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Registration Opens 9/15/26
Join us in welcoming
Hoover Automotive Group of Summerville
as our new presenting sponsor!
Hoover's commitment to supporting local families and community events makes them a perfect partner for one of Summerville’s favorite race traditions.
We’re grateful for their support and can’t wait to see everyone at the starting line on 12/19/26
Join us for the Cocoa Cup 5K in beautiful Summerville, SC — where the miles are fun, and the finish line is extra sweet. Dash through a festive course, earn your bragging rights, and reward yourself with a delicious cup of hot cocoa waiting just for you. Whether you’re racing for a PR or just here for the cocoa, it’s the perfect way to kick off the season with friends, family, and plenty of smiles. Let’s run, laugh, and sip our way to the coziest finish line in town!
The 5K racers will receive a hoodie (yes, a warm, fluffy hoodie) commemorating the annual event. Plus, a free cocoa cup and other goodies.
Registration is mandatory for the kid's run.
Please note that the race will be held rain or shine and we do not issue refunds.
Strollers are welcome!
For the safety and comfort of all our participants please leave your furry friends at home.
Race Day Activities:
Holiday Costume Contest- Dress in your most festive holiday attire to have a chance to win some great prizes
Pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus- Come to the photo booth pose with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves for some great holiday photos!
Race Day Schedule
7:30am— Packet pickup
9:00am— One-mile Kid's fun run – Ages 12 and under, registration is mandatory
9:30am— 5K Start, followed by holiday festivities, hot cocoa, and the awards ceremony
Interested in sponsorship? Contact Danielle at [email protected]
Packet Pick-Up:
Thursday 12/17 10a-6pm Fleet Feet Mt Pleasant (881 Houston Northcutt Blvd)
Friday 12/18 10a-6pm at Fleet Feet Summerville (117 E Richardson Ave)
Saturday 12/19 7:30a-9:00a at the race site under the Fleet Feet tents (Brown Family Park Nexton)
WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!! Please contact Jennifer Roberts at [email protected] for more information.
Proceeds from this race will benefit East Cooper Community Outreach, The Lowcountry Food Bank and The Navigation Center.
It’s the most RUNderful time of the year!
8k can choose to be a Santa, Elf, Reindeer, or Snowman. The 10th Annual Santa Run 8K/5K & Snowman Dash presented by Taylor Clay Products, will take place on December 19, 2026 at 9:00am in front of Truist Ball park in Uptown Charlotte. This family fun event encourages participants to have fun, be creative, and dress up in costumes. Costumes are of course encouraged but not required. In fact, we will help you with your costume. All participants will get to choose their character shirt and receive a hat to go with it…Santa Hat, Elf Hat, Reindeer Antlers, and a Snowman beanie. The Santa Run will also have a 1 mile Snowman Dash. This is a holiday tradition you will not want to miss.
START TIMES
8K & 5K - 9:00AM
Snowman Dash (1 mile) - 10:15AM
What do I get for participating?
High Quality shirt. We will have Unisex long sleeve shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before December 2nd to be guaranteed a choice of shirt; SANTA, ELF, REINDEER, OR SNOWMAN. Your style of shirt will depend on what “character” you chose during registration. Anyone registered AFTER December 1st will be an SANTA while inventory lasts.
Finisher Medals guaranteed for the 8K & 5K ONLY . We do not have medals for the Snowman Dash.
Santa Hats, Elf Hats, Reindeer Antlers, and Snowman Beanies for the 8K and 5K only. Must register before December 1st to be guaranteed a hat. We will have extras available at the registration tent AFTER the race is over.
Packet Pick Up
Friday, December 18, 2026; 10:30AM – 6:00PM
Run For Your Life – Midtown
901 South Kings Drive, #100
Charlotte, NC 28204
Race Day Packet Pick Up – Saturday, December 19, 2026; 7:45AM – 8:45AM
324 S Mint St,
Charlotte, NC 28202
*YOU WILL BE ABLE TO PICK UP PACKETS FOR FRIENDS AND/OR FAMILY MEMBERS
Virtual Runners
Your shirt and bib will be mailed out on race weekend, as soon as we get the shirts back from the printers. You can submit your time on the results page.
