70th Annual Water Festival 5k-10K
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Port Royal, South Carolina
- Price $16.90 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 70th Annual Water Festival 5K-10K on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the picturesque Port Royal, Beaufort! This exciting event promises a vibrant atmosphere as participants navigate a flat and scenic USATF Certified course lined with majestic moss-draped live oaks and stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway. The 5K run/walk is just $20, while the 10K run is available for $25, with convenient walk-up registration options on race day for $25 and $30 respectively.
Starting at 8:00 AM from Live Oak Park, the festival is not just about racing; it’s a celebration of community and fun! Participants who register by April 22, 2026, will receive a commemorative T-shirt, and don’t miss out on the chance to win exciting trophies for the best costumes in various categories! With a special one-mile kid’s run added to the festivities, there’s something for everyone. So grab your friends and family, dust off your lightsabers, and get ready to make memories on this thrilling day in historic Port Royal!
Starting at 8:00 AM from Live Oak Park, the festival is not just about racing; it’s a celebration of community and fun! Participants who register by April 22, 2026, will receive a commemorative T-shirt, and don’t miss out on the chance to win exciting trophies for the best costumes in various categories! With a special one-mile kid’s run added to the festivities, there’s something for everyone. So grab your friends and family, dust off your lightsabers, and get ready to make memories on this thrilling day in historic Port Royal!
Organiser's Description
The 69th Annual Beaufort Water Festival welcomes you to the festivals third event of the year, the 5k/10k on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. The 5K/10K race will start at 8:00 AM in beautiful Port Royal at Live Oak Park. This wonderful flat course takes you along the moss-draped giant live oaks with beautiful views of the Intracoastal waterway. The course is USATF Certified #SC18011DW
5k is a run or walk for $20.00 and 10k is a run only for $25.00. Walk-up registration will be available the day of the race for $25 for 5K and $30 for 10K. Packet pick-up and Walk-up registration at Live Oak Park on May 3rd begins at 7:00 AMawards to overall Male and Female and the top 3 in each age division.
Timing is provided by Grounded Running. Participants pre-registered by April 22nd will receive a 68th Annual Beaufort Water Festival 5K/10K T-shirt. Registration after April 22, 2025, and Walk-up registration cannot be guaranteed a T-shirt.
We're bringing back the Star Wars theme for our 2025 5K/10K, and this time we're adding a one-mile kid's run for the young Padawans! And, because who doesn't love a good costume, we're upping the ante on our trophies - best male, female, youth, and child costumes will all get a trophy! So, grab your lightsaber and get ready to run, walk, or just cheer on the fun on May 3rd in historic Port Royal!
Packet Pick-up will take place at Grounded Running, located at 2139 Boundary Street, Suite 108 on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 from 12-5:00 PM and at Live Oaks Park in Port Royal on Saturday morning from 7:00-7:40 AM. Race Day registration will take place on Saturday morning from 7:00-7:40 AM to ensure an on-time start at 8:00 AM.
5k is a run or walk for $20.00 and 10k is a run only for $25.00. Walk-up registration will be available the day of the race for $25 for 5K and $30 for 10K. Packet pick-up and Walk-up registration at Live Oak Park on May 3rd begins at 7:00 AMawards to overall Male and Female and the top 3 in each age division.
Timing is provided by Grounded Running. Participants pre-registered by April 22nd will receive a 68th Annual Beaufort Water Festival 5K/10K T-shirt. Registration after April 22, 2025, and Walk-up registration cannot be guaranteed a T-shirt.
We're bringing back the Star Wars theme for our 2025 5K/10K, and this time we're adding a one-mile kid's run for the young Padawans! And, because who doesn't love a good costume, we're upping the ante on our trophies - best male, female, youth, and child costumes will all get a trophy! So, grab your lightsaber and get ready to run, walk, or just cheer on the fun on May 3rd in historic Port Royal!
Packet Pick-up will take place at Grounded Running, located at 2139 Boundary Street, Suite 108 on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 from 12-5:00 PM and at Live Oaks Park in Port Royal on Saturday morning from 7:00-7:40 AM. Race Day registration will take place on Saturday morning from 7:00-7:40 AM to ensure an on-time start at 8:00 AM.
Races
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70th Beaufort Water Festival 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
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70th Beaufort Water Festival 10K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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70th Beaufort Water Festival Children's 1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$16.90
This event is for Children 5-10 years of age.
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