May Day 5K
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Bluffton, South Carolina
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Get ready for a vibrant celebration at the May Day 5K on Saturday, May 16th, 2026, in the charming town of Bluffton, Beaufort! This exhilarating event invites runners, walkers, and families to lace up their shoes and enjoy a scenic race through the Historic Old Town Bluffton, with a breathtaking route along the picturesque May River. With a registration fee of just $35 (increasing after May 1st), participants will not only receive a guaranteed T-shirt if they register early, but also have the chance to win fabulous prizes, including gift cards for the top overall male and female finishers and medals for the top three finishers in each age division.
The May Day 5K is a fantastic opportunity for all ages and abilities, with strollers and dogs welcome to join in on the fun! Don’t miss the chance to kick off your weekend in a spirited way while supporting community initiatives aimed at promoting youth health and wellness. Join us for this fun-filled event that unites fitness, family, and a sense of community. Grab your friends and family, and be part of a wonderful day dedicated to making a difference, one step at a time!
The May Day 5K is a fantastic opportunity for all ages and abilities, with strollers and dogs welcome to join in on the fun! Don’t miss the chance to kick off your weekend in a spirited way while supporting community initiatives aimed at promoting youth health and wellness. Join us for this fun-filled event that unites fitness, family, and a sense of community. Grab your friends and family, and be part of a wonderful day dedicated to making a difference, one step at a time!
Organiser's Description
Celebrate May Day with the May Day 5K!
Lace up your running shoes and kick off the weekend with a scenic race through Historic Old Town Bluffton. Whether youre a seasoned runner, casual walker, or simply looking for a fun activity with family and friends, this event is for you! The course winds through beautiful Old Town Bluffton and along the picturesque May River.
Strollers welcome. Dogs encouraged. Fun for all ages!
female sign Race Details
Registration Fee: $35 (Prices increase after May 1st)
T-shirts: Guaranteed for the first 225 registrants
Awards & Prizes:
Top overall male & female finishers receive PRC gift cards
Medals awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age division
Top 3 fastest dogs also earn medals!
Packet Pickup & Race Day Info
Friday, May 15th (Late Registration & Packet Pickup):
Palmetto Running Company (25 Minetta Lane, Bluffton) | 4:00 6:00 PM
Race Day Packet Pickup (No Same-Day Registration!):
Martin Family Park | 7:00 7:45 AM
Dont miss this festive race with fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Why We Run
Join us in making a differenceone step at a time!
The monies raised through our 5K will fund future projects and programs within the community to read about a few of our past LACHY projects click (HERE [https://www.lcahealthyyouth.com/success-stories-1]). One program we particularly wish to be able to fund and like to highlight is the annual award for an outstanding senior(s) of Teens for Healthy Youth (THY). THY is LCAHYs youth coalition and is dedicated to promoting positive teen health through peer-to-peer education, leadership, and service. LCAHY currently has THY programs at Bluffton High, Cross Schools, Hilton Head Christian Academy, Hilton Head High and May River High School. We look forward to partnering with you as we strive to unite our community to invest in the health & wellness of our youth through education, community service, and the promotion of positive choices!
Lace up your running shoes and kick off the weekend with a scenic race through Historic Old Town Bluffton. Whether youre a seasoned runner, casual walker, or simply looking for a fun activity with family and friends, this event is for you! The course winds through beautiful Old Town Bluffton and along the picturesque May River.
Strollers welcome. Dogs encouraged. Fun for all ages!
female sign Race Details
Registration Fee: $35 (Prices increase after May 1st)
T-shirts: Guaranteed for the first 225 registrants
Awards & Prizes:
Top overall male & female finishers receive PRC gift cards
Medals awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age division
Top 3 fastest dogs also earn medals!
Packet Pickup & Race Day Info
Friday, May 15th (Late Registration & Packet Pickup):
Palmetto Running Company (25 Minetta Lane, Bluffton) | 4:00 6:00 PM
Race Day Packet Pickup (No Same-Day Registration!):
Martin Family Park | 7:00 7:45 AM
Dont miss this festive race with fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Why We Run
Join us in making a differenceone step at a time!
The monies raised through our 5K will fund future projects and programs within the community to read about a few of our past LACHY projects click (HERE [https://www.lcahealthyyouth.com/success-stories-1]). One program we particularly wish to be able to fund and like to highlight is the annual award for an outstanding senior(s) of Teens for Healthy Youth (THY). THY is LCAHYs youth coalition and is dedicated to promoting positive teen health through peer-to-peer education, leadership, and service. LCAHY currently has THY programs at Bluffton High, Cross Schools, Hilton Head Christian Academy, Hilton Head High and May River High School. We look forward to partnering with you as we strive to unite our community to invest in the health & wellness of our youth through education, community service, and the promotion of positive choices!
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