T-Shirts
Every 8K & 5K participant will receive a t-shirt that signed up before December 1st. If you've registered after our character/shirt deadline on December 1st , you will be registered as a Santa this year. We will order extra Santa shirts for those registering after December 1st but please note, your shirt is not guaranteed. We can not guarantee a Santa hat after December 1st. All Snowman Dashers will have Snowman shirts. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. NO SWITCHING SIZES – NO EXCEPTIONS!
Timing
We have partnered with Run Events to time this years event using Chronotrack Timing Systems. All 8K participants will be timed and will receive their disposable timing tag during packet pick up. Snowman Dash participants will be able to see their time at the finish with the finish line clock.
Divisions
Overall, Masters, 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
Awards
Top 3 Males and Females overall and 1st in Age Groups.
Claiming Awards
As results become available, runners will be able to claim their awards at the awards ceremony prior to the last participant finishing. We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.
NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation.
Refunds and Transfers
Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.
Time Limit
Walkers are welcome in the Snowman Dash only.
Medic/First Aid
There will be a medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well.
Weather Policy
Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events & Run Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events/Run Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events & Run Events reserve the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.
Parking
PLEASE arrive in time to park. There are many available parking lots and parking decks around Uptown Charlotte with evening parking rates (usually after 5pm). Many are within a short walking distance of Truist Ballpark.
Expo
After you cross the finish line, KEEP WALKING…receive your finishers medal! The food tables you will have water, bananas, and snacks from Earth Fare. FREE Hot Cocoa.
Entertainment
We are so excited to have music at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!
🎄✨ HO HO HO and Welcome to the TACKIEST 5K of the Year! ✨🎄
Straight from the North Pole (okay, maybe more like South Carolina), it’s your jolly friend Christmas here, and I’m inviting YOU to jingle all the way through the woods at the Tacky Sweater 5K! 🎅🧣🎽 This isn’t just any run—it’s a full-blown festive fashion disaster parade on the move! Whether the forecast calls for snowflakes ❄️ or sweat beads 💦, nothing stops a South Carolina runner in a sweater covered in tinsel, blinking lights, and pure holiday joy! 🌟
🦌 Tacky Day Details:
🎄 WHEN: Race kicks off at 10:00am sharp (don’t be late—Santa's watching!)
🎁 WHERE: Lakewood Nature Preserve – 220 Lakewood Dr., Greenville, SC
🎁 PACKET PICKUP: Begins one hour before the run (plenty of time to fluff your sweater pom-poms!)
Get ready for 2 festive loops (1.5 miles each) through the wild & whimsical woods of Lakewood! The trails are wide, grassy, and sprinkled with just enough hills to jingle your bells 🎶. Keep your eyes peeled for curious critters who might just mistake your outfit for a holiday decoration gone rogue! 🐿️🦃🦌
🎉 TACKY SWEATER CONTEST 🎉
This is where the magic ✨ (and the mayhem) happens!
🎅 CASH PRIZES for the most spectacularly ridiculous sweaters:
TEAM AND SOLO COMPETITION
🥇 1st – $50
🥈 2nd – $25
🥉 3rd – $10
👕 Rules of the Reindeer Runway:
Sweaters MUST be worn the entire race (not tied around your waist like a last-minute elf escape).
🎨 Creativity – The wilder, the better (lights? ornaments? 3D candy canes? YES.)
🎄 Theme – Bonus for holiday or running-inspired looks!
🧶 DIY Vibes – Homemade disasters get extra love.
👨👩👧👦 All ages & styles welcome—kids, grownups, even your festive four-legged friends! 🐶
🧑🎄 Best Group Sweater – Grab your crew, match your holiday chaos, and shine together!
📸 Photo Finish Required – Strike a pose at the "Tacky Sweater Finish Line" (go ahead, throw in some jazz hands!).
🎤 Judging Tent Fun – Head there post-race to show off your style and collect your prizes!
🙌 Spectator Votes Count! Loud cheers, claps, and votes at the post-race party help crown the People’s Choice!
🌲 After the Race:
Kick back by the barn, soak up the holly-jolly vibes, and sip on holiday cheer (BYOB-style! 🧃🎅). Enjoy festive tunes, fun photo ops, and all the cozy feels as we celebrate the season together. So grab your most horrendous holiday sweater (the itchier, the better), lace up those jingle-joggers, and run wild through the woods in full festive fashion. 🎄💨 This is one holiday event you’ll remember fa-la-la-long after the season’s gone!
