Dr. Ronald E. McNair Memorial 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Lake City, South Carolina
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Dr. Ronald E. McNair Memorial 5K Run/Walk, happening on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the vibrant community of Lake City, Florence. This annual event is dedicated to promoting health and physical fitness for all ages, featuring a variety of race distances to accommodate everyone. Participants can join the half-mile Kids Run for children 12 and under, take part in a 1-mile fun walk, or challenge themselves in the main event, the 5K run.
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM with an opening ceremony, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:15 AM and the 5K at 8:30 AM. The scenic course winds through the charming streets of Lake City and promises a lively atmosphere. In addition to the races, attendees can benefit from a free health fair offering health screenings, vaccinations, and valuable health-related information. With awards for top finishers, including trophies for the 5K and Kids Run, this event is not just about competition but also about community spirit and wellness. Join us for a fantastic day of running, walking, and celebrating health on October 18th!
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM with an opening ceremony, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:15 AM and the 5K at 8:30 AM. The scenic course winds through the charming streets of Lake City and promises a lively atmosphere. In addition to the races, attendees can benefit from a free health fair offering health screenings, vaccinations, and valuable health-related information. With awards for top finishers, including trophies for the 5K and Kids Run, this event is not just about competition but also about community spirit and wellness. Join us for a fantastic day of running, walking, and celebrating health on October 18th!
Organiser's Description
The McNair 5K event is an annual event sponsored by the Ron McNair Committee, Lake City, SC. Our mission is to promote health and physical fitness for all ages. Our format and schedule includes a half mile Kids run, for the kids 12 and under, a 1 mile fun walk, and the 5K run (main event). Trophies and awards will be given to winners in the 5K Event and the Kids run. The race course makes use of the city streets of Lake City, and will be available on the website for the Ronald McNair Committee.
In addition to the races. we will also host a free health fair with health screenings, vaccinations, and other health related information/kits for distribution will be available.
DR. RONALD E. MCNAIR MEMORIAL 5K
Date: October 19, 2024
Race Schedule : 8:00 am Opening Ceremony, 8:15am Kids Fun Run, 8:30am 5K
Location: 235 East Main Street Lake City, SC
Proceeds go to: (Ron McNair Committee)
5K COURSE MAP: See Attached
SHIRTS:
Shirts can be picked up on the day preceding the race ( 6:00 8:00 pm ) and the morning of the race. No guarantee of sizes on the day of race registrations.
SHIRT SIZES: (YOUTH MEDIUM ADULT 3X)
Adult Small 3X
Youth- Child mediium Child large
5K AWARDS: (OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)
Top 3 Overall Male & Top 3 Overall Female
Top 2 Male & Top 2 Female finishers in each age group
5K AGE GROUPS (TOP TWO MALE AND TOP TWO FEMALES IN EACH AGE GROUP):
19 & Under (20-29) (30-39) (40-49) (50-59) (60+)
KIDS RACE 1/2 MILE AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Male & Top 3 Overall Female
5K FEES:
Early Registration Price (Before October 18th -- $15 youth under 18, $25 Adults 18 and older)
Late Registration Price (October 19th and later -- $20 youth under 18, $30 Adults 18 and older)
Day of Race Price (Same as late registration)
PACKET PICKUP LOCATION AND TIME:
McNair Life History Center
235 East Main Street
Lake City, SC 29560
Time of packet pickup (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday and morning of the race)
EVENT SPECIAL NOTES:
Strollers are welcome at this event
People are welcome to listen to music while running
Pets on a leash are welcome at the event.
We share parking with the public library. No parking in identified reserved spaces.
There are no age restrictions on this event.
LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE: Coming soon!
RACE DIRECTOR:
Anthony Wilson
[email protected]
980-205-3759
In addition to the races. we will also host a free health fair with health screenings, vaccinations, and other health related information/kits for distribution will be available.
DR. RONALD E. MCNAIR MEMORIAL 5K
Date: October 19, 2024
Race Schedule : 8:00 am Opening Ceremony, 8:15am Kids Fun Run, 8:30am 5K
Location: 235 East Main Street Lake City, SC
Proceeds go to: (Ron McNair Committee)
5K COURSE MAP: See Attached
SHIRTS:
Shirts can be picked up on the day preceding the race ( 6:00 8:00 pm ) and the morning of the race. No guarantee of sizes on the day of race registrations.
SHIRT SIZES: (YOUTH MEDIUM ADULT 3X)
Adult Small 3X
Youth- Child mediium Child large
5K AWARDS: (OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)
Top 3 Overall Male & Top 3 Overall Female
Top 2 Male & Top 2 Female finishers in each age group
5K AGE GROUPS (TOP TWO MALE AND TOP TWO FEMALES IN EACH AGE GROUP):
19 & Under (20-29) (30-39) (40-49) (50-59) (60+)
KIDS RACE 1/2 MILE AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Male & Top 3 Overall Female
5K FEES:
Early Registration Price (Before October 18th -- $15 youth under 18, $25 Adults 18 and older)
Late Registration Price (October 19th and later -- $20 youth under 18, $30 Adults 18 and older)
Day of Race Price (Same as late registration)
PACKET PICKUP LOCATION AND TIME:
McNair Life History Center
235 East Main Street
Lake City, SC 29560
Time of packet pickup (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday and morning of the race)
EVENT SPECIAL NOTES:
Strollers are welcome at this event
People are welcome to listen to music while running
Pets on a leash are welcome at the event.
We share parking with the public library. No parking in identified reserved spaces.
There are no age restrictions on this event.
LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE: Coming soon!
RACE DIRECTOR:
Anthony Wilson
[email protected]
980-205-3759
Races
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5k Dr. Ronald E. McNair Memorial
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Dr. Ronald E. McNair Memorial 5K Run/Walk
