Saturday, February 28th, 2026
200 Tanger Outlet Blvd, Pooler GA
5K · 1 Mile
Race-day ready
Everything but the shoes.
Real running socks, a bib belt, anti-chafe — the cheap upgrades that matter.
About this race
Packet Pick Up
Friday February 2th from 8am-11am and 3pm-6pm at the Tangiers Outlet Mall near the lighthouse.
Race Day pick up will begin at 6:30am in the same location. On site registration is available at packet pick up and race day.
RACE DAY
6:30am. Packet pick up begins
7:15am. Fun Run Begins
7:30am. Projected 5k start or as soon as the fun run is complete.
8:30am Projected Awards time
RACE DAY PARKING
There is ample parking at the mall. Start and finish is near the lighthouse so parking near that location will keep you close to the action.
Course information
Runners will complete to loops around a portion of the mall parking lot. One aid station will be on the course and runners will pass it twice. Finish will be near the lighthouse and post race water and food will be available.
⭐ 4th Annual S2S FACTS Inc. USATF Certified 5K Friendship Fun Run
Saturday, February 28, 2026 | Tanger Outlets Pooler, GA | Starting at the Lighthouse
The Run Everyone Has Been Waiting For!
It’s back and better than ever! Join us for the 4th Annual S2S FACTS Inc. USATF Certified 5K Friendship Fun Run: the community’s most anticipated Friendship Month celebration.
Get ready to embark on a fabulous morning filled with friends, family, fitness, and fun as we unite to support our Youth Ambassadors Program. This beloved annual run brings together runners, walkers, families, school teams, sororities/fraternities, corporate crews, and community groups for a high-energy morning of connection and celebration.
🏃♂️ Event Schedule
Kids Fun Run – 7:15 AM
A fun, fast, and exciting race for children 12 and under.
USATF 5K Friendship Run – Immediately Following
Hit the ground running on our official USATF-certified 5K course, beginning at the iconic Lighthouse at Tanger Outlets.
🏆 Bring a Friend and You Could WIN!
Superlative Friendship Prize Categories
Bring your crew, because this year, friendship could earn you a trophy! Celebrate your bond and stand out in one of our fan-favorite superlatives:
👯♀️ First Pair of Friends to Finish Together
🎭 Friends Twins (creative, matching outfits)
⏳ Longest Friendship
👀 Look-Alike Friends
🌍 Most Diverse Friendship Duo
✈️ International Friends
🏅 Tiny Tots Champions (Kids Fun Run)
The more friends you bring, the more chances you have to WIN!
🎉 Why This Run Is Everyone’s Favorite
A fun, family-friendly, pet-friendly event
A fully USATF-certified course
T-shirt, race bib, and swag for all participants
Finisher medals for all registered runners
Music, vendors, Kids Zone, photography, and more
A meaningful fundraiser for the S2S FACTS Youth Ambassadors Program
A powerful celebration of community, wellness, and friendship
💛 Our Purpose
S2S FACTS Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to empowering youth, seniors, women, and underserved families across Coastal Georgia.
Proceeds from this event directly support our Youth Ambassadors Program, helping us continue to Build Tomorrow’s Future Today through leadership development, skill-building, mentorship, and community enrichment.
📅 Registration Information
Early Bird Registration (opens Nov. 19, 2025): $30
January 1, 2026: $35
Race Day: $45
Register early to guarantee your race shirt and swag bag!
📧 Questions? We’re Here to Help!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 912-201-1946
Course map
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