🌕 Ahem... Hello, dear runners. It is I—your guiding glow, your silent cheerleader through the darkness—the Moon. 🌌✨ Allow me to personally invite you to one of my favorite nights of the year: The Longest Night Trail & Ultra Run at Lakewood Nature Preserve. Trust me, I’ll be watching every step. 🌙👣
As I rise over the trees and cast my silver light across the prairie, you'll embark on an overnight running adventure like no other—starting at sunset and continuing ‘til the first golden whisper of dawn. 🌄 From the cozy charm of an old barn nestled in the preserve, you’ll set out on a 1.5-mile loop through wide grassy trails under my watchful eye. Whether you're a seasoned ultrarunner or just testing your night legs, this is your time to shine.
Every loop you run, you’re racing both the clock and the stars. ⏳✨ You’ll have 25 minutes to complete each loop—plenty of time to push your pace, then cozy up by the fire with fellow moonlit wanderers while I float above. 🔥🐺🦉As you run, listen for the whisper of wings, the rustle of deer, and maybe even the soft crunch of fox paws. You’re not just racing—you’re part of the nighttime wilderness now. And I promise, it’s magical. And when your legs are tired and your heart full, you’ll gather beneath my setting light and the rising sun to celebrate the wild, quiet journey you just completed.
🌙 Event Details
🕕 When: All races begin at 6:00pm (just as I rise!)
📍 Where: Lakewood Nature Preserve – 220 Lakewood Dr. Greenville, SC
🎽 Packet Pickup: Begins at 4:30pm inside the barn
⏱️ALL RUNNERS MUST ADHERE TO THE TIME SCHEDULE BELOW, Completing Laps under 25 Minutes
🌙 Choose Your Nightly Journey
🏃 50 Miles – 34 Laps
🏃 50K – 21 Laps
🏃 Marathon – 18 Laps
🏃 Half Marathon – 9 Laps
🏃 10K – 4 Laps
🌙 What to Expect:
1.5 mile loop on wide grassy paths
Rolling hills, perfect for moonlit pacing
Free parking and ample space for tents or a cozy setup inside the barn
Fireside warmth, good company, and maybe a howling chorus 🎶
🌲Course
The course extends 1.5 miles from our central barn, which serves as the hub for the start/finish line, the runners’ aid station, and the personal setup area.
🌙 Aid Station:
🍲 Hot soup & broth (Veggie)
🥨 Pickles, chips, candy, fig newtons
🥤 Water, Coke, ginger ale, Wildly Charged Hydration
🚫 Cup-less event! Please bring your own hydration vessel.
🌙 Personal Set Up:
There is ample space in and around the barn for your personal setup. If you and your crew are coming, we’ll have room around the barn and along the course for larger base camp setups. Bring your tent, your friends, your firewood, and your sense of adventure. Just remember: pack it in, pack it out so we leave this preserve more beautiful than we found it. So lace up, brave soul. Let’s run through the dark together. I’ll be there, shining above—your finish line beacon in the longest night. 🌕💫
Site & Setup Guidelines
Fire pits: Must be off the ground or set on a protective ground barrier.
Tents: All tents must be properly staked in and secured.
Setup time: On-site setup will begin at 3:00 PM.
Parking by the barn: If you are running a half marathon distance or less, please do not park by the barn. Those spaces are reserved for runners attempting longer distances.
Parking & Setup
With 350+ runners in attendance, our space (parking and setup) is limited, but we can accommodate everyone if we all make smart preparations this week and follow directions on race day.
Setup Time
Parking Plan
Barn parking (150 spots): First come, first served.
Field lot (adjacent to barn): Once barn parking fills, park here next.
Road parking: After the field lot is full, participants may park along the road leading into the preserve.
🚨 IMPORTANT: ROAD PARKING RULE
✅ Park on the RIGHT side of the road ONLY.
❌ Any car parked on the LEFT side WILL BE TOWED.
Base Camp Rules
✅ Tents, tables, and portable firepits / propane fires are permitted.
Please be mindful of the space you use so everyone has room to set up.
Pack In, Pack Out: Do not leave trash on site and do not leave it by the barn for me to handle. That’s not our job.
No Utilities - This nature preserve has NO POWER and NO WATER.
Register now... before the sun rises.
Race Information
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
Additional Information
Here is a Google Pin start location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oWfcVmq8A692gPVN9
Parking is available at the trailhead and by Ann Boardman Park.
5K & 10K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6014023426
This is an out-and-back course in the park.
The 5K does the course one time.
The 10K does the course two times.
