December 12 at Holland Park for the Special Olympics Greenville Holiday Shuffle, a festive community race supporting an incredible local mission.
The Holiday Shuffle is a fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics Greenville, helping provide year-round sports seasons, competition opportunities and programming for individuals ages 8 and older with intellectual disabilities.
This event brings together families, community members, current and potential Special Olympics athletes, volunteers, runners, walkers and supporters for a fun and meaningful morning. Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with friends and family, or simply coming out to support, every registration helps create more opportunities for athletes throughout our community.
RACE DAY DETAILS
DATE
Saturday, December 12, 2026
LOCATION
Holland Park
813 Laurens Rd., Greenville, SC 29607
5K RUN/WALK/ROLL
11:00 AM start
Check-in opens 10:00 AM
1 MILE RUN/WALK/ROLL
12:00 PM start
Check-in opens 11:00 AM
PACKET PICKUP & CHECK-IN
Under the white Special Olympics tent, beginning one hour before the start of your race. You'll receive your bib number and your Holiday Shuffle t-shirt (if you registered by the shirt deadline).
PARKING
Holland Park and surrounding areas. Use the gravel lot across the street as main parking, and plan to arrive early. Accessible parking spaces and an accessible drop-off are in the paved lot within Holland Park.
Shirt deadline: register by November 12, 2026 to guarantee your official Holiday Shuffle t-shirt.
THE EVENTS
11:00 AM
5K Run/Walk/Roll
Check-in opens at 10:00 AM. Run it, walk it or roll it.
12:00 PM
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk/Roll
Check-in opens at 11:00 AM. A great choice for families and athletes of all abilities.
RACE MORNING TIMELINE
10:00 AM
5K check-in opens under the white Special Olympics tent
11:00 AM
5K Run/Walk/Roll starts · 1 Mile check-in opens
12:00 PM
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk/Roll starts
COURSE
Both races start and finish at Holland Park, with water stations on the course.
Start/Finish on Google Maps
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Official Holiday Shuffle t-shirt for those registered by the shirt deadline (November 12, 2026)
Finisher medal
Finish-line snacks and water
Course water stations
Race-day music and sound system sponsored by Greenville County Parks & Recreation
A festive community atmosphere supporting Special Olympics Greenville
Missed the shirt deadline? You can purchase a shirt under the Info Tent at any time on race day.
SUPPORTING SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREENVILLE
Proceeds from the Holiday Shuffle support Special Olympics Greenville and its mission to provide year-round opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities through sports, competition, friendship and community.
Your participation helps athletes train, compete, build confidence, develop friendships and experience the power of belonging to a team. Come celebrate the holiday season, support local athletes, and help Special Olympics Greenville continue making an impact throughout our community.
Special Olympics Greenville
RACE POLICIES
There are no refunds or transfers for this race under any circumstances, including inclement weather. We are grateful for your interest and your donation to Special Olympics Greenville.
The race is rain or shine. In the case of unsafe weather conditions, the race will be cancelled. Please check your inbox and our Instagram for weather updates.
LET'S STAY CONNECTED
Special Olympics Greenville WebsiteInstagram: @specialoly_greenvillescManage RegistrationContact the Race Director
Race contact: Special Olympics Greenville. Questions? Use the contact form or tap the chat button in the corner.
5K
1 mile