Swing Bridge Run
- Date Sat 1st November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Beaufort, South Carolina
- Price $43.40 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Swing Bridge Run on Saturday, November 1st, 2025, in the charming city of Beaufort! This exciting event features a USATF certified 5K run and an all-ages bridge walk that takes participants through the historic downtown area and across the beautiful Woods Memorial Bridge. As the second race in the Beaufort Triple Crown Race Series, the Swing Bridge Run promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with community spirit and friendly competition.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, there's something for everyone! With only 125 spots available, make sure to register before the October 1 cutoff to secure your place in this memorable event. The day kicks off with a Sunrise Prayer Gathering at 7:15 AM, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM for runners and 8:20 AM for walkers. Awards will be presented to the top finishers, and all participants will receive a t-shirt to commemorate the occasion. Don't miss out on the chance to support local nonprofits while enjoying a fun-filled day with family and friends in Beaufort!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, there's something for everyone! With only 125 spots available, make sure to register before the October 1 cutoff to secure your place in this memorable event. The day kicks off with a Sunrise Prayer Gathering at 7:15 AM, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM for runners and 8:20 AM for walkers. Awards will be presented to the top finishers, and all participants will receive a t-shirt to commemorate the occasion. Don't miss out on the chance to support local nonprofits while enjoying a fun-filled day with family and friends in Beaufort!
Organiser's Description
The SWING BRIDGE RUN will be on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST, 2025. Join Holy Trinity Classical Christian School in cooperation with the City of Beaufort for a 5K Run and All Ages Bridge Walk through historic downtown Beaufort and across the Woods bridge on a USATF certified 5k course.
The SWING BRIDGE RUN is the 2nd race of the BEAUFORT TRIPLE CROWN RACE SERIES. This includes the Run Forrest Run(Oct.4), Swing Bridge Run (Nov. 1) and Turkey Trot (Nov. 27). Register for the 2025 Beaufort Triple Crown Bundle (on this website) to support three local nonprofits - Beaufort Digital Corridor, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, and Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry. Participants who complete the race series will be eligible for special awards for the best combined time. ONLY 125 SPOTS AVAILABLE! Register before the Oct. 1 cutoff!
Don't like to run? Support our event by registering as a walker. Registered Walkers will not be timed and will turn around at the end of the bridge before Meridian Road. Registered Walkers will receive a t-shirt with registration. T-shirts must be picked up at packet pickup - but will not be issued a race bib.
If you can not attend but would like to support Holy Trinity, please CLICK HERE TO DONATE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Beaufort/SwingBridge5K] or CLICK HERE TO BE A SPONSOR. [https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/donor-form/?svcid=tcs&formId=2ab127a4-0ae2-481b-8d97-4b6517686362&envid=p-bNJaTWK7nUazHWkIJ8lYSQ&zone=usa]
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29TH, 2025 AT MIDNIGHT SO THAT WE CAN PRINT RACE BIDS ETC.
The race will be preceded by a SUNRISE PRAYER GATHERING at 7:15 AM under the pavilion at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park where all are invited to join. Please bring a chair or a blanket to sit on and join us as we pray for the students and families of our Beaufort community, as well as for Holy Trinity's sister school Good Shepherd Academy in South Sudan.
PLEASE CONTACT [email protected] FOR ANY SWING BRIDGE RUN QUESTIONS.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Fri, Oct. 31
RACE PACKET PICK-UP / LATE REGISTRATION TIME 1
10 AM - 5 PM
GROUNDED RUNNING [https://www.google.com/maps/dir//grounded+running/data=!4m6!4m5!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x88fc0b54e60daabd:0x874594cb131b1e09?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi5kdu3s8z6AhU3oWoFHWKoBmIQ9Rd6BAhIEAU]
* We strongly suggest that you take advantage of this opportunity to do registration, race packet, hoodie and t-shirt pickup because the race day registration table lines can get long!
* 11AM UNTIL 1PM BEAUFORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL will have their Mobile Wellnes Unit at Grounded Running
***If you do not pick up your packet until the day of the race, please note the location of packet pickup is the start/finish line of the race, NOT GROUNDED RUNNING. Ensure you arrive with plenty of time to stand in line as registration will close promptly at 7:45 AM to keep the start of the race on time.