Half Marathon Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6007755787
This is an out-and-back course in the park.
The Half Marathon does the course four times.
Course Time Limit
3 hours and 30 minutes.
Finisher Medals
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
Shirt and Gear Shop
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
Best Costume
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
Series Points
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
Awards
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
Frequently Asked Questions and Information
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US Road Running
Race Information
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
Additional Information
The race starts at Mallard Creek Playground across from Mallard Creek Elementary School.
The course has a hill at the start/finish.
5K & 10K Course (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6005460289
The course is an out and back. (3.11M)
5K does the course one time.
10K does the course two times.
Half Marathon Course (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6002629408
The course is an out and back. (3.275M)
Half Marathon does the course four times.
Course Time Limit
3 hours and 30 minutes.
Finisher Medals
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
Shirt and Gear Shop
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
Best Costume
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
Series Points
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
Awards
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
Frequently Asked Questions and Information
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US Road Running
Finish Well Timing
Run in the New Year with us at the 4th annual NOON Year's Eve 5K presented by Patterson Heating & Air Conditioning! This popular holiday 5K sold out the first three years, so we're expecting a full house again in 2026.
The 5K kicks off with a traditional New Year's Eve countdown at NOON! All paces are welcome. Runners (and walkers!) will enjoy a certified cross country course with scenic views of the lake and surrounding parkland.
SWAG
If you love swag, we've got you covered! 5K participants will receive a long sleeve, branded race shirt, a finisher medal and post-race lunch/beverages. Make sure you sign up early to secure your swag though, as we do expect another sellout. If you prefer to keep it simple, we offer a "Go Green" option where runners can opt out of a shirt and medal (but you still get to enjoy the post-race sustenance!).
RACE COURSES
The 5K course begins and ends in McAlpine Creek Park. This is a certified 5K course consisting of crushed gravel surface - perfect for pushing yourself for a new PR!
The Noon Year's Eve Kids Dash course is ~ 0.20 mile, flat sprint perfect for nearly all ages. The kiddos will start at the 5K start line and cut across a crushed gravel path to take a "shortcut" to the finish line. Parents are welcome to accompany their kids on this fun run!
Visit our courses page for more details, including MapMyRun links!
AWARDS
Visit our awards page for details on overall and age group awards, including our exclusive awards for the fastest LAST MILE of 2026!
KIDS DASH
The NOON Year's Eve Kids Dash starts at 12:45 pm. The little ones dash 0.25 miles from the start to finish line and receive their own branded finisher medal.
Start your year off right with Charlotte's premier New Year's Day event!!
The race begins on the campus of UNC Charlotte and heads out on Toby Creek Greenway before finishing back on campus for an epic post-race party.
Race Registration includes:
Custom race shirt
Beer (21+)
Coffee
Lunch and hot beverage from your choice of participating food vendors
Kid Zone
Finisher Medals!! 🏅
At the close of the Battle of Cowpens in 1781, two American officers—confident in victory—raced for the ultimate prize, a British three-pounder cannon, called the “Grasshopper”.
Bib numbers and shirts can be picked up morning of the race or Friday Jan 10th from 5-7pm at Gotta Run Spartanburg.
Race will start at 8:30am on January 9th
No Race Day Sign Up
We will not be able to offer refunds or Deferrals- Weather can be an issue in January some years we have to reschedule for safety.
Early packet pick up- Friday January 8th 5pm-7pm at Gotta Run Spartanburg
Race day packet pick up- Saturday Jan 9th 7:00am- 8:15am at Cowpens Battlefield Office parking lot
Course Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7dpNfwvAIM
The course is a single loop course on the paved road at Cowpens Battlefield.
Awards
Top 3 Overall: open, masters, grandmasters
Age group awards:
14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,
45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over
Welcome to the Battle of the Run Clubs Team XC Challenge
And by run clubs, we mean Run Clubs, but we also mean run...."clubs".
You can sign up with a group of friends, with family members, and even as an individual. You do not need a complete team to enter; if for some reason your friends don't quite get organized and your team ends up a little short, we'll combine mixed teams to make sure everyone has a chance at a final score. Individuals can enter as "Free Agents," and will be combined into these mixed teams or possibly a team of their own. It's a great way to meet local runners and make new friends.
. If you are entering as an individual, please enter "Free Agent" Team.
So how will the scoring work?
