3 events in Georgetown County, South Carolina
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Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
The 19th Annual Race for the Inlet - Bunny Run Edition will begin at Morse Park Landing. The race will be a 5K Fun Run. Both runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to participate. The Race for the Inlet is a family-friendly staple for the Inlet. Visitors and locals enjoy the scenery and comradery, all while supporting our local Community. Registration is now open and includes entry into the race with a chipped bib, a swag bag full of goodies to the first 250 people from our sponsors, an official race t-shirt, and complementary breakfast. An awards ceremony will follow the event at Morse Park.
Awards will be awarded to the following groups:
*Top 3 Over-All Male & Female
*Top 3 Male & Female in each group
The following age groups:
9 & Under
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80 & Older
Proceeds from the event benefit Murrells Inlet 2020, a community revitalization organization focused on the conservation of our natural environment while fostering local community and commerce.
Make sure to register by March 16th to ensure a t-shirt and size!
Below is some important information about the upcoming race:
- Packet Pickup - Friday, April 3rd, Noon - 7 pm @ Murrells Inlet 2020 office. The location of the office is 4124B Business, US 17, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. You can also pick up your packet the morning of the race at Morse Park from 7 am - 7:45am, if that is more convenient.
-Start Time- The race will start at 8 am sharp. The location of the race is Morse Park, located at 4925 US-17 Bus, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 (Beside Hot Fish Club)
- Parking- Parking will be available at the restaurants close to the park. We do recommend that you carpool if possible. Please do not park on the side of Hwy 17.
-Road Closing- All Roads along the race route will be closed at 7:30 AM, so be sure to get your parking space before then.
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Bring with you - Make sure to bring your race bibs with safety pins to the race. Additional safety pins will be available at the race registration table the morning of the race in the event you lose yours.
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Breakfast - A Grab-N-Go breakfast will be provided after the race at Morse Park. Please make sure you bring your ticket, which will be attached to your race program provided in your packet.
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Awards- An award ceremony will be immediately following the race at Morse Park Landing. Feel free to bring your chairs & blankets and help us congratulate the winners!
If you have any questions please contact the Murrells Inlet 2020 office at 843-357-2007 or at [email protected].
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing everyone on Saturday.
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Sat, Nov 07, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
2nd Annual Rocky Point Run
Benefiting VFW Post 6444 – Georgetown, SC
The Second Annual Rocky Point Run is proudly presented through a partnership between the Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation (AQBFF) and Winyah Rivers Alliance (WRA).
This community-building event supports the mission of VFW Post 6444 while promoting outdoor conservation and increasing awareness and responsible use of Rocky Point Community Forest containing more than 650 acres located between Choppee Road, Choppee Creek, and the Black River in Georgetown County. This community building event supports the mission of VFW Post 6444 while promoting outdoor conservation and increasing awareness and responsible use of Rocky Point Community Forest.
Proceeds from the event directly benefit VFW Post 6444 in Georgetown, SC, helping to foster camaraderie among veterans of overseas conflicts, serve veterans and military families, and advocate on behalf of all veterans.
Race Information
10K – 9:00 AM start (2-hour time limit)
5K – 9:15 AM start
Kids’ Dash – 10:15 AM start
Runners and walkers welcome
No animals or strollers allowed on the race course (violations result in disqualification)
One water stop (halfway point of the 10K course)
Post-race snacks and water provided
Additional food available for purchase
Race Swag
Custom-designed participant shirt (while supplies last)
Race bib
Finisher medal
Registration
Online registration available
Race-day registration available (morning of event)
Online registration closes Saturday, November 8 at 7:30 AM
Packet Pickup
Friday, November 6 | 4:00–6:00 PM
VFW Post 6444
Saturday, November 7 | 7:00–8:45 AM
At the race start location
Race Day Parking
Choppee Recreation Center
8259 Choppee Road
Georgetown, SC
Restrooms
Available in the gymnasium and outdoor pavilion at Choppee Recreation Center.
Awards
5K & 10K Overall Awards:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall Male
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall Female
Learn More:
Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation: www.aqbff.org
VFW Post 6444: https://vfw6444.org
Winyah Rivers Alliance: https://winyahrivers.org
We look forward to seeing you at Rocky Point for a meaningful day of community, conservation, and support for our local veterans!
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Sat, Nov 14, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
33rd ANNUAL PAWLEYS ISLAND TURTLE STRUT 5K/8K RUN/WALK
in memory of Chief Guy Osborne
Presented by Pawleys Island Realty
Pawleys Island, SC
Saturday, November 14, 2026
8:00am
Join us on Saturday, November 14th for the 33rd Annual Turtle Strut 5K/8K Run/Walk. This race is held in memory of Chief Guy Osborne, former Pawleys Island Police Chief who passed away in 2015. Participants will start at the Pawleys Island Nature Park and head south on Myrtle Avenue along the Pawleys Island Creek. 5K participants will turn around in the Bird’s Nest area of the island while 8K runners will continue down Springs Avenue and enjoy a stunning ocean view. The 8K will turn around at the far south end beach access and head back to the Nature Park toward the finish line. This early morning race will take place on an extremely flat course, with amazing natural beauty.
Pawleys Island is a barrier island less than 4 miles long and mostly 1 house wide, separated from the mainland by a beautiful salt marsh and accessible by two short causeways. It is located 70 miles north of Charleston and 25 miles south of Myrtle Beach and is known as one of the oldest summer resorts on the East Coast. Our race dates are chosen based on the tide charts for the season.
Sponsorship Opportunities: If interested, please email [email protected] for more information.
Race Location and Parking:
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Pawleys Island Town Hall-323 Myrtle Avenue, Pawleys Island, SC
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Please park in designated areas only
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Make sure your car is off the road completely
Packet Pickup:
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Friday, November 13 from 3:00-4:30pm at Old Town Hall building (321 Myrtle Ave., Pawleys Island, SC 29585)
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Saturday, November 14 from 6:30-7:45am at Old Town Hall building (321 Myrtle Ave, Pawleys Island, SC 29585)
Race Swag:
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Race Participant Shirt (while supplies last)
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Race bib
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Participant Medal
Race Info:
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Portos located near the start line
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No water stop on the 5K course
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Water stop at turnaround of 8K course
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Online registration closes Saturday, November 14 at 6:00am
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Virtual participants will receive race swag within 2 weeks post race. Registration cost includes shipping
5K/8K Awards:
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Overall Male and Female 1,2,3 place
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Overall Masters Male and Female-1 place
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Age Groups Male and Female 1 place-10 year increments (1-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and up)
Post Race:
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Participant Medal
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Water and snacks
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Overall Awards
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5K Overall/Age Group Awards will begin approximately 9:00am
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8K Overall/Age Group Awards will begin approximately 9:20am
Social Media:
Town of Pawleys Island: https://www.townofpawleysisland.com
Pawleys Island Realty Company https://www.facebook.com/PawleysIslandRealtyCompany
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