Sat. Nov. 1
DAY OF RACE/PACKET PICK UP / LATE REGISTRATION TIME 2
7:00-7:45 AM
Start/Finish Line of Race (Bay Street between the Downtown Marina and Best Western - NOT GROUNDED RUNNING). [/1015%20Bay%20St,%20Beaufort,%20SC%2029902]
* RACE DAY REGISTRATION, race bib, hoodie and t-shirt pick-up will be available FROM 7:00AM-7:45AM at the race location in downtown Beaufort at Freedom Park
* SUNRISE PRAYER GATHERING AT 7:15 am under the pavilion at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park where all are invited to join. Please bring a chair or a blanket to sit on and join us.
* Thank you to BEAUFORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL for providing a First Aid tent at the race.
8:00 AM Sharp Race Start for runners
8:20 am: All Ages Bridge walk starts, walkers fall in behind runners.
8:45 am: Award Ceremony
T SHIRTS AND MERCHANDISE:
* To ensure the t-shirt size you desire, please register early. We cannot guarantee a t-shirt or your size preference for any participant that registers _AFTER OCTOBER 17TH_
* Swing Bridge Run Hoodies are available for purchase UNTIL OCTOBER 17TH and can be picked up Friday, November 1st from 10am until 5pm at Grounded Running or at the race on Saturday.
* Due to the size of the race. All shirts and hoodies MUST BE PICKED UP at packet pickup or on race day. ANY ITEMS NOT PICKED UP BY THE END OF THE RACE WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE FOR RE-SALE. NO EXCEPTIONS, NO REFUNDS AND NO DELIVERIES!!
Additional INFO:
* Event is dog friendly and stroller friendly - _please fall in the back of the line behind the runners_
* No bicycles please
* 5K Course: Start/finish line at Freedom Mall down Bay Street cross Woods Memorial Bridge to Lady's Island down Meridian Rd to Youmans Drive and double back on same route to Freedom Mall.
RACE DAY AWARDS
AWARDS: Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male and female runners, as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 812, 1319, 2029, 3039, 4049, 5059, 6069, and 70+. The race is open for runners and walkers of all abilities. The awards ceremony will begin immediately following the race. Virtual 5K participants are not eligible for trophy awards as they are self-timed.
Beaufort Triple Crown Race Series (BTC) runners will receive a medal charm for completing each of the three races - the Run Forrest Run, Turkey Trot, and Swing Bridge Run. Upon completion of the final race in the series, participants who competed all three races will be awarded a BTC medal on which all three medal charms can be clipped to.
The SWING BRIDGE RUN is the 2nd race of the BEAUFORT TRIPLE CROWN RACE SERIES. This includes the Run Forrest Run(Oct.4), Swing Bridge Run (Nov. 1) and Turkey Trot (Nov. 27). Register for the 2025 Beaufort Triple Crown Bundle (on this website) to support three local nonprofits - Beaufort Digital Corridor, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, and Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry. Participants who complete the race series will be eligible for special awards for the best combined time. ONLY 125 SPOTS AVAILABLE! Register before the Oct. 1 cutoff!
Don't like to run? Support our event by registering as a walker. Registered Walkers will not be timed and will turn around at the end of the bridge before Meridian Road. Registered Walkers will receive a t-shirt with registration. T-shirts must be picked up at packet pickup - but will not be issued a race bib.
If you can not attend but would like to support Holy Trinity, please CLICK HERE TO DONATE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Beaufort/SwingBridge5K] or CLICK HERE TO BE A SPONSOR. [https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/donor-form/?svcid=tcs&formId=2ab127a4-0ae2-481b-8d97-4b6517686362&envid=p-bNJaTWK7nUazHWkIJ8lYSQ&zone=usa]
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29TH, 2025 AT MIDNIGHT SO THAT WE CAN PRINT RACE BIDS ETC.
The race will be preceded by a SUNRISE PRAYER GATHERING at 7:15 AM under the pavilion at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park where all are invited to join. Please bring a chair or a blanket to sit on and join us as we pray for the students and families of our Beaufort community, as well as for Holy Trinity's sister school Good Shepherd Academy in South Sudan.
PLEASE CONTACT [email protected] FOR ANY SWING BRIDGE RUN QUESTIONS.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Fri, Oct. 31
RACE PACKET PICK-UP / LATE REGISTRATION TIME 1
10 AM - 5 PM
GROUNDED RUNNING [https://www.google.com/maps/dir//grounded+running/data=!4m6!4m5!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x88fc0b54e60daabd:0x874594cb131b1e09?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi5kdu3s8z6AhU3oWoFHWKoBmIQ9Rd6BAhIEAU]
* We strongly suggest that you take advantage of this opportunity to do registration, race packet, hoodie and t-shirt pickup because the race day registration table lines can get long!
