5th Annual Flying Frog 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Ladys Island, South Carolina
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 5th Annual Flying Frog 5K, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the scenic city of Beaufort, South Carolina! This exciting event is part of the South Carolina Aviation Week celebrations and features a fast, flat USATF certified course that will take participants around the hangars, down the runway, and up the taxiway.
This year, the Flying Frog 5K is proud to support OPFOB, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families. With every stride, you'll be contributing to a meaningful cause that helps combat veteran suicide through peer connection and recreational activities. Registration options include Early Bird pricing starting at just $25, with opportunities for regular and last-minute sign-ups. Participants can enjoy a fantastic race experience, complete with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers and medals for all who cross the finish line. Don’t miss out on this incredible day of community, fitness, and support—mark your calendars and join us in Beaufort for the Flying Frog 5K!
This year, the Flying Frog 5K is proud to support OPFOB, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families. With every stride, you'll be contributing to a meaningful cause that helps combat veteran suicide through peer connection and recreational activities. Registration options include Early Bird pricing starting at just $25, with opportunities for regular and last-minute sign-ups. Participants can enjoy a fantastic race experience, complete with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers and medals for all who cross the finish line. Don’t miss out on this incredible day of community, fitness, and support—mark your calendars and join us in Beaufort for the Flying Frog 5K!
Organiser's Description
HELP CELEBRATE SOUTH CAROLINA AVIATION WEEK WITH US!
This fast, flat course is USATF certified and takes you around the hangars, down the runway, and up the taxiway.
This year, were proud to announce that for the first time, a portion of race proceeds will benefit OPFOB (Our Story - OPFOB [https://opfob.org/our-story/]) a nonprofit committed to healing and empowering veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families through peer connection, recreational activities and advocacy to combat veteran suicide.
Early Bird Registration - (Starts 11/1/25): $25
Regular Registration - (2/1/26 - 3/31/26): $30
Last Chance Online Registration (4/1/26 - 4/15/26): $40
PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOT REFUNDABLE.
PACKET PICKUP will be available at Beaufort Executive Airport on Friday, April 17, 2026, between 0900 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Please note that T-shirts and sizes are not guaranteed for registrations after March 1, 2026.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK UP: For runners that have not pre-registered, registration will be available on the day of the race from 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. for $40.00. Pre-registered runners may also pick up their packets at this time if they have not already done so. Race Day Registration / Packet Pick Up will close promptly at 7:45 am to ensure the race begins on-time.
AWARDS:
Top 3 overall male & female, a plaque will be awarded.
Medals will be awarded to every participant who completes the race.
Walkers and strollers are welcome.
T-shirts are included in advance registration (and as supplies last on race day registration).
To learn more about OPFOB, please visit www.opfob.org [https://www.opfob.org]
This fast, flat course is USATF certified and takes you around the hangars, down the runway, and up the taxiway.
This year, were proud to announce that for the first time, a portion of race proceeds will benefit OPFOB (Our Story - OPFOB [https://opfob.org/our-story/]) a nonprofit committed to healing and empowering veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families through peer connection, recreational activities and advocacy to combat veteran suicide.
Early Bird Registration - (Starts 11/1/25): $25
Regular Registration - (2/1/26 - 3/31/26): $30
Last Chance Online Registration (4/1/26 - 4/15/26): $40
PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOT REFUNDABLE.
PACKET PICKUP will be available at Beaufort Executive Airport on Friday, April 17, 2026, between 0900 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Please note that T-shirts and sizes are not guaranteed for registrations after March 1, 2026.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK UP: For runners that have not pre-registered, registration will be available on the day of the race from 7:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. for $40.00. Pre-registered runners may also pick up their packets at this time if they have not already done so. Race Day Registration / Packet Pick Up will close promptly at 7:45 am to ensure the race begins on-time.
AWARDS:
Top 3 overall male & female, a plaque will be awarded.
Medals will be awarded to every participant who completes the race.
Walkers and strollers are welcome.
T-shirts are included in advance registration (and as supplies last on race day registration).
To learn more about OPFOB, please visit www.opfob.org [https://www.opfob.org]
Races
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The Flying Frog 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 NOVThis year, were proud to announce that for the first time, a portion of race proceeds will benefit OPFOB a nonprofit committed to healing and empowering veterans and first responders through outdoor experiences, peer connection, and advocacy to combat veteran suicide.
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