17th Annual Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon & Coastal 5K

Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

Location: Myrtle Beach, SC; Myrtle Beach Boardwalk/Ocean Blvd, 8th Avenue North and Ocean Blvd., 29577
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run a flat, fast, and scenic half marathon with ocean views, competitive awards, and a lively post-race celebration supporting local causes.

Scenic
Competitive
Festive
For a Cause

Who it's for

Masters (40+)
Women’s Race

Great for: cause-driven runners, masters runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Experience the 17th Annual Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon, featuring a truly flat and fast half marathon course. Runners will enjoy over 5.5 miles of oceanfront views, culminating in a scenic finish on the MB Boardwalk. This event offers a competitive atmosphere with cash prizes and age group awards, alongside a lively post-race celebration at Grand Strand Brewing Company. It also supports local non-profit partners, Girls on the Run Coastal South Carolina and MB Fire Cares, adding a meaningful dimension to your race day.

What to expect

Expect a flat and fast course with over 5.5 miles of oceanfront running, finishing on the MB Boardwalk.
Celebrate your achievement at the post-race party with pizza, beer/soda, and smoothies.
Receive a participant medal, long sleeve tech shirt, and cinch bag.

Standout details

Flat and fast half marathon course
Over 5.5 miles of oceanfront running
Post-race party at Grand Strand Brewing Company
Cash prizes and age group awards

Perks & features

After-Party
Awards
Food & Drink
Medal
Shirt
Stroller Friendly

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Distances & registration

4 options

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

3.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 10, 7:15 AM EDT · From $41.22
Opens Jan 3, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jan 11, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
3.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 10, 7:00 AM EDT · From $76.20
Opens Jan 3, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Aug 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
13.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 10, 7:00 AM EDT · From $65.60
Opens Jan 3, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jan 11, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

+ 1 more option

13.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 10, 7:00 AM EDT · From $76.20
Opens Jan 3, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Aug 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

The course

Flat
Timed race

From the organizer

NS PROMOS MYRTLE BEACH MINI MARATHON & COASTAL 5K Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 Half Marathon start time-7:00am Coastal 5K start time-7:15am

This amazing half marathon is a South Carolina Dream! It is truly a flat and fast course! We offer 2 race experiences along with a virtual option! Half marathon participants must adhere to a 3:20:00 time limit. Participants falling behind the time limit will be asked to move to the sidewalk and will not receive a finish time.

Animals and strollers are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Service animals as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a service animal must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes. Baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Wheelchairs, mobility aids, etc. as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a recognized device must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.

The Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon™ boasts over 5.5 miles of oceanfront running. Both races will begin along 8th Ave N and finish with an ocean view on the MB Boardwalk! We are excited to partner with Grand Strand Brewing Company for our post race celebration again this year!

Race Participants receive:

Participant Medal Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (sizes guaranteed until September 25) Cinch bag Post race snacks, water, Gatorade (finish line) Post race pizza, beer/soda, and smoothie (Grand Strand Brewing Company) *Cash Prize List for Half Marathon (will be mailed post race following results verification)

1st Place Male & Female: $700 each 2nd Place Male & Female: $500 each 3rd Place Male & Female: $400 each 4th Place Male & Female: $300 each 5th Place Male & Female: $200 each

Overall Masters Male & Female $100 each Overall Grand Masters Male & Female $100 each Fastest Local Runners Male & Female (must be resident of Horry/Georgetown county): $100 each *double dipping allowed!

*Age Groups and Awards (Awards will not be mailed) Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male/female finishers, overall masters male/female, and overall grand masters male/female finishers. Age group awards given to the top 3 within each age group.

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Click here for Packet Pickup Information

Click here for info on adding race day Packet Pickup

Click here for Awards, Medals, Post Race Party Information

Click here for Host Hotel Information

Click here for FAQs

Non-Profit Partners:

Girls on the Run Coastal South Carolina https://www.facebook.com/GirlsontheRunCoastalSouthCarolina MB Fire Cares https://www.facebook.com/MYRTLEBEACHFIRE Presenting Sponsor:

Kia of Myrtle Beach Sponsorship Opportunities Available: Email sponsors@nspromos.com for information

**For full race weekend information, please visit our website at www.runmyrtlebeach.com

Come #runMyrtleBeach with us!

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