In 73 days · Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
1100 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach SC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
63–75°F · low rain risk
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2025
57–70°F
dry
2024
49–63°F
dry
2023
52–67°F
dry
2022
69–77°F
dry
2021
59–70°F
dry
2020
58–68°F
dry
2019
57–70°F
dry
2018
75–84°F
dry
2017
58–67°F
dry
2016
68–78°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: LUNG FORCE Run/Walk – Charleston
- Date: October 17, 2026
- Location: 1100 W Ashley Ave, Folly Beach, SC
- URL: Charleston LUNG FORCE 5K
Event Details
- Community Effort: Join us for the 2026 LUNG FORCE Run/Walk at beautiful Folly Beach as our community comes together to make every step count in the fight against lung cancer and lung disease.
- Participation: Whether you run, walk, jog or stroll, you'll be surrounded by survivors, caregivers, families, friends and advocates united by one mission: to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease.
- Family and Pet Friendly: This unique 5K on the sand is a family-friendly and dog-friendly event, making it the perfect way to spend a morning with those you love while supporting a lifesaving cause.
- Open to All: Participants of all ages and fitness levels are welcome, whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying a walk along the beach.
Purpose and Impact
- Celebration: Together, we'll celebrate lung cancer survivors, honor loved ones we've lost, and inspire hope for those currently facing a diagnosis.
- Support: Every dollar raised supports groundbreaking research, advocacy efforts, education, and local programs that help people living with lung disease breathe easier.
- Team Formation: Form a team, invite your family, bring your four-legged friend, or register as an individual—every step and every dollar makes a difference.
- Community Strength: Join us at Folly Beach on October 17, 2026, and help us prove that when a community comes together, we are One Mighty FORCE for healthier lungs and healthier lives.
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