Charleston LUNG FORCE Run/Walk 5K

Folly Beach, SC

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

On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years

2025

5770°F

dry

2024

4963°F

dry

2023

5267°F

dry

2022

6977°F

dry

2021

5970°F

dry

2020

5868°F

dry

2019

5770°F

dry

2018

7584°F

dry

2017

5867°F

dry

2016

6878°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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