When are most 5K races held in Myrtle Beach?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Myrtle Beach, with 3 of the 9, followed by November with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
South Carolina · 5K
5K Races in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Every upcoming 5K around Myrtle Beach, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
9 upcoming 5K races found · 6 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Myrtle Beach races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sun, Sep 20, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Myrtle Beach, SC Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $10Details Sat, Oct 10, 202617th Annual Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon & Coastal 5K Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $60Details Sat, Oct 24, 20262026 Ghost of the Coast 5K Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026SayeBrook Trick-or-Trot Halloween 5K Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Kingston Resorts Turkey Trot 5K Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 202620th Annual Myrtle Beach Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $45Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Plantation Lakes Turkey Trot Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $15Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Rockin Around Broadway Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $35Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Leprechaun Dash 5K Myrtle Beach, SCFrom $33Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Myrtle Beach
How much do Myrtle Beach 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $10 to about $60, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Myrtle Beach?
8 of the 9 5K races in Myrtle Beach already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Myrtle Beach 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 6 5K races in Myrtle Beach with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:24, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a 5K in Myrtle Beach?
Browse Myrtle Beach run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.