There will be 4 races:
1 mile "Steeplechase" @ 8am - obstacles comprised of small horse jumps (2'-2'6"), ditches, potentially through water and banks
10 Mile @ 8:30am
10k @ 9:00am
5k @ 9:30am
If you register for the 10 mile/10k or 5k and would like to add the 1-mile obstacle course, we’d love to have you give it a try! Simply email [email protected] to request a promo code that will allow you to add the obstacle course to your registration for FREE.
Each runner may choose the distance that suits them best. Each race will be scored equally, as follows:
1st place - 1 point
2nd place - 2 points
3rd place- 3 points
4th place- 4 points
And so on....
Team scores will consist of the top 4 best placings, with the goal of earning the LOWEST overall team score. Additional runners on a team will not add to the score, but can contribute by bumping runners from other teams down in the rankings.
All teams may be of the same gender and run the same race, or any combination of distances/genders that you choose and there is no limit to the number of racers from a single club. The more the merrier.
Deadline for any requests to change or merge teams is 12pm on Friday, January 22.
There is a tiny bit of strategy involved, as a "perfect" team score of 4 (4 wins) does actually require multiple distances and genders.
After the race, stick around for amazing food provided by Stable View's famous Graze and Gaze, relax, play lawn games, and mingle as you wait for your team to finish. Showers are available on site and adult beverages will be available at cost in the Tavern.
Race Schedule:
7 am check in/packet pickup begins
8am 1 mile Obstacle Race starts
8:30 10 mile Race starts
9:00 10k Race starts
9:30 5k Race starts
Awards to follow
Winning team's name will be engraved on a perpetual trophy to be displayed at Stable View and individual trophies will be awarded to winners.
For those wishing to wake up near the Start Line or to linger longer after the race, Stable View offers contemporary lodging - perfect for easing those post-race muscles - or RV Hook Ups. Participants can enjoy the peaceful country setting, but also not be too far away from dining, sightseeing and shopping in historic downtown Aiken. Further details, pictures and booking for accommodations is on Airbnb or via email [email protected] to reserve directly with Stable View. All RV reservations must reserve directly via Stable View.
Event will proceed rain or shine.
T-shirts and exact sizes are not guaranteed after 1/15/2027
🦬 Be the Buffalo 🦬
Do you know why we call this the “Be the Buffalo” Race and why we are so passionate about continuing it each year?
Dianne Sullivan Wells (FiA name: Digits) was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and a well-known runner in Lexington that started the run group Running Wild that still meets to this day. Digits was tragically taken from us during one of our early morning runs in December 2018. That week the local FiA & F3 groups converged and held a prayer circle, and a friend read a story about buffalo. You see, when a storm arises buffalo gather together & face the storm head on, and because of this they get through the storm quicker compared to other animals. For us “Being the Buffalo” is herding together & facing storms together. All storms are different, and it doesn’t mean the journey is easy. It doesn’t mean the journey doesn’t hurt. It doesn’t mean the pain will end quicker. But it means that together with your people & your community, you will get through it by praying for each other, lifting each other up, helping each other. Facing it together.
A year and a half later we lost another beloved runner unexpectedly during a battle with breast cancer. Edith Edy Pearson (FiA name: Needle) was also a loving wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt, fierce runner, and our biggest cheerleader.
The Be the Buffalo 5K Memorial Run for Digits and Needle was started in honor of Digits & Needle. A way to remember them for their impact on us and to our community, for their love of running, and for their legacy to live on.
Each year a portion of the proceeds of the Be the Buffalo Race is donated to a charity close to the heart of the families of Digits & Needle. For the 2026 race, we have decided to continue to support our local community. The same community that showed up for us, that carried us through the storm.
So, if you’re a runner, sign-up to join us on Feb 7th. If you don’t run, sign up to walk with us. Or if you’re unable to do either one, you can donate to support, because one thing I know for sure is this community shows up. We face the storm together.
We are currently looking for sponsors. Please reach out if you are interested. The deadline for sponsorship is January 7th, 2026.
This race will make donations annually to the charity of choice decided by families of Digits (Dianne Wells) and Needle (Edy Pearson). The proceeds for the 2026 race will go to the family of Kathy Young. She was a secretary at Rocky Creek Elementary School, whose life was taken too soon earlier this year.
Welcome back runners!!! THE BIG GAME 4 MILER IS SET FOR VALENTINES DAY!
