Enjoy fast and flat courses through the historic neighborhoods of Downtown Darlington. Join us after the races for the Darlington Sweet Potato Festival, at THE PUBLIC SQUARE, just three blocks away from the finish lines!
Race LocationAll races leave from NICK'S BBQ & Drive-In, 310 S. Main Street, Darlington, SC 29532
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup takes place
ON RACE DAY at 310 S. Main Street, Darlington, SC 29532 starting at 7:00 a.m.
Race Times5K (
USATF Certification Pending): 8:00 a.m.
1 Mile Run/Walk 8:05 a.m.
Age Groups for All Races14 & Under; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; & 70+
Awards5K- All 5K finishers will receive a finishers medal.
- Trophy prizes to Overall Male and Female (1st; 2nd; 3rd)
- 1st Place Male and Female Masters (40+)
- Top 3 male and female in each age group
1 Mile
- All 1 Mile finishers will receive a Finisher Certificate!
Registration: Click the GOLD BANNER at the top of the screen and select your registration type.
Registration Prices5K Early (by Sept. 13): $30
5K Late (Sept. 14-Oct. 11): $35
5k Race Day (Oct. 12): $40
1 Mile Early (by Sept. 13): $10
1 Mile Late (Sept. 14-Oct. 11): $15
1 Mile Race Day (Oct. 12): $20
T-shirtsThe cutoff for guaranteed Sweet Potato Festival t-shirts is October 1. If you didn't register by October 1, limited shirts may be available on-site.
Sizes:Adult S-2XL
Event special notes:
-Strollers are welcome
-People can listen to music
-Pets are welcome
-Parking is free and first come first serve
-There are no age restrictions for this race
-The event will run rain or shine
Cancellation and Refund Policy: In the event the race should be canceled for reasons beyond the control of the Race Director or Race Committee (severe/inclement weather or unsafe weather conditions; local, state or national emergency; public health emergency), refunds will not be made, but race packets, including race shirts, will be available at a location to be determined. The races will run rain or shine.
Refunds: No refunds for any reason will be issued for this event within 30 days of the event start date. Earlier than 30 days before the event, a request may be made for a 50% refund (this will be 50% of entry fee, excluding any processing fees).
Deferrals: Entries CANNOT be transferred or deferred to another event or year. NO EXCEPTIONS will be made to this policy.
By registering for this race, you are agreeing to these policies!