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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
9935 S Jacob Smart Blvd, Ridgeland SC
5K
66–84°F · low rain risk
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2025
71–88°F
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2024
73–78°F
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2023
67–84°F
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2022
67–88°F
dry
2021
56–82°F
dry
2020
70–84°F
dry
2019
73–96°F
dry
2018
72–92°F
dry
2017
69–87°F
dry
2016
72–79°F
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About this race
New Date & Location
This year the 5K will be held the Saturday prior to the Gopher Hill Festival, and the start is at the Jasper County Farmers Market!
Race Overview
- Type: Family-friendly race through the town of Ridgeland.
- Course: Mostly flat, fast 5K race.
- Location: Start at the Jasper County Farmers Market at 9935 S Jacob Smart Blvd.
- Medals: Awarded to the Overall Male and Female winners and for each age group.
Entry Fees
- Before September 19th: $30 per person or $60 per family.
- After September 19th: $35 per person or $65 per family.
- Family Fee: Includes TWO t-shirts: additional t-shirts may be purchased for $20 each.
- Registration Deadline: Register by September 5th to guarantee receiving a long-sleeve race t-shirt.
Race Day Information
- Check-in: Begins at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 26th.
- Start Time: Race begins at 8 a.m.
- Strollers: Welcome!
- Presenting Sponsor: D&R Auto Brokers.
More Information
For further details, visit the race page: Gopher Hill Family 5K Run/Walk.
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