rotaryoktoberfest5kfunrun

Race Overview

The Rotary Clubs of Oconee County welcomes you to our annual running event. People of all ages and abilities from walkers, to first-time 5k runners to world-class athletes enjoy our USATF Certified course featuring the quintessential community of Walhalla, SC.

Event Details

• Date: 2026-10-17
• Location: 113 West Main Street, Walhalla, SC
• Race link: Register here
• Timing: This is a CHIP TIMED event. Your chip time starts when your timing chip crosses the start line.

Timing Information

• Race Bib: Your timing chip is adhered to your race bib (race number).
• Packet Pickup: You will receive this number from the registration volunteers when you pick up your race packet.
• Wear Instructions: Please wear the bib that is assigned to you on the FRONT, OUTSIDE of your clothing.
• Results: RESULTS will be available to view LIVE during the event and after the race.

Community Impact

Rotary is a service organization with a motto of "Service Above Self". This race helps fund:

• Literacy Projects: Funds are donated to buy books through Scholastic Books for area elementary schools.
• Book Drive: An annual book drive with other area Rotary Clubs to collect books for families.
• Community Grants Program: Supports various charities over the years.
• Notable Charities: Collins Children’s Home, Cub Scout Pack 3031, Fostering Faithfully Grace’s Closet, Oconee County Sheriff’s Youth Leadership Camp, OMH Cancer Institute, Our Daily Rest, Ripple of One.