Okatie - Fly By 5K
- Date Sat 7th February 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Okatie, South Carolina
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to soar at the 1st Annual Okatie - Fly By 5K on Saturday, February 7th, 2026! Taking place in the charming community of Okatie, Beaufort, this exciting race is designed for everyone—from seasoned runners aiming for a new personal record to families and first-timers just looking to have fun. The event kicks off at 8:00 AM at Okatie Elementary School, with a Kiddie Fun Run (0.3 miles) for kids aged 6 and under starting at 9:00 AM, followed by the main 5K race at 9:15 AM.
Participants can look forward to a morning filled with energy, smiles, and school spirit as they navigate the course alongside friends and neighbors. With age group awards for the top finishers and a special recognition for the first overall male and female, there's plenty of incentive to get moving! Plus, enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners, walkers, and cheer squads, as this event aims to build community through healthy choices and shared experiences. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories and perhaps even start a new family tradition!
Participants can look forward to a morning filled with energy, smiles, and school spirit as they navigate the course alongside friends and neighbors. With age group awards for the top finishers and a special recognition for the first overall male and female, there's plenty of incentive to get moving! Plus, enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners, walkers, and cheer squads, as this event aims to build community through healthy choices and shared experiences. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories and perhaps even start a new family tradition!
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!
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!
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
Kids 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
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Okatie Run Club Members
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:15AM EST)
$16.90
Okatie Run Club Members only ages 6-14 -
Adults 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:15AM EST)
$32.80
Open to all over 6 years old.
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53 Cherry Point Rd, Okatie, 29909, SC, United States
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