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Cats Me If You Can 5k Run/Walk.

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location
Hilton Head Island, SC
Mitchelville Freedom Park, 229 Beach City Rd., 29926
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run for a cause with feline flair at this charming 5K, featuring a scenic course, cat-themed fun, and an after-party on Hilton Head Island.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the 'Cats Me If You Can' 5K Run/Walk on Hilton Head Island, a delightful event supporting All About Cats. This unique course begins at Mitchellville Freedom Park, winds through peaceful roads to Fish Haul Beach, and finishes on a special "Cat Walk." Expect a fun, cat-themed experience with human-sized "Pet-Purr-Ratzi" at the finish line, an after-race party, and a chance to meet feline friends. All proceeds directly benefit a local cat care organization.

What to expect

  • Enjoy a flat 5K course starting at Mitchellville Freedom Park, traversing peaceful roads, and reaching Fish Haul Beach.
  • Finish on a "Red Carpet Cat Walk" with "Pet-Purr-Ratzi" and receive a finisher premium.
  • Celebrate at an after-race party where you can meet real feline friends and learn about All About Cats.

Standout details

  • Red Carpet "Cat Walk" finish
  • Meet and greet with feline friends
  • Supports All About Cats - Hilton Head
  • Scenic course to Fish Haul Beach

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM EDT · From $54.00

    Opens Dec 31, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 23, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

The course

  • Flat
  • Walkers welcome

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

5K distance, flat area, typically mild weather

  • Warm season

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

Come run with the kitties in purr-fectly delightful April 25th temperatures at the All About Cat’s – Cats Me If You Can 5k Run/Walk.

The course starts in historic Mitchellville Freedom Park, heads out to beautiful Fish Haul Beach, traverses the peaceful back roads of the islands north end and finishes on the Red Carpet “Cat Walk” near the All About Cats Sanctuary. There you’ll be greeted with human size Pet-Purr-Ratzi who will hand you your finisher reward!  Runners and walkers alike are welcome.

There’ll be an after-race party, and you’ll have a chance to meet and greet with real life feline friends and explore the good work that All About Cats does.

Registration is $35 with swag including a stylish t-shirt with the event logo and all who complete the race receive a lanyard with finisher premium.

Awards await the top male and female finishers overall and in each age group. Please note there is no same-day registration.

Virtual option. Runners will receive the t-shirt and finisher premium, with an additional $15 covering shipping and handling. We will mail out the items within 7-10 days after the race, allowing participants to complete the run at their convenience.

Packet Pick Up (t-shirt and race bib) will be held at Palmetto Running Company in the Shelter Cove Town Centre, on April 24th from 4-6PM.

Late pick up is on Saturday at the race from 7:00-7:45AM.

Race Day Information: Mitchelville Freedom Park 228 Beach City Rd, HHI 29926. Start time 8:00AM sharp. Please arrive early. Parking available on site.

All proceeds and donations go to benefit All About Cats - Hilton Head Island, a 100% volunteer-based 501c3 organization committed to providing care for cats in the South Carolina Lowcountry.

Parking available onsite.

For information on sponsoring this great community event, visit the All About Cats - Cats Me If You Can 5k race.

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