Celebrate the BIGGEST DAY IN SPORTS with us and represent YOUR favorite team as the Big Game 4 Miler will feature a 4-mile run and a 100-yard kids' dash. The course will start and finish outside the East gate of the Panther's Stadium on Mint St. You will hop on the Wesley Heights Greenway/Irwin Creek Greenway for a beautiful out and back before hopping back onto the Charlotte streets and finishing at the East Gate of the Panther Stadium.
Participants will be HIGHLY encouraged to dress up and support their favorite football team! All teams are welcomed ;) Make it fun! We are all about seeing the crazy costumes, throwback jerseys, and game day glam (aka messy face paint)... HA!
The entire event will be football themed. There are 4 downs in football and 4 miles on the course. Kid's running the 100-yard dash will get a mini football too.
Race Start Times:
The official start area is in front of the East gate of the Panthers stadium on S. Mint St.
Sunday, February 14th, 2027
9:00 AM – 4 Mile START
10:15 AM – Kid’s 100-yard dash
10:30 AM – Awards Ceremony
Registration Deadlines: Online registration officially opens the day after the Big Game for the following year. The first price increase is the first day of the playoffs and the final price increase is on race day - the day of the “Big Game”. Online registration will close at midnight on February 13th. You can still register at packet pick up on Saturday and on race day Sunday. Registration will open at 7:45 am and close at 8:45 am on race day.
What do I get for participating?
All 4 miler participants will receive a performance shirt. We will have Unisex long-sleeve shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before February 1st to be guaranteed a T-shirt. 100-yard Kids’ Dash participants will receive a long sleeve shirt.
Custom Bibs of your team colors! Must be registered BY February 1st, 2027 11:59PM EST.
First 100 registered participants will receive a pint glass.
Finisher Medals for the 4-mile participants.
Mini - Footballs for our 100 Kid's dash participants.
Great giveaways from our sponsors
Great fun and team spirit!
Packet Pick Up
You can pick up packets for friends and family. We HIGHLY SUGGEST picking up your packet on Saturday. There will be a lot of people running the race and we want to make sure you get your things before the gun goes off. You can pick up for your friends and family.
TBD
Race Day Packet Pick up – Sunday, February 14th, 2026; 8:00AM-8:45AM
Outside the stadium
800 S Mint St
Charlotte, NC 28202
T-Shirts
Every participant will receive a long sleeve soft-style performance shirt that signed up before February 1st, 2027. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. NO SWITCHING SIZES – NO EXCEPTIONS! You may switch sizes AFTER the race at the registration tent if we have leftover shirts.
Timing
We have partnered with Start 2 Finish to time this year's event.
Awards - 4 Milers ONLY - there is no age group awards for the 100-yard dash.
Divisions:
Top 3 overall M/F
Top 1 M/F in age groups - 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over.
Claiming Awards:
Awards can be claimed ONLY during the award ceremony. No claiming rewards beforehand. If you leave before the award ceremony - No worries! :) You can pick your award up at the Packet Pickup location the following day.
We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.
NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation
Finish Expo
The finish area will have vendors and sponsors promoting and giving away fun stuff.
Virtual Runners
You must be registered by February 2nd in order to get your swag shipped to you. You can switch to a virtual by logging into your RunSignUp account up until Friday, February 6th but you will need to pick up your packet on Saturday. Virtual Runners can post their results on the 'Results' tab HERE.
Swag can only be shipped within the lower 48 United States.
Refunds and Transfers
Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.
Course
https://runsignup.com/Race/SuperBowl4Miler/Page/course
Time Limit
Walkers are welcomed but there is a 1 hour 15-minute time limit to cover the 4-mile course.
Medical
There will be a medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any minor medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well. Any life-threatening problems should call 911.
Weather Policy
Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather, there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events reserves the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.
Parking
There are more than 30,000 parking spaces within a 10–15-minute walk of the stadium. Parking operators lease parking spaces on a game-by-game or seasonal basis near Bank of America Stadium.
https://www.panthers.com/stadium/directions
Non-NFL Event Parking
Bank of America Stadium offers the ability to secure parking adjacent to the stadium for non-Panthers events. Lot 1, also known as the Mint Street Parking Facility, is located at the corner of Mint and Graham streets and is directly across from the stadium’s North Gate. Parking for fans with disabilities is available on a first-come, first-served basis for vehicles displaying a handicap placard. This location offers convenience and ease, offering three entrances and exits.
Entertainment
We are so excited to have AAA Entertainment at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!
