Ville to Ville Coastal Relay
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 5:00AM EDT
- Location Summerville, South Carolina
- Price Free - $316.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the inaugural Ville to Ville Coastal Relay on Saturday, October 17, 2026! This exciting new one-day team running relay will take place in the stunning Lowcountry, starting in Summerville, SC, and winding its way through the picturesque landscapes of historic Charleston before finishing in Mount Pleasant. Covering approximately 70 miles, teams of three to six runners will tackle 12 relay legs, with each leg totaling 39 miles, while being supported by their own race vehicle. The first wave of teams will set off at 5:00 AM, ensuring a full day of adventure and camaraderie.
As you race through barrier islands and marshlands, be sure to embrace this year’s fun theme of "Family Vacations," allowing teams to dress up and decorate their vans in celebration of cherished road trip memories. After crossing the finish line at the Lawn at Ferry Wharf between 3 PM and 7 PM, participants can unwind and celebrate with live music, delicious food, and refreshing beverages. With the event already at 65% capacity, don’t miss your chance to register and secure your spot in this unforgettable relay that promises a perfect blend of competition and community spirit!
As you race through barrier islands and marshlands, be sure to embrace this year’s fun theme of "Family Vacations," allowing teams to dress up and decorate their vans in celebration of cherished road trip memories. After crossing the finish line at the Lawn at Ferry Wharf between 3 PM and 7 PM, participants can unwind and celebrate with live music, delicious food, and refreshing beverages. With the event already at 65% capacity, don’t miss your chance to register and secure your spot in this unforgettable relay that promises a perfect blend of competition and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
VILLE TO VILLE IS GOING COASTAL! AFTER EIGHT YEARS OF RUNNING IN THE UPSTATE & WESTERN NC, WE ARE ADDING A NEW ONE-DAY TEAM RUNNING RELAY IN THE LOWCOUNTRY!
JAN. 26 UPDATE: THE EVENT IS ALREADY AT 65% CAPACITY FOR THE FIRST YEAR. REGISTER SOON WITH A DEPOSIT TO HOLD YOUR TEAM'S SPOT!
The Ville to Ville Coastal Relay celebrates the South Carolina Lowcountry, spanning roughly 70 miles from Summerville to Mount Pleasant. Teams will wind through historic Charleston, barrier islands, and marshland before finishing with a scenic view of the Cooper River.
The inaugural Ville to Ville Coastal Relay kicks off on OCTOBER 17, 2026. The first wave of teams will depart from Summerville, SC, at 5:00 am, with additional flights scheduled throughout the morning to begin their journey across the Lowcountry.
Each team of THREE TO SIX RUNNERS will complete 12 relay legs, spanning 39 miles each, and will be supported by their own race vehicle, which will shuttle runners to and from designated transition points along the course.
By late afternoon, teams will cross the finish line in Mount Pleasant at the Lawn at Ferry Wharf between 3-7 pm, where the celebration begins, complete with live music, food, and refreshing brews to toast the days adventure.
TEAM PAYMENTS
All teams will be required to pay a $300 deposit during their initial registration and may choose to pay the full $775 fee. Teams that only pay the deposit must pay the remaining team fee ($475) by midnight on August 15, 2026. Teams with unpaid fees as of August 16, 2026, will forfeit their spot in the race and their non-refundable deposit. Team rosters should be finalized by September 8, 2026. A 5.5% processing fee applies to all online payments.
RACE THEME - FAMILY VACATIONS
Get ready to hit the road! This years relay theme is Family Vacations! Think beach weeks, road trips, matching tees, packed coolers, and classic stops along the way. Dress up, decorate those vans, and bring your favorite vacation memories to life out on the course!
PACKET PICKUP & WELCOME RECEPTION
Friday, October 16, 2026 - Holy City Brewing, North Charleston, 3-7 pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 - Starting Line
*Only captains or a team representative are required to attend the packet pickup event, but all participants are welcome to attend.
AGE REQUIREMENTS
All runners must be 21 or older to participate in the Ville to Ville Coastal Relay.
TEAM NAME
Be creative, but keep it classy. Your team name will appear in lots of public places, so make sure it would make your mother proud. You will submit your team name during registration, but you can change it until September 8, 2026.
TEAM CATEGORIES
Open Co-ed (minimum of 2 females)
Open (all-male team or all males plus 1 female)
Open Female (all females)
Masters (all-male team or all males plus 1 female, all members 40+)
Masters Female (all females, all members 40+)
Masters Co-ed (minimum of 2 females, all members 40+)
_*Team categories will be chosen during registration, but they can be changed until race weekend. Team sizes can be from 3-6 team members. _
TEAM CAPTAIN
Each team will have a team captain (we will initially use the name and contact info of the person registering). We will provide regular race information and updates to the team captain on our Captain Resources page and in monthly email newsletters. Team Captains can be transferred to another person at any point. Existing captains should email [email protected] and Cc the new captain if they request a change of captain.
