Beaufort Historic Rotary Road Race

Race Overview

Celebrating 48 years and still going strong! Join us for a beloved local tradition—the Beaufort Rotary Historic Road Race—on June 12, 2027. Choose from a 1M, 5K, or 10K race and be part of a family-friendly event that supports great causes. Proceeds will benefit Rotary International's Polio Plus mission to immunize children worldwide against polio.

Awards & After Party

• Join us: Celebrate awards, free refreshments, and a proper after party.
• Location: The Periwinkle: Quick Stop Bottle Shop and Social Space located at 110 Middle Lane.
• Time: Starting at 10am with DJ BJ.
• Activities: Games for kids and food onsite.

Starting Times

• 1 Mile Run/Walk: 7:30 am
• 5K/10K Wheelchair & Baby Jogger Participants: 7:55 am
• 5K Run/10K Run: 8:00 am

Entry Fees

• Individuals: Register early to ensure T-shirt size preference. T-shirt order deadline: 5/15/2027.
• 1-Mile: $30 – Registration online only – Kids 12 and under run free
• 5K: $40 – Registration online only – Kids 12 and under run free
• 10K: $45 – Registration online only

Registration fees are non-refundable. Wheelchair and Baby Jogger participants are welcome in any of the three events. Pets are welcome on leashes or in strollers.

Parking Information

The Town of Beaufort offers free parking on race morning until 10:30 a.m. This applies only to public lots, not privately owned lots. Parking along side streets, if not designated, paid parking is free.

Packet Pickup

• Pre-Registered Participants: May pick up packets on Friday, June 11th, from 3:00-6:00 p.m. in Beaufort at the Train Depot building, 614 Broad St, Beaufort, NC 28516.
• Race Day Pickup: In-person on-site at The Vault Parking Lot 411 Front Street, Beaufort, June 12th from 7:00-7:30 AM.

Timing

This year's race will be timed by Run the East using disposable Bib Tags. Runners must pick up and wear their race bibs during the race. Make sure you do not bend the timing chip on the bib.

Awards

Medallions are given to the following:

• Top 3 overall: Male & female finishers in the 10K & 5K
• Top 3 masters: Male & female finishers in the 10K & 5K
• Top 2 age group: Male & female finishers in the 10K & 5K
• Top finishers: Male & female wheelchair and baby joggers in the 5K

Age Groups

10K: 12 & under, 13-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-75, 76-79, 80+
5K: 12 & under, 13-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-75, 76-79, 80+
1 Mile: 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-75, 76-79, 80+

More Information

For additional details, visit the race page: Beaufort Rotary Historic Road Race.