Azalea Festival 5k

Race Overview

• Date: 2026-04-25
• Location: 415 E. Cedar Rock St, Pickens, SC
• URL: Azalea Festival 5k
• Event: This is the 3rd race in The Pickens County 5k Race Series.

Charity Information

• Proceeds: All proceeds from the race will go to the Beverly Smith Scholarship Fund.
• Organization: The Pickens Women’s Association (PWA) is dedicated to community awareness and involvement.
• Scholarship Purpose: Honors Beverly Smith and supports a female graduating from Pickens High School.
• Impact: Any excess funds are donated to local charities.

Race Details

• Start Time: 10:00 AM
• Awards Ceremony: Approximately 11:15 AM
• Awards Format: 3 deep for overall M/F and Masters M/F: age group awards are given at 10 year intervals.
• Family-Friendly: Includes awards for ages under 10, 10-14, and 15-19.

Prizes

• Overall Male and Female: Cash awards for top three.
• 1st: $100
• 2nd: $75
• 3rd: $25

Packet Pick-up

• Date: Friday 4/24/26 and race morning.
• Location: Under the shelter at the Doodle Park in Pickens.
• Friday Times: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
• Race Day Times: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Tee Shirts

• Eligibility: Runners who register by 4/15/26.
• Availability: Tee shirts unavailable for those registering after 4/15/26.

Parking Information

• Available Locations: E. Cedar Rock St and City Works on Railroad St.

Race Map

• Access Map: A map of the race is available HERE.