TEAM PACE
To make it to the post-race party in one day, the team must maintain a pace of 11:30 minutes per mile or less. This doesnt mean everyone on the team has to run at this pace, but it does mean that if you have slower team members, you will need faster ones to keep your team on track.
The team captain will estimate the team's pace when registering. Additionally, each runner will provide a 10K pace estimate when joining the team. Final team pace estimates will be due on September 8, 2026. Visit our team resources page to access our pace calculator, which can help with your estimation.
CANCELLATION & WEATHER
This is a rain-or-shine event. The race director reserves the right to modify the course or event due to inclement weather or state restrictions.
JAN. 26 UPDATE: THE EVENT IS ALREADY AT 65% CAPACITY FOR THE FIRST YEAR. REGISTER SOON WITH A DEPOSIT TO HOLD YOUR TEAM'S SPOT!
The Ville to Ville Coastal Relay celebrates the South Carolina Lowcountry, spanning roughly 70 miles from Summerville to Mount Pleasant. Teams will wind through historic Charleston, barrier islands, and marshland before finishing with a scenic view of the Cooper River.
The inaugural Ville to Ville Coastal Relay kicks off on OCTOBER 17, 2026. The first wave of teams will depart from Summerville, SC, at 5:00 am, with additional flights scheduled throughout the morning to begin their journey across the Lowcountry.
Each team of THREE TO SIX RUNNERS will complete 12 relay legs, spanning 39 miles each, and will be supported by their own race vehicle, which will shuttle runners to and from designated transition points along the course.
By late afternoon, teams will cross the finish line in Mount Pleasant at the Lawn at Ferry Wharf between 3-7 pm, where the celebration begins, complete with live music, food, and refreshing brews to toast the days adventure.
TEAM PAYMENTS
All teams will be required to pay a $300 deposit during their initial registration and may choose to pay the full $775 fee. Teams that only pay the deposit must pay the remaining team fee ($475) by midnight on August 15, 2026. Teams with unpaid fees as of August 16, 2026, will forfeit their spot in the race and their non-refundable deposit. Team rosters should be finalized by September 8, 2026. A 5.5% processing fee applies to all online payments.
RACE THEME - FAMILY VACATIONS
Get ready to hit the road! This years relay theme is Family Vacations! Think beach weeks, road trips, matching tees, packed coolers, and classic stops along the way. Dress up, decorate those vans, and bring your favorite vacation memories to life out on the course!
PACKET PICKUP & WELCOME RECEPTION
Friday, October 16, 2026 - Holy City Brewing, North Charleston, 3-7 pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026 - Starting Line
*Only captains or a team representative are required to attend the packet pickup event, but all participants are welcome to attend.
AGE REQUIREMENTS
All runners must be 21 or older to participate in the Ville to Ville Coastal Relay.
TEAM NAME
Be creative, but keep it classy. Your team name will appear in lots of public places, so make sure it would make your mother proud. You will submit your team name during registration, but you can change it until September 8, 2026.
TEAM CATEGORIES
Open Co-ed (minimum of 2 females)
Open (all-male team or all males plus 1 female)
Open Female (all females)
Masters (all-male team or all males plus 1 female, all members 40+)
Masters Female (all females, all members 40+)
Masters Co-ed (minimum of 2 females, all members 40+)
_*Team categories will be chosen during registration, but they can be changed until race weekend. Team sizes can be from 3-6 team members. _
TEAM CAPTAIN
Each team will have a team captain (we will initially use the name and contact info of the person registering). We will provide regular race information and updates to the team captain on our Captain Resources page and in monthly email newsletters. Team Captains can be transferred to another person at any point. Existing captains should email [email protected] and Cc the new captain if they request a change of captain.
TEAM PACE
To make it to the post-race party in one day, the team must maintain a pace of 11:30 minutes per mile or less. This doesnt mean everyone on the team has to run at this pace, but it does mean that if you have slower team members, you will need faster ones to keep your team on track.
The team captain will estimate the team's pace when registering. Additionally, each runner will provide a 10K pace estimate when joining the team. Final team pace estimates will be due on September 8, 2026. Visit our team resources page to access our pace calculator, which can help with your estimation.
CANCELLATION & WEATHER
This is a rain-or-shine event. The race director reserves the right to modify the course or event due to inclement weather or state restrictions.
Races
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Team Captain Registration
Incl. $16.00 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex)
Sat 17th October 2026 (5:00AM EDT)
$316.00
Registration for Team Captains Only. A $300 deposit is due at registration. The total payment is $775 per team. A balance payment of $475 is due on August 15, 2026. -
Team Member Registration
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (5:00AM EDT)
Free
This is for team members joining a registered team only. The team password from your team captain is required to join. -
Waiting List
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 17th October 2026 (5:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 31 MARThis is an entry to the Waiting List. If registered teams drop out or capacity increases, you may be able to secure a relay team spot for 2026. Only one person per team should join the waiting list.
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