Ribaut Run
- Date Sat 8th June 2024
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Port Royal, South Carolina
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Ribaut Run on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, in the picturesque town of Port Royal, Beaufort, South Carolina! This exciting event celebrates the 150th Anniversary of Port Royal’s incorporation and honors the legacy of French explorer Jean Ribaut, who first named the town in 1562. Participants can choose between a scenic 10k race and a fun 5k run, both starting and finishing at the beautiful Live Oaks park. Runners will enjoy a unique course that winds through tree-lined roads, historic homes, and even includes a special 1.18-mile stretch through the grounds of the Naval Hospital Beaufort, showcasing stunning views of the Beaufort River.
Don't miss out on this vibrant community event that promises a blend of history, fitness, and fun! Packet pickup is available on June 7th for those who registered online, and runners can also collect their bib numbers on race day from 7:00 to 7:30 am. Medals will be awarded to the top finishers in each category, making this not just a race, but a celebration of achievement and local heritage. Join us in commemorating this milestone and experience the beauty
Don't miss out on this vibrant community event that promises a blend of history, fitness, and fun! Packet pickup is available on June 7th for those who registered online, and runners can also collect their bib numbers on race day from 7:00 to 7:30 am. Medals will be awarded to the top finishers in each category, making this not just a race, but a celebration of achievement and local heritage. Join us in commemorating this milestone and experience the beauty
Organiser's Description
Join us on Saturday, June 8th to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the incorporation of the charming Town of Port Royal in the beautiful Lowcountry of South Carolina. The first annual Ribaut Run is named for Jean Ribaut, French explorer and ship captain who named Port Royal in 1562. Describing it as "No Fayrer Fytter Place", Ribaut's name and legacy are being honored in this run.
Start and end the race at the town's popular Live Oaks park and run along tree-lined roads to Sands beach, passing historic homes and landmarks. In celebration of the 150th, The Naval Hospital Beaufort is opening its gates for the 10k race, allowing runners to experience 1.18 miles through the hospital grounds. This includes a historic view of the Beaufort River, adjacent to Camp Saxton and the site of one of the earliest public readings of the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1 1863 at the Smith Plantation.
The race is sponsored by the Town of Port Royal and the Historic Port Royal Foundation. Grounded Running is assisting with race management and providing timing. June 8th is the rescheduled date after the original date of March 9th was cancelled due to lightning.
Packet pickup will be available at Grounded Running located at 2139 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC on Friday June 7th from 10:00am-5:00pm. If Friday is is not possible for you, then pick up will be available on Saturday morning at the Live Oaks starting line from 7:00-7:30am. NOTE: RUNNERS WHO ALREADY PICKED UP MARCH 9 PACKETS WILL STILL NEED TO PICK UP NEW BIB NUMBERS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR ONLINE REGISTRATIONS THAT OCCURRED AFTER JUNE 1ST. ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 6 AT 5PM. REGISTRATION AFTER THIS TIME CAN BE DONE IN-PERSON ON JUNE 7 AT THE GROUNDED RUNNING PACKET PICKUP LOCATION. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ON THE DAY OF THE RACE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE.
Race Day Awards: Medals/pendants will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Male and Female finishers overall and in each age group. Certificates from local merchants may also be presented to top finishers.
Start and end the race at the town's popular Live Oaks park and run along tree-lined roads to Sands beach, passing historic homes and landmarks. In celebration of the 150th, The Naval Hospital Beaufort is opening its gates for the 10k race, allowing runners to experience 1.18 miles through the hospital grounds. This includes a historic view of the Beaufort River, adjacent to Camp Saxton and the site of one of the earliest public readings of the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1 1863 at the Smith Plantation.
The race is sponsored by the Town of Port Royal and the Historic Port Royal Foundation. Grounded Running is assisting with race management and providing timing. June 8th is the rescheduled date after the original date of March 9th was cancelled due to lightning.
Packet pickup will be available at Grounded Running located at 2139 Boundary Street, Beaufort, SC on Friday June 7th from 10:00am-5:00pm. If Friday is is not possible for you, then pick up will be available on Saturday morning at the Live Oaks starting line from 7:00-7:30am. NOTE: RUNNERS WHO ALREADY PICKED UP MARCH 9 PACKETS WILL STILL NEED TO PICK UP NEW BIB NUMBERS.
PLEASE NOTE THAT T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR ONLINE REGISTRATIONS THAT OCCURRED AFTER JUNE 1ST. ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 6 AT 5PM. REGISTRATION AFTER THIS TIME CAN BE DONE IN-PERSON ON JUNE 7 AT THE GROUNDED RUNNING PACKET PICKUP LOCATION. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ON THE DAY OF THE RACE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE.
Race Day Awards: Medals/pendants will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Male and Female finishers overall and in each age group. Certificates from local merchants may also be presented to top finishers.
Races
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Ribaut Run 10K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th June 2024 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSEDCourse may include some obstructions that are not wheelchair-friendly. -
Ribaut Run 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th June 2024 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSEDThe 5K race is dog, walker and stroller friendly. Please have pets on a standard 4-6ft lead. The 5K course is USATF Certified.
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