17th Annual Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon & Coastal 5K
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Price $41.22 - $76.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 17th Annual Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon & Coastal 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in beautiful Myrtle Beach, Horry County! This vibrant event features two fantastic race options: the flat and fast half marathon starting at 7:00 AM and the Coastal 5K kicking off at 7:15 AM. Runners will enjoy stunning oceanfront views along over 5.5 miles of scenic coastline, making this a South Carolina dream for both seasoned athletes and casual participants alike.
Participants can look forward to an array of perks, including a stylish long sleeve tech shirt, a participant medal, and a cinch bag filled with post-race snacks and refreshments. The celebration continues with delicious pizza, beer, and smoothies from Grand Strand Brewing Company, ensuring everyone has a great time after crossing the finish line! With cash prizes for top finishers and awards across various age groups, it’s a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while embracing the spirit of the community. Join us for this exhilarating race day and experience the joy of running in Myrtle Beach!
Participants can look forward to an array of perks, including a stylish long sleeve tech shirt, a participant medal, and a cinch bag filled with post-race snacks and refreshments. The celebration continues with delicious pizza, beer, and smoothies from Grand Strand Brewing Company, ensuring everyone has a great time after crossing the finish line! With cash prizes for top finishers and awards across various age groups, it’s a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while embracing the spirit of the community. Join us for this exhilarating race day and experience the joy of running in Myrtle Beach!
Organiser's Description
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MYRTLE BEACH MINI MARATHON & COASTAL 5K
SATURDAY, OCT 10, 2026
HALF MARATHON START TIME-7:00AM
COASTAL 5K START TIME-7:15AM
This amazing half marathon is a South Carolina Dream! It is truly a flat and fast course! We offer 2 race experiences along with a virtual option! Half marathon participants must adhere to a 300 time limit. Participants falling behind the time limit will be asked to move to the sidewalk and will not receive a finish time.
_ANIMALS AND STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE RACE COURSE AND WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION._
Service animals as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a service animal must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.
Baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Wheelchairs, mobility aids, etc. as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a recognized device must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.
The Myrtle Beach Mini Marathontrade mark boasts over 5.5 miles of oceanfront running. Both races will begin along 8th Ave N and finish with an ocean view on the MB Boardwalk! We are excited to partner with Grand Strand Brewing Company for our post race celebration again this year!
RACE PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:
* Participant Medal
* Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (sizes guaranteed until September 25)
* Cinch bag
* Post race snacks, water, Gatorade (finish line)
* Post race pizza, beer/soda, and smoothie (Grand Strand Brewing Company)
*Cash Prize List for Half Marathon (will be mailed post race following results verification)
1st Place Male & Female: $700 each
2nd Place Male & Female: $500 each
3rd Place Male & Female: $400 each
4th Place Male & Female: $300 each
5th Place Male & Female: $200 each
Overall Masters Male & Female $100 each
Overall Grand Masters Male & Female $100 each
Fastest Local Runners Male & Female (must be resident of Horry/Georgetown county): $100 each *double dipping allowed!
*Age Groups and Awards (Awards will not be mailed)
Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male/female finishers, overall masters male/female, and overall grand masters male/female finishers. Age group awards given to the top 3 within each age group.
CLICK HERE FOR EVENT INFORMATION [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/half-marathon/]
CLICK HERE FOR PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/packet-pick-up/]
CLICK HERE FOR INFO ON ADDING RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062916-add-on-management]
CLICK HERE FOR AWARDS, MEDALS, POST RACE PARTY INFORMATION [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/half-marathon/]
CLICK HERE FOR HOTEL INFORMATION [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/hotel-information/]
CLICK HERE FOR FAQS [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/faqs/]
NON-PROFIT PARTNERS:
* Girls on the Run Coastal South Carolina https://www.facebook.com/GirlsontheRunCoastalSouthCarolina
* MB Fire Cares https://www.facebook.com/MYRTLEBEACHFIRE
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
*
Sponsorship Opportunities Available: Email [email protected] for information
**FOR FULL RACE WEEKEND INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.RUNMYRTLEBEACH.COM [http://www.runmyrtlebeach.com]
Come #RUNMYRTLEBEACH with us!
