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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Myrtle Beach Boardwalk/Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach SC
Half · 5K
About this race
Event Information
Date: Saturday, Oct 10, 2026
Location: Myrtle Beach Boardwalk/Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC
Half Marathon Start Time: 7:00 am
Coastal 5K Start Time: 7:15 am
Race Details
- Course: This amazing half marathon is a South Carolina Dream! It is truly a flat and fast course!
- Virtual Option: We offer 2 race experiences along with a virtual option!
- Age Requirement: Half marathon participants must be at least 14 years old and adhere to a 3:20:00 time limit.
- Time Limit: Participants falling behind the time limit will be asked to move to the sidewalk and will not receive a finish time.
Course Regulations
Animals and strollers are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification.
- Service Animals: Service animals as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course.
- Notification: Those participating with a service animal must inform staff at bib pickup.
- Wheeled Devices: Baby joggers, baby strollers, skateboards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles, or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course.
- Mobility Aids: Wheelchairs, mobility aids, etc. recognized by the ADA are permitted on course.
Course Features
The Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon™ boasts over 5.5 miles of oceanfront running. Both races will begin along 8th Ave N and finish with an ocean view on the MB Boardwalk! We are excited to partner with Grand Strand Brewing Company for our post-race celebration again this year!
Race Participants Receive
- Finisher Medal: All participants will receive a finisher medal.
- Shirts: Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (sizes guaranteed until September 25).
- Cinch Bag: Participants will also receive a cinch bag.
- Post Race Refreshments: Post race snacks, water, Gatorade (finish line) and post race pizza, beer/soda, and smoothie (Grand Strand Brewing Company).
Cash Prize List
Cash prizes will be mailed post-race following results verification.
- 1st Place: Male & Female: $700 each
- 2nd Place: Male & Female: $500 each
- 3rd Place: Male & Female: $400 each
- 4th Place: Male & Female: $300 each
- 5th Place: Male & Female: $200 each
Overall Masters Male & Female: $100 each
Overall Grand Masters Male & Female: $100 each
Fastest Local Runners: Male & Female (must be resident of Horry/Georgetown county): $100 each *double dipping allowed!
Awards Information
Age Group awards given to the top 3 within each age group.
Additional Information
- Event Information
- Packet Pickup Information
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- Host Hotel Information
- FAQs
Non-Profit Partners
- Girls on the Run Coastal South Carolina: Girls on the Run
- MB Fire Cares: Myrtle Beach Fire
Presenting Sponsor
- Kia of Myrtle Beach
Sponsorship Opportunities
Email sponsors@nspromos.com for information.
Website Information
For full race weekend information, please visit our website at www.runmyrtlebeach.com.
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