* 11AM UNTIL 1PM BEAUFORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL will have their Mobile Wellnes Unit at Grounded Running
***If you do not pick up your packet until the day of the race, please note the location of packet pickup is the start/finish line of the race, NOT GROUNDED RUNNING. Ensure you arrive with plenty of time to stand in line as registration will close promptly at 7:45 AM to keep the start of the race on time.
Sat. Nov. 1
DAY OF RACE/PACKET PICK UP / LATE REGISTRATION TIME 2
7:00-7:45 AM
Start/Finish Line of Race (Bay Street between the Downtown Marina and Best Western - NOT GROUNDED RUNNING). [/1015%20Bay%20St,%20Beaufort,%20SC%2029902]
* RACE DAY REGISTRATION, race bib, hoodie and t-shirt pick-up will be available FROM 7:00AM-7:45AM at the race location in downtown Beaufort at Freedom Park
* SUNRISE PRAYER GATHERING AT 7:15 am under the pavilion at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park where all are invited to join. Please bring a chair or a blanket to sit on and join us.
* Thank you to BEAUFORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL for providing a First Aid tent at the race.
8:00 AM Sharp Race Start for runners
8:20 am: All Ages Bridge walk starts, walkers fall in behind runners.
8:45 am: Award Ceremony
T SHIRTS AND MERCHANDISE:
* To ensure the t-shirt size you desire, please register early. We cannot guarantee a t-shirt or your size preference for any participant that registers _AFTER OCTOBER 17TH_
* Swing Bridge Run Hoodies are available for purchase UNTIL OCTOBER 17TH and can be picked up Friday, November 1st from 10am until 5pm at Grounded Running or at the race on Saturday.
* Due to the size of the race. All shirts and hoodies MUST BE PICKED UP at packet pickup or on race day. ANY ITEMS NOT PICKED UP BY THE END OF THE RACE WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE FOR RE-SALE. NO EXCEPTIONS, NO REFUNDS AND NO DELIVERIES!!
Additional INFO:
* Event is dog friendly and stroller friendly - _please fall in the back of the line behind the runners_
* No bicycles please
* 5K Course: Start/finish line at Freedom Mall down Bay Street cross Woods Memorial Bridge to Lady's Island down Meridian Rd to Youmans Drive and double back on same route to Freedom Mall.
RACE DAY AWARDS
AWARDS: Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male and female runners, as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 812, 1319, 2029, 3039, 4049, 5059, 6069, and 70+. The race is open for runners and walkers of all abilities. The awards ceremony will begin immediately following the race. Virtual 5K participants are not eligible for trophy awards as they are self-timed.
Beaufort Triple Crown Race Series (BTC) runners will receive a medal charm for completing each of the three races - the Run Forrest Run, Turkey Trot, and Swing Bridge Run. Upon completion of the final race in the series, participants who competed all three races will be awarded a BTC medal on which all three medal charms can be clipped to.
Races
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Swing Bridge 5K Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee & 2025 Swing Bridge Run T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$48.70
Who is this for: This is a great for all ages and abilities as well as competitive runners looking for a professionally timed course. T shirt is included in registration and available with your packet pickup. Due to the size of the race. All shirts MUST BE PICKED UP at packet pickup or on race day. Any shirts not picked up by the end of the race will be made available for re-sale. NO EXCEPTIONS and NO DELIVERIES!! Traverse the Woods Bridge across the scenic Beaufort River and participate in this community run through Historic downtown Beaufort on a USATF certified 5k Course. -
All Ages Bridge Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & 2025 Swing Bridge Run T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
Who is this for: Anyone eager to enjoy the scenic Beaufort River by crossing the bridge on foot, but not interested in timing, is encouraged to participate. Great for families, and those who prefer to walk. T-SHIRT IS INCLUDED. T-shirts to be picked up Friday, October 31st between 10am-5pm at Grounded Running. Due to the size of the race. All shirts MUST BE PICKED UP at packet pickup or on race day. Any shirts not picked up by the end of the race will be made available for re-sale. NO EXCEPTIONS and NO DELIVERIES!! For the safety and consideration of runners we encourage you to join the back of the start line and stay to the right on course. Because we must clear the bridge by 9am walkers are asked to turn-around at the end of the bridge.
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