MYRTLE BEACH MINI MARATHON & COASTAL 5K
SATURDAY, OCT 10, 2026
HALF MARATHON START TIME-7:00AM
COASTAL 5K START TIME-7:15AM
This amazing half marathon is a South Carolina Dream! It is truly a flat and fast course! We offer 2 race experiences along with a virtual option! Half marathon participants must adhere to a 300 time limit. Participants falling behind the time limit will be asked to move to the sidewalk and will not receive a finish time.
_ANIMALS AND STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE RACE COURSE AND WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION._
Service animals as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a service animal must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.
Baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Wheelchairs, mobility aids, etc. as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a recognized device must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.
The Myrtle Beach Mini Marathontrade mark boasts over 5.5 miles of oceanfront running. Both races will begin along 8th Ave N and finish with an ocean view on the MB Boardwalk! We are excited to partner with Grand Strand Brewing Company for our post race celebration again this year!
RACE PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:
* Participant Medal
* Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (sizes guaranteed until September 25)
* Cinch bag
* Post race snacks, water, Gatorade (finish line)
* Post race pizza, beer/soda, and smoothie (Grand Strand Brewing Company)
*Cash Prize List for Half Marathon (will be mailed post race following results verification)
1st Place Male & Female: $700 each
2nd Place Male & Female: $500 each
3rd Place Male & Female: $400 each
4th Place Male & Female: $300 each
5th Place Male & Female: $200 each
Overall Masters Male & Female $100 each
Overall Grand Masters Male & Female $100 each
Fastest Local Runners Male & Female (must be resident of Horry/Georgetown county): $100 each *double dipping allowed!
*Age Groups and Awards (Awards will not be mailed)
Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male/female finishers, overall masters male/female, and overall grand masters male/female finishers. Age group awards given to the top 3 within each age group.
CLICK HERE FOR EVENT INFORMATION [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/half-marathon/]
CLICK HERE FOR PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/packet-pick-up/]
CLICK HERE FOR INFO ON ADDING RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062916-add-on-management]
CLICK HERE FOR AWARDS, MEDALS, POST RACE PARTY INFORMATION [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/half-marathon/]
CLICK HERE FOR HOTEL INFORMATION [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/hotel-information/]
CLICK HERE FOR FAQS [https://www.runmyrtlebeach.com/faqs/]
NON-PROFIT PARTNERS:
* Girls on the Run Coastal South Carolina https://www.facebook.com/GirlsontheRunCoastalSouthCarolina
* MB Fire Cares https://www.facebook.com/MYRTLEBEACHFIRE
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
*
Sponsorship Opportunities Available: Email [email protected] for information
**FOR FULL RACE WEEKEND INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.RUNMYRTLEBEACH.COM [http://www.runmyrtlebeach.com]
Come #RUNMYRTLEBEACH with us!
Races
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17th Annual Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon (Half Marathon)
Incl. $5.60 Fee & Unisex Sizing Tech Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$65.60
Must be at least 12 years of age to participate. Time limit is 300/15:15 pace. No animals or strollers allowed on race course-will result in disqualification. -
Myrtle Beach Coastal 5K
Incl. $4.22 Fee & Unisex Sizing Tech Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (7:15AM EDT)
$41.22
No animals or strollers allowed on race course-will result in disqualification. No water stop on course. -
VIRTUAL OPTION Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon
Incl. $6.20 Fee & Unisex Sizing Tech Long Sleeve Shirt
$76.20
Participants not required to submit results. No awards will be given for results. Race swag will be mailed within 2 weeks post race. Entry fee includes shipping. -
VIRTUAL OPTION Myrtle Beach Coastal 5K
Incl. $6.20 Fee & Unisex Sizing Tech Long Sleeve Shirt
$76.20
Participants not required to submit results. No awards will be given for results. Race swag will be mailed within 2 weeks post race. Entry fee includes shipping.
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