Okatie - Fly By 5K
- Date Sat 7th February 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Okatie, South Carolina
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Okatie - Fly By 5K on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, in the charming community of Okatie, Beaufort! This exciting event promises to be a day filled with fun, fitness, and family spirit, making it the perfect outing for everyone, from seasoned runners to first-timers eager to hit the pavement. The race kicks off at 9:15 AM at Okatie Elementary School, located at 53 Cherry Point Road, Bluffton, SC.
Participants can look forward to a lively morning, complete with a Kiddie Fun Run for the little ones (0.3 miles, no registration required for ages 6 and under) and the main race, which features awards for the top finishers across various age groups. With a focus on community building and health, the Okatie - Fly By 5K is set to become a beloved tradition for years to come. Don’t miss your chance to join in the excitement—register before January 22nd to secure your race shirt and be part of this exhilarating event!
Participants can look forward to a lively morning, complete with a Kiddie Fun Run for the little ones (0.3 miles, no registration required for ages 6 and under) and the main race, which features awards for the top finishers across various age groups. With a focus on community building and health, the Okatie - Fly By 5K is set to become a beloved tradition for years to come. Don’t miss your chance to join in the excitement—register before January 22nd to secure your race shirt and be part of this exhilarating event!
Organiser's Description
Ready, Set, Fly! male sign
Were thrilled to announce the 1st Annual Okatie - Fly By 5K, soaring into action this February 7th 2026!
This community race is all about fun, fitness, and family. Whether youre a competitive runner chasing a PR or lacing up for your very first 5K, everyones invited to join the flock!
Our mission is to offer an affordable, feel-good event that brings together students, families, and neighborsbuilding community through healthy choices and a whole lot of fun.
Start & Finish: Okatie Elementary School, 53 Cherry Point Road, Bluffton, SC
Runners, walkers, strollers, and cheer squad's welcome!
Come join us for a morning full of energy, smiles, and school spiritlets make the Okatie Fly By 5K a Bluffton tradition that takes off year after year!
Race shirts included to all pre-registered participants before January 22nd.
Saturday February 7th, 2026
8:00 AM Packet Pick Up and Check In
9:00AM - Kiddie Fun Run (0.3 miles) No Registration Required but encouraged. ONLY for Ages 6 & under
9:15AM Fly - By 5K REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Age group medal ceremony following end of the race.
1st place Overall Male and Female.
Top 3 Male and Female in each age group.
Age groups: 6 and under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ and we will award first overall male and female & first overall Okatie Elementary Male and Female. (Plus a stroller division).
Early Packet Pick up
Friday February 6th, from 3:15PM-5:15PM we will have early Race Packet Pick Up at Okatie Elementary in front of the school. Please be mindful school dismissal is at 2:45PM and you will need to park in the parking lot and walk across the front crosswalk to pick up race packets. Registered participants may pick up their bibs and t-shirts during this time or pick up between 8-9 on Saturday morning. There is no RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
RACE SHIRTS INCLUDED TO ALL PRE-REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS BEFORE JANUARY 22ND..
Were thrilled to announce the 1st Annual Okatie - Fly By 5K, soaring into action this February 7th 2026!
This community race is all about fun, fitness, and family. Whether youre a competitive runner chasing a PR or lacing up for your very first 5K, everyones invited to join the flock!
Our mission is to offer an affordable, feel-good event that brings together students, families, and neighborsbuilding community through healthy choices and a whole lot of fun.
Start & Finish: Okatie Elementary School, 53 Cherry Point Road, Bluffton, SC
Runners, walkers, strollers, and cheer squad's welcome!
Come join us for a morning full of energy, smiles, and school spiritlets make the Okatie Fly By 5K a Bluffton tradition that takes off year after year!
Race shirts included to all pre-registered participants before January 22nd.
Saturday February 7th, 2026
8:00 AM Packet Pick Up and Check In
9:00AM - Kiddie Fun Run (0.3 miles) No Registration Required but encouraged. ONLY for Ages 6 & under
9:15AM Fly - By 5K REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Age group medal ceremony following end of the race.
1st place Overall Male and Female.
Top 3 Male and Female in each age group.
Age groups: 6 and under, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ and we will award first overall male and female & first overall Okatie Elementary Male and Female. (Plus a stroller division).
Early Packet Pick up
Friday February 6th, from 3:15PM-5:15PM we will have early Race Packet Pick Up at Okatie Elementary in front of the school. Please be mindful school dismissal is at 2:45PM and you will need to park in the parking lot and walk across the front crosswalk to pick up race packets. Registered participants may pick up their bibs and t-shirts during this time or pick up between 8-9 on Saturday morning. There is no RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
RACE SHIRTS INCLUDED TO ALL PRE-REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS BEFORE JANUARY 22ND..
Races
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Kids Fun Run, Ages 6 and Under FREE
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
Free
CLOSEDKids 6 and under 1/4-mile Fun Run. Parents are allowed to run with their child. This is a Free event. Unfortunately, shirts are not included. -
Students Ages 5-18
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:15AM EST)
$16.90
CLOSED -
Okatie Run Club Members
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:15AM EST)
$16.90
CLOSEDOkatie Run Club Members only ages 6-14 -
Adults 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:15AM EST)
$38.10
CLOSEDOpen to all over 6 years old.
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