Location Hampton Park 30 Mary Murray Drive Charleston, SC 29403 General info/introduction You don't need to be a paid participant to enjoy the Wellness Expo and raffleeveryone is welcome! The 5K run/walk pricing information is detailed in the "Pricing" section of the website. There are numerous discounts available! Participate in our USATF-certified 5K run or walk while helping us raise funds for the MUSC Children's Health Wellness Works Program. We also have an exciting raffle! Purchase raffle tickets through our online store before or during the event, or bring cash or a card to buy tickets on race day. Participate in the drawing held after the race concludes. Please note that checks cannot be accepted. Your registration fee includes a t-shirt, race packet with exciting freebies, water, and healthy snacks. You'll also receive official timing, a finisher's medal upon completing the 5K course, and eligibility for overall and age-group awards (top three in each category). Event Schedule 8:00 am Wellness Expo opens, day-of registration, and on-site packet pick-up begin 8:45 am Mandatory pre-race meeting 8:50 am Group warm-up 9:00 am Run/walk starts Join us at the finish-line party featuring the Wellness Expo, prize raffle, age-group awards, and healthy snacks. Portable toilets will be available on-site for your convenience. Frequently Asked Questions 1. Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? You do not need an ID. There are no age limits! Bring the whole family (and even your dog)! All ages are encouraged to walk or run and participate in the fun. Ages 4 and under are free. 2. Can I check in and pick up my packet early? Yes! There are two packet pick-up options: Friday, February 12th (time and location coming soon!) Saturday, February 13th at the 5K Headquarters (Hampton Park in front of the gazebo across from Cleveland St.) starting at 8:00am 3. Is this event timed? Yes! We offer official timing and awards for overall winners (top 3) and age group winners (top 3 in each). You will receive a timing chip on your race bib in your registration packet. 4. Is this a well-marked and official 5K course? Yes, the course is well-marked and USATF certified. There is a mandatory pre-race meeting at 8:45am that will cover important points about the course. All fitness levels are welcomed to attend. 5. Are there any discounts available? Yes!! There are early-bird discounts and group registration is discounted 15% off for small groups of 4-9 people and 20% off for large groups of 10 or more people. By registering as a group, you save money and get to have fun with your family and friends! Active military and veterans can also receive 10% off by entering the code MILVET2026 at checkout--thank you for your service. Some of the groups with a 10% discount code include (but are not limited to): Charleston Running Club members, Fleet Feet running club members, Blue Sky Endurance running club members, MUSC Wellness Center members, and Zoo Wellness Center members (this discount CAN be combined with group discounts for bigger savings). Please inquire with race director for these codes. (Note: The Charleston Running Club is a local running club, open to all. For more information, please visit their website at www.charlestonrunningclub.com.) 6. What are my transportation/parking options getting to the event? You are responsible for your own transportation to the event and there is plenty of parking on the streets surrounding Hampton Park. If you are unable to find a place to park on the surrounding streets, the Hagood parking lot on Hagood Ave. between Fishburne St. and Line St. is available for free parking (short walk to the park). Please obey all posted street signs regarding parking restrictions (weekend rules apply). You may park within the park, but it is closed to vehicles until noon, so you may not be able to leave until it opens again (12:00pm). 7. Where can I park on the day of the event? Parking options for the day of the event: --There are three parking areas within Hampton Park. Please note that the park is closed to vehicular traffic from 8-12 on the day of the event. You must arrive prior to 8:00am to park in these lots. Also, it is not a guarantee that you will be able to leave the park until it re-opens at 12:00pm. --There are many parking spaces around the park on the surrounding streets (Cleveland St., Rutledge Ave., Moultrie St., Fishburne St., etc.). *These are subject to charges/metered fees, though usually the weekends are free parking. See this map for surrounding streets: https://www.google.com/maps/@32.7994578,-79.9565432,16.07z?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTExOS4yIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExMjMzSAFQAw%3D%3D --There is free parking about a 5-10 minute walk from the park at the Hagood parking lot on Fishburn, Hagood, and Line streets. The lot is to the south west of Hampton Park; please see this map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Joseph+P.+Riley,+Jr.+Park/@32.7906255,-79.9564521,17.31z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x88fe7a4babcb99ab:0x74275daa8f7514ab!8m2!3d32.790528!4d-79.9613184!16zL20vMDZfcGNi?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTExOS4yIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExMjMzSAFQAw%3D%3D 8. Do I have to buy raffle tickets? A prize raffle will take place following the fun run/walk at approximately 10:15am. You are not required to participate in the raffle, but if you want the chance to win some amazing prizes you must purchase at least 1 raffle ticket. All prizes have been donated by community partners and the funds will go directly to the Wellness Works program. You can purchase raffle tickets through our online store before or during the event, or bring cash or a card to buy tickets on race day. Please note that checks cannot be accepted and you must be present to win. Raffle tickets purchased online prior to the event will be charged a processing fee and you may pick them up at check-in on the morning of the event. 9. Is the food truck giving away free food/beverages? No, the food truck will be serving food and beverages for purchase. Of note, their menu will be limited to the healthiest options they offer, since this is a wellness event. We will be providing free healthy snacks and water for all participants at the finish line, but bring money for the food truck (they accept all forms of payment, including tap-to-pay). 10. Do I have to bring a printed ticket to the event? You are NOT required to bring a printed ticket. There are three ways to check in on race morning if you are pre-registered: you can print your ticket and bring it with you, show us your ticket displayed on your smartphone, or provide us with your name for us to check you off our list. 11. What is the refund policy? Sorry, no refunds will be offered, but all of the proceeds go to support a non-profit, family-oriented program benefiting the community. We appreciate your support! 12. Am I able to donate to the program in addition to my entry fee? Yes! Thank you for inquiring. There is a section on the event website where donations can be entered (button on the top right of the sign-up page or follow this direct link: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Charleston/BuildingHealthyCommunities5K). Thank you so much for supporting a great cause. 13. Do kids under 4 receive a free t-shirt? No, only paid registrants receive a t-shirt (and children under 4 are free). Extra t-shirts (including child sizes) will be available for sale at the event. 14. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please contact race director Janet Carter at wellnessworks@musc.edu with questions.