The Plaid Nation 5K Benefiting the Heritage Classic Foundation
Produced by: Palmetto Running Company
Saturday- April 11, 2026
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Please join us for the 4th annual Plaid Nation 5K, the official kick-off to RBC Heritage week, South Carolina’s annual PGA TOUR golf tournament. The fun continues after the race, come on over to Poseidon for Brunch, Lunch or Dinner and receive 20% off on bill all day!
Plaid Nation is the spirit that makes the RBC Heritage the most unique stop on the PGA TOUR. It’s families and friends coming together year after year to be a part of something big, memorable and fun and now it includes a 5K run.
REGISTRATION:
Registration is online only. Cut-off for registration is Wednesday April 9th at 11:59PM.
There is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
SWAG (included with your registration):
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Finishers Medals to all participants!
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Plaid Nation 5K Tech T-shirt.
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A Free Beer sponsored by Michelob Ultra (anyone over 21)
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2 Free entries into Tuesday's RBC Heritage practice round. ($50.00 value). Tickets will only be available at packet pick up.
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Overall Male and Female 5K winners receive a Plaid Nation trophy and 2 tournament tickets. 2nd place a Brooks Running race kit including a shirt, shorts and shoes ($300 value). 3rd place a $100 Palmetto Running Company gift card.
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Top 3 in each age division will receive an additional limited-edition medal. 12U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-60, 70-79, 80+.
LODGING: The Courtyard Hilton Head South is directly across the street and is offering a discounted rate for all participants. Contact Peggy at PeggyM@lbaproperties.com for more information.
RACE COURSE:
The race will begin at the beautiful Lowcountry Celebration Park. This scenic course will then take you through the South Forest Beach neighborhood through hidden paths and back to the park for the Plaid Nation After Party and Festival!
NOTE* this is partially closed course.
Runners are required to follow all pedestrian traffic laws. There will be officers on duty at high traffic intersections to ensure safety for all participants.
RACE EXPO & PACKET PICK UP:
Sponsored by Brooks Running.
When: April 10th from 2:00PM- 6:00PM
Where: Palmetto Running Company in the Shelter Cove Towne Centre
We highly recommend participants pick up their packets at Palmetto Running Company on April 11th.
Please bring your confirmation email (hardcopy or smartphone) to Pick Up. Late pick up available at the race site before the race (see below for times)
AWARDS TO OVERALL WINNERS:
Overall Male and Female 5K winners receive a Plaid Nation trophy and 2 tournament tickets. 2nd place a Brooks Running race kit including a shirt, shorts and shoes ($300 value). 3rd place a $100 Palmetto Running Company gift card.
AFTER PARTY HOSTED BY POSEIDON.
The fun continues after the race, come on over to Poseidon for Brunch, Lunch or Dinner and receive 20% off on bill all day!
SUSTAINABILITY AT THE RBC HERITAGE:
Over the past few years, the RBC Heritage has been working hard to make sure that it is one of the most sustainable tournaments on the PGA TOUR. They are seeking to lighten the overall environmental footprint of the event while taking steps to foster nature, conserve resources, and engage and support the local community.
Palmetto Running Company will be providing waste recycling.
Proceeds will be donated to the Heritage Classic Foundation.
ABOUT THE CHARITY.
Since our founding in 1987, the Heritage Classic Foundation has been about more than golf: We’ve donated $52.9 million to charities in South Carolina. From college scholarships to nutritious meals, emergency housing to early childhood education, workforce training to culture and arts, we’re enriching life in the region we love.
Have a heart of plaid?
HILTON HEAD WEATHER:
Warm weather, sunny days, and the lowest humidity of the year make April the perfect month for a 5K.
RACE DAY:
Please be ready to run / walk at race start time 9:00AM sharp.
You are responsible for your own hydration/fuel - water will be provided at the start / finish.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Friday - April 10th
2:00PM - 6:00PM | Packet Pickup at Palmetto Running Company, Shelter Cover Town Centre, HHI
NOTE There is NO race day registration
Saturday - April 11th
Location: Lowcountry Celebration Park - Hilton Head Island
8:00AM Packet Pickup for anyone unable to make it on the 12th.
8:45AM Race Announcements & Warm Up
9:00AM Race Start
9:30AM After party begins sponsored by Michelob Ultra, Coke, Brooks Running, Nutra Shop, The Bank, Pocket Full of Sunshine, Hilton Head Coffee & Palmetto Running Company.
10:15AM Awards Ceremony
11:00AM Post-Race Party at POSEIDON.
RACE RESULTS:
Runner's individual times will be emailed 30seconds after they finish. Final results will be posted shortly after the completion of the entire event at https://palmettorunningcompany.com/raceresults