Sullivan's Island Fish Fry Shack, Sullivans Island SC
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
🎉 About the Race
The Floppin’ Flounder 5K Run/Walk is one of Charleston’s favorite local 5Ks. Presented by the Charleston Running Club (CRC) with help from the Sullivan’s Island Fire & Rescue Department, this event has had a loyal following for over 25 years.
- Event Options: We offer a 5K Run and a walk option.
- Participants Receive: All participants receive a race shirt and finishers medal.
- Beneficiaries: Proceeds from Floppin’ Flounder benefit the Sullivan’s Island Fire & Rescue Dept., CRC, and other local charities.
- Memorial Award: The Peyton Moore award is presented to the fastest boy and girl under age 12 in memory of Peyton Moore.
🏆 Awards and Categories
Age group and award breakdown:
- Top Finishers: Top 3 overall male and female.
- Masters: First Master (40 years and older) male and female.
- Grandmasters: First Grandmaster (50 years and older) male and female.
- Great Grandmasters: First Great Grandmaster (60 years and older) male and female.
Top 3 in the following age groups (Ages 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 and over).
☔ Event Details
This event takes place rain or shine. It will be hot, so please hydrate and wear sunscreen!
📦 Packet Pick Up
Early packet pick up is on Thursday, May 28 at Fleet Feet Mount Pleasant from 11 AM to 6 PM.
Race day packet pick up is Saturday, May 30 at the Fish Fry Shack from 6:15 AM until 7:45 AM. We will close packet pick up promptly at 7:45 AM so we can start the run/walk on time (8 AM).
🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities
The Charlie Post Classic 15K/5K is brought to you by the Charleston Running Club.
To sponsor this event, Charlie Post Classic 15K/5K, or James Island Connector Run 5K/8K, check out our 2026 Sponsorship Guide and email any questions to info@:floppinflounder.com.
For more information on the race, visit the official page: Floppin' Flounder 5K.
