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When
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Where
9650 Scipio Lane, Myrtle Beach SC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
58–72°F · low rain risk
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2025
52–71°F
dry
2024
61–80°F
dry
2023
52–70°F
dry
2022
54–71°F
dry
2021
61–75°F
dry
2020
66–76°F
dry
2019
59–73°F
dry
2018
55–67°F
dry
2017
64–73°F
rain
2016
56–75°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Ghost of the Coast 5K
- Date: October 24, 2026
- Location: 9650 Scipio Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC
- Race URL: Registration Link
Race Details
- Description: We are excited to announce that the Ghost of the Coast 5K is back! We will be hosting it on a new track starting out at the South Strand Recreation Center and continue around the area on pavement. We encourage you to dress in your best costumes and stay after the race for our Fall Festival, filled with food, music, fun, and vendors!
- Start Time: 5K - 8am
- Awards: Awards will be given in the following categories (Must be present to receive award, no mailing of awards)
- Overall Awards: Male and Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Age Divisions
- 0 to 9: Age group awards are based on net chip time
- 10 to 19:
- 20 to 29:
- 30 to 39:
- 40 to 49:
- 50 to 59:
- 60 to 69:
- 70 Plus:
Parking Information
- Location: Parking will be at the South Strand Recreation Center
- Address: 9650 Scipio Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Packet Pick-Up and Late Registrations
- Friday, October 23, 2026:
- Government and Justice Center: 9am-11am
- South Strand Recreation Center: 4pm-6pm
- Saturday, October 24, 2026: South Strand Recreation Center from 7am-8am
Contact Information
- Race Director: Michaela LeMay
- Organization: Horry County Parks and Recreation
- Email: [email protected]
Join Us!
Please join us for this great event!
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