Fall Festival & Run Like the Devil 5K + Fun Run at Kiawah River

Event Details

Saturday, October 17, 2026

Celebrate the Lowcountry’s autumn season at Charleston Collegiate School's Fall Festival at Kiawah River, featuring the Run Like the Devil 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Families and friends are invited to enjoy a farmers market full of local makers and goods, classic fall festival games, live music, food trucks and more. Pets are welcome and must be leashed at all times.

With more than 2,000 acres of picturesque land, Kiawah River offers Fall Festival attendants and race participants unmatched views of the season-changing leaves in the Lowcountry. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public. Attendees are asked to RSVP online prior to the event.

Race Schedule

• Check-in: 9 a.m.
• 5K Trail Run: starting at 10 a.m.
• Fun Run: starting at 12 p.m.
• Proceeds support: Charleston Collegiate School’s annual fund.

Registration Fees

• 5K: $50 - Register before Oct. 2nd to secure your t-shirt.
• Fun Run: $35 per runner - Register before Oct. 2nd to secure your t-shirt.
• Lazy Devil: $25 (Sleep in, still rock the t-shirt!) - Register before Oct. 2nd to secure your t-shirt.
• Vendors: Interested in being a vendor? Submit your application here!

FAQs for RLTD 2026

• Registration: We encourage all non-runner attendees to register for FREE. Use this link to register: https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/JohnsIsland/RunLiketheDevil5K
• Parking: Before 9:45 a.m. park at 3883 Betsy Kerrison Parkway. After that time, expect race traffic.
• Packet Pickup: Race packet and T-shirt can be picked up at the registration table beginning at 9:00 AM.
• Chip Timing: Yes! The 5K is chip-timed by Charleston Road Race Services.

Participant Information

• Strollers: All-terrain strollers are welcome: please start at the back.
• Walking: Walkers are welcome in both the 5K and Fun Run: we encourage starting at the back.
• Dogs: Yes, pets are welcome but must be leashed.
• Registration Includes: Chip-timed run, T-shirt (if registered by Oct. 2nd), and prizes for top performers.

Support

The funds raised will support the CCS 2026-2027 Annual Fund, which goes toward classroom supplies, technology, teacher salaries, field trips, and other essential educational elements for students at Charleston Collegiate School. For more information about Charleston Collegiate School, visit our website.