We look forward to seeing you there and seeing all the team spirit! Get ready to lace up your shoes and tackle a new PR!
UDPATES for 2027 Races Coming Soon!
Potential Updates to Course, Location, Time
NEW Swag, Apparel, Medals, and MORE!
Registration set to open for this race on September 1st
The First 100 Participants Receive Custom Race Socks
🏜️ Welcome to the Sandhills Trail & Ultra Festival! 🏕️
Are you ready to run wild in the heart of South Carolina? Lace up and hit the trails at Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, SC – where pine forests meet sandy ridges, and every step brings you closer to nature.🌲 Whether you're tackling a single loop or testing your grit in the 30-hour challenge, the Sandhills Trail Race has something for every trail runner.
Distance Options
🏃♀️ 7.5-Mile Fun Loop – One lap of sweet singletrack through forest and lakeside views.
🏃 25K (2 Laps) – Perfect for those ready to push past comfort and into the challenge zone.
🏃♂️ 50K (4 Laps) – A full day of adventure for ultrarunners craving miles and memories.
🌙 30-Hour Ultra – How far can you go? Push your limits under sun, stars, and soul.
Why You’ll Love It:
🏞️ Serene lake views & sandy trails beneath towering pines
🏕️ Easy-access personal aid station zone in the open field
💫 Camp overnight or relax between laps – it's your race, your pace
🎶 Chill trail vibes + post-race hangs with fellow dirt-loving runners
🥒 Aid station snacks, cool drinks, and all the good trail feels
🥇 Belt buckles for 100-mile finishers (13 laps)
📍 Location: Sesquicentennial State Park – 9564 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
🕘 Race Start: 9:00 AM (All distances)
📦 Packet Pickup: 1 hour before your race at Shelter #1
🗺️ Course Highlights - COURSE MAP HERE
7.75-mile loop 💫
Soft pine needle-covered singletrack ✅
A few smooth paved sections around the lake 👟
Rolling hills + lake breezes = chef’s kiss 🌬️
Fast, runnable, and beginner-friendly (but the 30-hour? That’s another story 😏)
🚗 Parking Info: You’ll enter the park and head to the lake parking lot near the ranger station. Have a state park pass or bring a few bucks for a day pass. If you’re staying the day or overnight, feel free to pop up a 10x10 near the field by the start/finish.
⛺️ 30-Hour Runners: Limited crew/aid support from 10PM–6AM. Timing continues overnight. Take a nap if needed — we get it 😴. Just leave your chip at the table when you're done.
🍬 Aid Station Snacks May Include: Pickles, cookies, candy, chips, fig newtons, pretzels, water, Coke, and ginger ale. Want something special? Bring it! This is a cupless event, so bring your own hydration gear 🥤
🎉 Whether you're aiming for a PR, your first ultra, or just a fun day in the woods, the Sandhills Trail Race is your ticket to an unforgettable trail experience. Let the sandy paths guide you and the forest fuel your soul 🌳
Race Email Recap
o 7.5 Mile Awards @ 10:30
o 25k Awards @ 12pm
o 50k Awards @ 3pm
The Augusta Sports Council is proud to be the local host organization for the Augusta Half Marathon, 10K & 5K! The 19th annual event serves as the non-profit's primary fundraising event for their annual G.A.M.E.S. Scholarship fund which is awarded to selected graduating high school student athletes each May. The ASC is a 501c(3) organization focuses on enriching the quality of life and economic well-being for the Augusta metropolitan area by supporting and attracting sporting activities.
Established in 1991 by a group of sports-minded volunteers with a goal of recruiting sporting events to the community, the ASC has created, recruited, or supported over 800 events in the Augusta community which include the '96 Olympic Box-offs, '99 and '02 Georgia Games Championships, Nike EYBL Peach Jam Basketball, USA Cycling Championships, and the IRONMAN 70.3 Augusta. These events have attracted 450,000+ athletes to compete in Augusta, generating more than $400 million in economic impact to the Augusta community. Additionally, the Augusta Sports Council is also the home of the Ray Guy Award which is given to the top College Punter of the Year. Named after "the greatest punter of all time," Ray Guy, the award is presented annually during The Home Depot College Football Awards, broadcast live on ESPN.
For Augusta Half/10K/5K Race FAQs: augustahalf.org/faqs
For RunSignUp / Registration FAQs: augustahalf.org/runsignupfaqs