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• Flytrap 5K [runsignup.com]

  Sat, May 09, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Join us Saturday, May 9th for the first Flytrap 5K Race! Finishers who complete this 5K receive a finishers medal.

  The race takes place on a straight away dirt road with a circle around back to the...

  Join us Saturday, May 9th for the first Flytrap 5K Race! Finishers who complete this 5K receive a finishers medal.

  The race takes place on a straight away dirt road with a circle around back to the finish line. Partnering with Friends of Lewis Ocean Bay, this race will kick off the Flytrap Festival 2026. Utilizing a beautiful piece of Solid Waste Authority property, this race and festival hopes to bring more awareness to this beautiful species that is native to South Carolina Bays.

  Please note that this race is not included in the Horry County employee time and financial reimbursement series

  Race Distance:

  5K

  Start Time:

  8:00am

  Parking:

  Parking will be at the start line located at 101 Environmental Parkway, Conway, SC 29526. There will be signs to guide you back through the property.

  Packet Pick-Up/Late Registrations:

  Packet pick-up will be on Friday, May 8th at the Carolina Forest Recreation Center from 9am-11am.

  Saturday, May 9th at 101 Environmental Parkway, Conway, SC 29526.

  Start and Finish:

  The start and finish lines will be in the same location.

  Timing:

  Simply Timing

  Awards:

  All participants completing the 5K will receive a custom finishers medal. Male and female top three overall finishers will receive a medal, overall winners will not be eligible for age division awards. Male and female age division winners will receive a 1st, 2nd or 3rd place medal for the top three finishers in each division. See below for awards details.

  Age Division Structure :

  Age group awards are based on net (chip) time

  1st, 2nd, 3rd place Male and Female

  0 to 15

  16 to 24

  25 to 29

  30 to 34

  35 to 39

  40 to 44

  45 to 49

  50 to 54

  55 to 59

  60 to 69

  70 Plus

  All racers will receive a Flytrap 5K hat if registered before April 15th.

  Race Director: Michaela LeMay

  Horry County Parks and Recreation

  Lemay.Michaela@horrycountysc.gov

  843-915-7869

  8.4 km from Conway
  101 Environmental Parkway, Horry County, South Carolina, 29526, United States
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  5k Run

• Riverway 5K [runsignup.com]

  Sat, May 30, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Join us for the 2nd annual, Riverway 5K, a non-profit race benefiting Winyah Rivers Alliance, dedicated to protecting the rivers and waterways of our region. This exciting event takes place in the...

  Join us for the 2nd annual, Riverway 5K, a non-profit race benefiting Winyah Rivers Alliance, dedicated to protecting the rivers and waterways of our region. This exciting event takes place in the heart of downtown Conway, SC, May 30, 2026, featuring a scenic route starting at the City’s Water tower near the beautiful Waccamaw River. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to support a great cause, this race is for you! Proceeds help fund conservation efforts, water quality monitoring, and environmental education programs. Sign up today and run for the rivers!!

  Race Day Schedule:

  • Packet Pickup Night before: May 29th, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

  • Packet Pick up day of: May 30, 2026 – 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM

  • 5k Starts: 8:00am

  • Fun Run Starts: 8:10am

  • Awards: approx. 9:15am

  Riverway 5K Race Information:

  • Type: 5K and Fun Run

  • Date: May 30, 2026

  • Start Time: 5K – 8:00 AM / Fun Run – 8:10

  • Location: City of Conway Water tower - Downtown Conway, SC

  • Address: 110 Laurel Street, Conway, SC 29526

  • Proceeds: Winyah Rivers Alliance – Non-Profit 501C3 (https://winyahrivers.org/)

  Course Map:

  5K / Fun Rin: The route will be the same as the “Under the Lights Run” held by City of Conway, mile Fun Run is just a condensed version of this.

  Shirts:

  T-Shirts will be available to runners/sponsors.

  T-Shirt cutoff date is April 28th

  Shirt Sizes:

  Adult – S, M, L, XL, XXL

  Youth – S. M, L

  Event special notes:

  • Strollers are Welcome

  • Feel free to listen to music while you run.

  • No pet please.

  5K Awards: (Overall Awards are based on Gun Time)

  • Top Overall Male / Female:

  • Top Masters (40+) Male / Female

  • Top 3 male and female in each age group

  5K Age Groups:

  10 & Under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49. 50-59, 60-69, 70+

  5K Fees:

  • $25 – early sign up (before April 15th)

  • $30 – sign up between April 15th – April 30th

  • $35 – sign up between May 1st – May 15th

  • $40 – sign up between May 15 – May 30th

  • $45 – sign up day of event – May 31st

  Fun Run Fees:

  • $20- Early Registration up to May 30th

  • $25 Day of Registration

  Packet Pickup Location and Time:

  • City of Conway Water tower – Downtown Conway, SC

  • 110 Laurel Street, Conway, SC 29526 (Same as Race Start)

  • Day Before Race - May 29th, 2026 - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

  • Day of Race - May 30, 2026 – 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM

  Sponsorship Levels: Click Here For More Information

  • Level 1: Stream Sponsor: $250

  • Level 2: Riverbend Sponsor: $500

  • Level 3: Delta Sponsor: $1000

  • Level 4: Oceanic Sponsor: $2000

  Like, Follow, Share:

  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WinyahRivers/

  • Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/WinyahRivers/

  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winyahriversalliance/

  • Race Website: Winyah Rivers Alliance website: https://winyahrivers.org/myrtle-beach-events/

  Race Director:

  • Riles Hucks, RilesHucks@gmail.com (843) 855-1549\

  • Robert Hucks, Robert.Hucks@myccnb.com (843-685-7452)

  Additional Information:

  Produced By: Riles Hucks

  Volunteers Needed: We have some volunteers but getting more would be great.

