Run Forrest Run 5K

Event Overview

Grab your running shoes and your best Gump Getup - the Beaufort Shrimp Festival’s Run Forrest Run 5K returns Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025! 🥳👟 And we can’t think of a better way to enjoy Shrimp Season in the Lowcountry than with Forrest Gump and Bubba.

Race Features

• Iconic Locations: Race through iconic movie locations to make Lowcountry history.
• Ocean Breeze: Feel the ocean breeze in your poncho as you compete over the Woods Memorial Bridge.
• Forrest Photo Op: Take your photo with our Forrest Gump impersonator at the Start / Finish line.
• Awards: First, Second, and Third Place runners will receive the coveted Run Forrest Run 5K medals both for winners of each age division and overall placers.

Costume Encouragement

• Character Costumes: Bring your favorite characters from the Forrest Gump movie to life as you race towards shrimp glory.
• Encouragement: We encourage participants to get groovy with themed costumes and unique outfits.
• Fastest Forrest Award: Those donning a Forrest Gump getup can race to the finish line in hopes of claiming the Fastest Forrest Award.
• Registration: Register now and RUN, FORREST, RUN!

Race Series Information

The 2025 Run Forrest Run kicks off the Beaufort Triple Crown Race Series, which includes the Swing Bridge Run (Nov. 1) and Turkey Trot (Nov. 27). Register for the 2025 Beaufort Triple Crown Bundle (on this website) to support three local nonprofits - Beaufort Digital Corridor, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, and Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry. Participants who complete the race series will be eligible for special awards for the best combined time. ONLY 125 BUNDLES AVAILABLE! Register before the cutoff on Oct. 1!

Registration Fees

• Pre-registration: $40 (Prior to 9/1/25)
• Regular registration: $45 (9/1/25 – 10/1/25 @ 11:59 PM)
• Late registration: $50 (10/3/25 @ 10 AM–5 PM and 10/4/25 @ 6:30–7:45 AM)

Schedule of Events

Fri, Oct. 3

• Race Packet Pick-Up: 10 AM - 5 PM
• Location: Grounded Running, 2139 Boundary St Unit 108, Beaufort, SC 29902
• Note: Attn: Grounded Running will not have race packets or T-shirts available on-site on any date or time other than specified above.
• Race Packet Pickup: The start/finish line of the race is NOT GROUNDED RUNNING.

Sat, Oct. 4

• Day of Packet Pick Up: 7:00-7:45 AM at Start/Finish Line of Race
• Registration: For runners that have not pre-registered.
• Race Start: 8:00 AM Sharp

Parking Information

• Marina Lot: Blocked off for Shrimp Festival vendors only.
• Parking Options: Metered on-street and several paid parking lots scattered throughout the city.
• Recommended Lots: Library Lot, Port Republic Square Parking Lot, or anywhere from Craven Street up to Bay Street.
• Carpooling: Recommended if attending the race with other participants.

Directions

The race start/finish line is at the intersection of Bay Street and Newcastle Street, between the Downtown Marina and Best Western. The closest address reference point for your GPS is: 1006 Bay St, Beaufort, SC 29902. Plan out parking in advance as traffic is to be expected with the bridge blocked off for the race.

T-shirt Giveaway

Your T-shirt will be available for pick-up the day before the race during Race Packet Pick-up or on the day of the race at the Start/Finish line. We cannot guarantee the availability of your size preference for any registrations made after those dates.

Awards

• Overall Awards: Top 3 overall male and female runners.
• Age Groups: Top 3 male and female finishers in age groups: 8–12, 13–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70+.
• Open Participation: The race is open for runners and walkers of all abilities.
• Awards Ceremony: Begins immediately following the race.

Fundraiser Mission

The Run Forrest Run 5K is a fundraising event for the Beaufort Digital Corridor. Donations received support the Beaufort Digital Corridor Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Beaufort Digital Corridor Foundation is committed to advancing economic growth and social equity in our community.

For more information and registration, visit the official race page: Run Forrest Run 5K.