3rd Annual Sweat For A Vet 5K Fun Run

  • Date Sat 6th June 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
  • Price $40.00
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 3rd Annual Sweat For A Vet 5K Fun Run on Saturday, June 6th, 2026! Taking place at the American Legion Post 178 in beautiful Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, this exciting event invites everyone—runners and walkers alike—to join in for a great cause. With a scenic, flat course that features minimal turns, participants will enjoy a delightful race experience while supporting our local military veterans and their families.

Last year's event was a tremendous success, raising over $7,000 for local veterans organizations, and this year, we aim to make an even bigger impact! Whether you choose to run in-person or opt for the virtual option from your own location, your participation helps honor and assist those who have selflessly served our country. Join us in making a difference and embodying the spirit of community by celebrating our veterans on this meaningful day. Let's come together to "Honor Those Who Came Before Us" and show our appreciation for their sacrifices!

Organiser's Description

We are proud to announce that the Sons Of The American Legion Squadron 178 in Murrells Inlet is holding our 3rd annual 5K Fun Run on June 6th, 2026 at the American Legion Post 178 in Murrells Inlet, SC.

So many people stepped up for our military veterans last year! This year it is time to stand with our veterans and SWEAT FOR A VET AGAIN!

Join us for the 3rd Annual Sweat For A Vet 5K Run/Walk hosted by the the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 178 in Murrells Inlet, SC! Or choose the virtual option and run/walk with us from your location! Runners and Walkers are all welcome! Our course begins and ends at the American Legion Post 178 in Murrells Inlet. It is a beautiful flat course with very few turns.

The sole purpose of this event is to help up continue providing support to our LOCAL military veterans and their families. If you ran our race last year, you know that we are serious about helping our LOCAL veterans!

Over $7000.00 in proceeds from last year's race were donated to LOCAL veterans organizations! We hope to have a larger impact on our veterans and our community this year!

"HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US" means The American Legion pays perpetual respect for all past military sacrifices to ensure they are never forgotten by new generations.

The Sons of The American Legion (SAL) was created in 1932 as an organization within The American Legion. The SAL is made up of boys and men of all ages whose parents or grandparents served in the US military and became eligible for membership in The American Legion. This organization places its highest importance on preserving our American traditions and values, improving the quality of life for our nation's children, caring for veterans and their families, and perhaps most importantly, teaching the fundamentals of good citizenship.

Sons of The American Legion exists to honor the service and sacrifice of Legionnaires.

By participating in this event, you will join SAL members who have raised more than $9 million for The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation. SAL members have volunteered over 455,000 hours at veterans hospitals and raised over $1,600,000 for VA hospitals and VA homes.

The SAL continues to provide services to those in need in the LOCAL communities, through programs that include fundraising events such as this.

Races

  • 3rd Annual Sweat for a Vet 5K Fun Run

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $40.00

    Race Info: 5K race begins at 8:00am Strollers, runners, and walkers are all WELCOME! Dogs ARE allowed on race course. The animals need to be on a leash at all times and you are fully responsible for your pet! You MUST pick up any waste from your pet (we have monitors throughout the course). Aggressive behavior from your pet will not be tolerated! Any aggressive behavior from your pet will result in the runner and the pet to be removed from the property or race course with NO refund of registration. One water stop on course at the turnaround Post race snacks and water available for participants Race Swag: Custom designed participant shirt Race bib Participant Gift Virtual race swag will be mailed within 2 weeks post race Registration: Registration is only available online Registration closes Saturday, May 31st at 6:30am Packet Pickup Information: Saturday, May 31st from 5:30-7:15am at race start Parking: American Legion Post 178 Restrooms: Inside American Legion Post 178 Awards: 5K Awards are by gun time Overall Male and Female 1,2,3 place Overall Masters Male and Female 1 place Age Groups Male and Female 1st place only: 0-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-up

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Location

3950 Highway 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, 29576, SC, United States

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