  0 m from Conway
  110 Laurel Street, Conway, South Carolina, 29526, United States
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  5k Fun Run Run

• Ed's Hurricane Hustle | Presented by HTC [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Join Ed Piotrowski, Coastal Carolina University, Teal Nation, and Apex Promoz as we launch the 2026 hurricane season with an unforgettable 1-mile, 5K, and 10K race in the Carolinas.

  This event will...

  Join Ed Piotrowski, Coastal Carolina University, Teal Nation, and Apex Promoz as we launch the 2026 hurricane season with an unforgettable 1-mile, 5K, and 10K race in the Carolinas.

  This event will be streamed live, making it one of the most exciting race experiences of the summer.

  We can’t wait to see you at the start line!

  Race Start Times

  5K 8:00am

  1 mile 8:05am

  Route

  5k Route

  Awards

  Race awards will be given in the following categories for the 5k.

  Overall:

  Male & Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd (Based on gun time)

  Age Division Structure: (Age group awards are based chip time)

  0 to 10 | 11 to 15 | 16 to 20 | 21 to 25 | 26 to 30 | 31 to 35 | 36 to 40 | 41 to 45 | 46 to 50 | 51 to 55 | 56 to 60 | 61 to 65 | 66 to 70 | 71 to 75 | 75+

  Parking

  Parking will be available at all Coastal Carolina University parking lots.

  Packet Pick-Up/Late Registrations

  Thursday, June 11th | 4:00pm-7:00pm

  Black Dog Running Company

  1600 Farrow Pkwy Unit B-1, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

  Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

  Friday, June 12th | 4:00pm-7:00pm

  Coastal Carolina University, Blanton Park

  Saturday June 13th | 6:30am-7:45am

  Coastal Carolina University, Blanton Park

  7.1 km from Conway
  100 University Blvd Conway, Conway, South Carolina, 29526, United States
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  1 Miles 5k Run

• Halloween Hustle [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  COME JOIN THE RUN IT'S #1 IN SEASONAL FUN

  Join us in Conway, South Carolina on October 3rd for the annual Halloween Hustle. Conway is known for rolling out the red carpet and welcoming visitors to...

  COME JOIN THE RUN IT'S #1 IN SEASONAL FUN

  Join us in Conway, South Carolina on October 3rd for the annual Halloween Hustle. Conway is known for rolling out the red carpet and welcoming visitors to its festive streets all decked out for different holidays and during the month of October their name is officially changed to The City of Halloween. You will run through the city of haunts on the certified 10K and 5K course that will finish along the beautiful and festive Riverwalk.

  Come for the RUN but stay for the FUN! We will be serving up our Carolina BBQ, Mac & Cheese and Toasted Bread at the finish line along with a fully stocked beer garden.

  The Halloween Hustle is complete with a 10K, 5K and 1 Mile PLUS the ability to run all 3 and earn a BONUS Challenge Medal.

  OCTOBER 3, 2026

  • 7:00 - 10K Start

  • 8:30 - 5K Start

  • 9:30 - Monster Mile Start

  1.9 km from Conway
  2 Elm St, Conway, South Carolina, 29526, United States
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  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 6.2 Miles 10.3 Miles Run Walk

• Conway Stars & Strides | Presented by Beach Automotive [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Nov 07, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Stars & Strides 5K & 1 Mile

  3rd Annual Veterans Day Race

  📍 Historic Downtown Conway

  📅 Saturday, November 7th

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  🏃‍♂️ Description

  In honor of Veterans Day and all who have served, join us for the 3rd...

  Stars & Strides 5K & 1 Mile

  3rd Annual Veterans Day Race

  📍 Historic Downtown Conway

  📅 Saturday, November 7th

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  🏃‍♂️ Description

  In honor of Veterans Day and all who have served, join us for the 3rd Annual Stars and Strides 5K & 1 Mile race in beautiful downtown Conway!

  • 5K Start: 8:00 AM ⏰

  • 1 Mile Start: 8:10 AM ⏰

  👉 Wear your patriotic gear and wave your flags as we honor our heroes!

  🎽 All participants receive:

  • Patriotic race shirt

  • Finisher medal

  🏁 5K Course: Click Here

  📊 2024 Race Results

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  💙 Donations for Veterans

  We’re excited to share that the Stars & Strides 5K will support DAV Chapter 57 (Disabled American Veterans) right here in Conway.

  🎖️ DAV’s Mission:

  “Fulfilling our promises to the Men and Women who served.”

  💵 Every dollar donated goes directly to supporting local veterans.

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  🏆 Awards

  Overall (5K):

  🥇🥈🥉 Male & Female – 1st, 2nd, 3rd

  Age Groups (5K, based on chip time):

  0-9 | 10-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70+

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  🎟️ Packet Pick-Up & Late Registration

  📍 Black Dog Outfitters

  316 N Main St, Conway, SC 29526

  🗓️ Friday, November 6th

  ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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  📍 Race Day (Downtown Conway, near the Terrace)

  🗓️ Saturday, November 7th

  ⏰ 6:30 AM – 7:45 AM

  0 m from Conway
  110 Laurel Street, Conway, South Carolina, 29526, United States
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  1 Miles 5k Run