Ripley's Penguin Dash Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Ripley's Penguin Dash

📅 Event Details

• Event Name: Ripley's Penguin Dash
• Family Fun Run/Walk: 1M Family Fun Run/Walk
• Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026
• Time: 8:00 AM

📍 Location

• Venue: Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach
• Address: 1110 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC

⏰ Race Start Times

• Penguin Dash: 8:00 AM
• 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: 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 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
• Finisher Medal: Made in the USA (5K and 1 Mile)
• Participant Shirt: While supplies last
• Aquarium Ticket: Valid for 1 entry for 5K and 1M participants

📋 Race Info

• Animal 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.
• Device Policy: Baby joggers, strollers, and other wheeled devices are not permitted on the race course.
• Event Type: Penguin Dash Run/Walk is a chip-timed event.
• Registration: Online only: closes Saturday at 6 AM.

📅 Race Bib Pickup

• Date: Friday, February 7, 4:00-5:30 PM at Ripley's Aquarium Myrtle Beach
• Date: Saturday, February 8, 6:45-7:45 AM at Ripley's Aquarium Myrtle Beach

🍽️ Post-Race

• Breakfast: Light breakfast provided by Ripley's Aquarium
• Awards: Overall and Age Group Awards will begin at 9:05 AM
• Results: Live at https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/138242/IndividualResult
• Awards Categories: Overall Male and Female, Masters, and Age groups

🌐 Social Media/Website Info

www.runmyrtlebeach.com
www.nspromos.com
Ripley’s Aquarium FB: https://www.facebook.com/RipleysAquariumMyrtleBeach
https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/myrtlebeach/
Broadway at the Beach FB: https://www.facebook.com/BroadwayattheBeach

🔗 Registration Link

For more details and to register, visit the event page: Ripley's Penguin Dash Run/Walk