Ripley's Penguin Dash Run/Walk

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Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach SC

Saturday, February 7th, 2026

🐧 Event Overview

Event Name: Ripley's Penguin Dash

Race Type: 1M Family Fun Run/Walk and Penguin Waddle

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026

Start Time: 8:00 am

Location: Broadway at the Beach, 1110 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC

Event Registration Link

📍 Location Details

Location: Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach (1110 Celebrity Circle, MB)

⏰ Race Start Times

Penguin Dash: 8:00 am
1M Fun Run: 8:10 am
Toddler Waddle: 9:00 am

🦙 About Ripley's

Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach is excited to host the Penguin Dash 5K 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 9 am. 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/

🐧 Non-Profit Information

A portion of race proceeds will be donated toward Penguin Conservation efforts through SANCOBB - 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.”

🚗 Parking

Parking Availability: Plenty of parking at Broadway at the Beach

🚻 Restrooms

Location: Available adjacent to Ripley’s Aquarium

🎁 Race Swag

Race Bib: All races
Participant Medal: Made in the USA (5K and 1 Mile)
Participant Shirt: While supplies last
Aquarium Ticket: For 5K and 1M participants valid for 1 entry

🏅 Race Info

Animals Policy: Animals are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Service animals as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course.
Wheeled Devices Policy: Baby joggers, baby strollers, skateboards, rollerblades, unauthorized bicycles, or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course.
Chip Timing: Penguin Dash Run/Walk is a chip timed event beginning at 8:00 am.
Registration: Registration is only online and closes Saturday at 6:00 am.