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Running Races in South Carolina

South Carolina has 306 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in September through November, quietest in April through June. No single city dominates the calendar. Greenville leads with 50 races, followed by Myrtle Beach (18), Columbia (14), and Anderson (13). The remaining 69% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

Running races by month in South Carolina

Oct (67) · Sep (57) · Nov (51) · Aug (31) · Jul (21) · Dec (21) · Mar (17) · Feb (14) · Jan (10) · Apr (9) · May (5) · Jun (3)

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Color Run/Walk (5K) YMCA in Port Royal SC

Port Royal, SC

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Color Run/Walk (5K) YMCA in Port Royal SC

July 11, 2026
Port Royal, SC
Route 151 5K
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Route 151 5K

July 11, 2026
Darlington, SC
Koala Bottle Harbison Half Marathon & 5K
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Koala Bottle Harbison Half Marathon & 5K

July 12, 2026
Columbia, SC

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Melon Mile 5K

Pageland, SC

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Melon Mile 5K

July 18, 2026
Pageland, SC
Carolina Reaper Challenge (50k - 13.1 - 10k & Relay)
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Carolina Reaper Challenge (50k - 13.1 - 10k & Relay)

July 18, 2026
Greenville, SC
Rudolph's Revenge: A Christmas in July Night Run!
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Rudolph's Revenge: A Christmas in July Night Run!

July 18, 2026
Rock Hill, SC

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Dog Days of Summer 5K

Charleston, SC

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Dog Days of Summer 5K

July 18, 2026
Charleston, SC
McLeod Health & Fitness Center Kids Splash and Dash
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McLeod Health & Fitness Center Kids Splash and Dash

July 18, 2026
Florence, SC
Moonshot 5k
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Moonshot 5k

July 18, 2026
Woodruff, SC

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Rudolph's Revenge: A Christmas in July Night Run!

Rock Hill, SC

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Rudolph's Revenge: A Christmas in July Night Run!

July 19, 2026
Rock Hill, SC
Project SC - One Mile Challenge Sponsored by Asics
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Project SC - One Mile Challenge Sponsored by Asics

July 24, 2026
Bluffton, SC
Santa Stroll | Presented by Beach Automotive
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Santa Stroll | Presented by Beach Automotive

July 25, 2026
Myrtle Beach, SC
Freedom Run Presented by Conkrete Athletic Department
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Freedom Run Presented by Conkrete Athletic Department

July 25, 2026
Simpsonville, SC

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2026 Race4Chase Clover Community YMCA

Clover, SC

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2026 Race4Chase Clover Community YMCA

July 25, 2026
Clover, SC

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Mcleod Health & Fitness Center Kids Splash and Dash

Florence, SC

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Mcleod Health & Fitness Center Kids Splash and Dash

July 25, 2026
Florence, SC

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Conkrete Society: Annual SC “Freedom Run”

Simpsonville, SC

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Conkrete Society: Annual SC “Freedom Run”

July 26, 2026
Simpsonville, SC
Black Dog Running Fall 2026 Training
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Black Dog Running Fall 2026 Training

July 30, 2026
Myrtle Beach, SC
Expedition Camp
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Expedition Camp

July 30, 2026
Aiken, SC
Project SC - One Mile Challenge - GVL
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Project SC - One Mile Challenge - GVL

July 31, 2026
Taylors, SC
Run2Overcome 5k & 10k Presented by The Haro Group Keller Williams Historic District
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Run2Overcome 5k & 10k Presented by The Haro Group Keller Williams Historic District

August 1, 2026
Greenville, SC
Hartsville Fox Trot 5K
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Hartsville Fox Trot 5K

August 1, 2026
Hartsville, SC
Glaze Craze 4 Miler
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Glaze Craze 4 Miler

August 1, 2026
Myrtle Beach, SC
GTC Paris Mountain Trails 7K
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GTC Paris Mountain Trails 7K

August 1, 2026
Greenville, SC
Andy's Race
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Andy's Race

August 2, 2026
Greenville, SC

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Frequently asked questions

How do I find running races near me?
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.