Ripley's Penguin Dash Run/Walk

🐧 Race Overview

Join us for the Ripley’s Penguin Dash (approx 5K distance) and 1M Family Fun Walk on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 8:00 am. This event celebrates the South African Penguins and promises a fun-filled day for the entire family.

⏰ Race Start Times

• Penguin Dash: 8:00 am
• 1 Mile Walk: 8:30 am
• Toddler Waddle: 9:05 am

🌊 About Ripley’s Penguin Dash

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach is excited to host the Penguin Dash Run/Walk and Ripley’s Penguin Family Fun 1 mile walk/run! This family-friendly, themed event will be a celebration of the South African Penguins. Guests are encouraged to dress up and all ages are welcome. There is even a free Toddler Waddle taking place in front of Ripley’s Aquarium that morning at 9am. This event will start and end in front of Ripley’s Aquarium at Broadway at the Beach and the route takes the runners through the Broadway at the Beach shopping and dining complex. Norman and Sharkee will be there and we may get a special visit from the penguins themselves! Read more about these beautiful creatures here: https://sanccob.co.za/

🎁 Race Swag

• Race bib: All races
• Participant medal: Dash and 1 Mile
• Participant shirt: While supplies last - register early to guarantee your shirt size
• Aquarium ticket: For Dash and 1M participants valid for 1 entry

💖 Non-Profit Information

A portion of race proceeds will be donated toward Penguin Conservation efforts through SANCCOB - The Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds. https://sanccob.co.za/ In addition, each participant has the opportunity to make subsequent donations during registration. These donations go directly toward the penguin conservation.

🌍 Our Mission at Ripley’s Aquarium

“Our mission is to create a top quality, world-class aquatic life facility that will foster environmental education, conservation and research, while simultaneously providing entertainment for visitors of all ages.”