Bright Ideas 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Conway, South Carolina
- Price $30.15 - $35.45
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Bright Ideas 5K & 1 Mile event taking place on Saturday, April 18th, 2026, in the picturesque Historic Downtown Conway, Horry. This exciting community run is designed to support innovative classroom-based educational projects through the Horry Electric Cooperatives Bright Ideas Grant Program. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. The 5K race kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed by the 1 Mile event at 8:10 AM, making it a perfect opportunity for families and friends to come together and promote creative learning across Horry County.
Participants will not only enjoy a flat and scenic course through downtown Conway but also receive a stylish Bright Ideas quarter-zip shirt and a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. By participating in this event, you are directly contributing to funding that supports teachers and students, helping to turn creative ideas into impactful learning experiences. Join us for a day filled with inspiration, community spirit, and a commitment to brighter futures in education!
Participants will not only enjoy a flat and scenic course through downtown Conway but also receive a stylish Bright Ideas quarter-zip shirt and a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. By participating in this event, you are directly contributing to funding that supports teachers and students, helping to turn creative ideas into impactful learning experiences. Join us for a day filled with inspiration, community spirit, and a commitment to brighter futures in education!
Organiser's Description
BRIGHT IDEAS 5K & 1 MILE
MALE SIGN RUN FOR INNOVATION RUN FOR EDUCATION
Join us for the BRIGHT IDEAS 5K & 1 MILE, a community run in HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CONWAY benefiting innovative classroom-based educational projects through HORRY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES BRIGHT IDEAS GRANT PROGRAM.
This race is designed to bring our community together to support TEACHERS, STUDENTS, AND CREATIVE LEARNING across Horry County.
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RACE LOCATION & DATE
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CONWAY
SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH
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ALARM CLOCK RACE START TIMES
* 5K: 8:00 AM
* 1 MILE: 8:10AM
Runners and walkers of all experience levels are welcome!
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RACE PURPOSE
The BRIGHT IDEAS GRANT PROGRAM provides funding for INNOVATIVE, CLASSROOM-BASED EDUCATIONAL PROJECTS that fall outside normal public and private school funding.
Grants are available to ALL DISCIPLINES for GRADES K12 throughout HORRY COUNTY, helping educators turn creative ideas into impactful learning experiences.
Your participation helps support:
* pencil Creative classroom projects
* Innovative teaching methods
* Hands-on learning opportunities
* Stronger schools and brighter futures
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PARTICIPANT PERKS
All registered participants receive:
* BRIGHT IDEAS 1/4 ZIP SHIRT
* FINISHER MEDAL
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AWARDS
OVERALL AWARDS (5K)
* Male & Female: 1ST, 2ND, 3RD
AGE GROUP AWARDS (5K CHIP TIME)
* 09
* 1019
* 2029
* 3039
* 4049
* 5059
* 6069
* 70+
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COURSE INFORMATION
* Flat, scenic 5K course through downtown Conway
* Police and course support on site
COURSE MAP: _Click Here_ [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3153790]
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PARKING
Parking will be available throughout DOWNTOWN CONWAY.
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PACKET PICK-UP & LATE REGISTRATION
FRIDAY PACKET PICK-UP
BLACK DOG OUTFITTERS
316 N Main St, Conway, SC 29526
FRIDAY, APRIL 17TH
alarm clock 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
warning PLEASE PLAN AHEAD: Traffic congestion may occur in downtown Conway.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP
DOWNTOWN CONWAY (NEAR THE TERRACE)
SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH
alarm clock 6:30 AM 7:45 AM
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Support education while gaining visibility in the community by becoming a BRIGHT IDEAS 5K SPONSOR.
Sponsorship benefits may include:
* Brand exposure before and during race week
* On-site presence on race day
* Direct support of local classrooms
INTERESTED IN SPONSORING? Contact us for details.
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WHY RUN?
When you run the BRIGHT IDEAS 5K, youre investing in:
* Student innovation
* Teacher creativity
* The future of education in Horry County
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SPARKLES RUN WITH PURPOSE. INSPIRE LEARNING. SPARK BRIGHT IDEAS. SPARKLES
MALE SIGN RUN FOR INNOVATION RUN FOR EDUCATION
Join us for the BRIGHT IDEAS 5K & 1 MILE, a community run in HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CONWAY benefiting innovative classroom-based educational projects through HORRY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES BRIGHT IDEAS GRANT PROGRAM.
This race is designed to bring our community together to support TEACHERS, STUDENTS, AND CREATIVE LEARNING across Horry County.
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RACE LOCATION & DATE
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CONWAY
SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH
-------------------------
ALARM CLOCK RACE START TIMES
* 5K: 8:00 AM
* 1 MILE: 8:10AM
Runners and walkers of all experience levels are welcome!
-------------------------
RACE PURPOSE
The BRIGHT IDEAS GRANT PROGRAM provides funding for INNOVATIVE, CLASSROOM-BASED EDUCATIONAL PROJECTS that fall outside normal public and private school funding.
Grants are available to ALL DISCIPLINES for GRADES K12 throughout HORRY COUNTY, helping educators turn creative ideas into impactful learning experiences.
Your participation helps support:
* pencil Creative classroom projects
* Innovative teaching methods
* Hands-on learning opportunities
* Stronger schools and brighter futures
-------------------------
PARTICIPANT PERKS
All registered participants receive:
* BRIGHT IDEAS 1/4 ZIP SHIRT
* FINISHER MEDAL
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AWARDS
OVERALL AWARDS (5K)
* Male & Female: 1ST, 2ND, 3RD
AGE GROUP AWARDS (5K CHIP TIME)
* 09
* 1019
* 2029
* 3039
* 4049
* 5059
* 6069
* 70+
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COURSE INFORMATION
* Flat, scenic 5K course through downtown Conway
* Police and course support on site
COURSE MAP: _Click Here_ [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3153790]
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PARKING
Parking will be available throughout DOWNTOWN CONWAY.
-------------------------
PACKET PICK-UP & LATE REGISTRATION
FRIDAY PACKET PICK-UP
BLACK DOG OUTFITTERS
316 N Main St, Conway, SC 29526
FRIDAY, APRIL 17TH
alarm clock 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
warning PLEASE PLAN AHEAD: Traffic congestion may occur in downtown Conway.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP
DOWNTOWN CONWAY (NEAR THE TERRACE)
SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH
alarm clock 6:30 AM 7:45 AM
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Support education while gaining visibility in the community by becoming a BRIGHT IDEAS 5K SPONSOR.
Sponsorship benefits may include:
* Brand exposure before and during race week
* On-site presence on race day
* Direct support of local classrooms
INTERESTED IN SPONSORING? Contact us for details.
-------------------------
WHY RUN?
When you run the BRIGHT IDEAS 5K, youre investing in:
* Student innovation
* Teacher creativity
* The future of education in Horry County
-------------------------
SPARKLES RUN WITH PURPOSE. INSPIRE LEARNING. SPARK BRIGHT IDEAS. SPARKLES
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