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Wounded Warrior 5k 2026
Location:
Patriot Park – 380 General Drive, Sumter, SC 29150
Join us for the Patriots Wounded Warrior 5K as we come together to honor and support our wounded warriors and military community. This family-friendly 5K welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.
Race Details:
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Check-in begins at 8:00 am
Race Start: 9:00 am
Registration available in-house or online through April 10
General Registration: $30
E1–E4 Military Registration: $15 (I.D. required for verification)
We are proud to announce Army Veteran and City Councilman Calvin Hastie as the featured speaker for opening ceremony remarks.
Turkey Trot 5k
Thursday, November 26, 2026 @ 9:00 AM!
Start Thanksgiving off the right way with a run or walk: Bring your family, friends and your pets as we celebrate health and blessings for the 44nd year! The Gobbler Dash Fun Run for kids is back this year with t-shirts and trophies for the kids!
Turkey Trot: Certified 5K course, finish line and chip timers by Strictly Running, T-Shirts
Gobbler Dash: City trail for kids ages 6 to 9, supervised by YMCA Staff
Register Fall 2025 at the YMCA or online
Early Packet Pick-up: Wednesday, November 25 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm in the Community Health Room at the Y. Get here early to get your shirt. They are first come, first serve.
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup: Begins 8 AM
Race: Begins 9 AM
Volunteers are needed to make this event a success. For more information, contact Missy Corrigan at 803-773-1404.
TEE UP FOR A CAUSE
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Hosted At Beech Creek Golf Club
6th Annual Tournament – coming in spring 2027
Location: Beech Creek Golf Club
1800 Sam Gillespie Blvd, Sumter, SC 29154
Registration available in-house and online
Get ready to tee off for a great cause! Our Fifth Annual Tee Up For A Cause tournament returns to Beech Creek Golf Club, bringing a full day of golf, food, fun, and YMCA spirit. Every swing supports the YMCA of Sumter’s Annual Campaign Scholarship Fund.
What’s Included:
18 holes + cart
Chick‑fil‑A breakfast and lunch
Swag bag packed with tournament gear
A drone tee shot for each team
An air‑cannon tee shot for every player
Door‑prize tickets for all
Plus: a 50/50 drawing, silent auction, and cash prizes for both top and bottom teams.
Contact Derek Burress, Community Outreach Director, at dburress@ymcasumter.com or call 803-774-2514
