Charleston Distance Run

What are the 2026 Entry Fees and Deadlines?

15-Mile Race

• $45 — Received by February 28, 2026
• $60 — Received by June 30, 2026
• $80 — Received by August 15, 2026
• $90 — Received by September 3, 2026
• $95 — In-person Registration on September 4, 2026

 15-Mile 3-Person Relay (Per Person)

• $30 — Received by February 28, 2026
• $40 — Received by June 30, 2026
• $45 — Received by August 15, 2026
• $50 — Received by September 3, 2026
• $55 — In-person Registration on September 4, 2026

5K Run/Walk 

• $25 — Received by February 28, 2026
  $35 — Received by June 30, 2026
  $40 — Received by August 15, 2026
  $45 — Received by September 3, 2026
  $50 — In-person Registration on September 4, 2026

Military & First Responders

The Charleston Distance Run offers a 50% discount for the selected event to active duty military, veterans, and first responders. Does not include family members. Email military ID to treasurer@charlestondistancerun.com to receive the discount.

Can I register on race day?

No. Registration closes at 8 p.m. the night before the race.  Registered participants may pick up BIBS ONLY on race day from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 a.m. at the corner of Kanawha Blvd. and California St. (near the start line).

How do I register?

1. Register online. Click "Sign Up" on this page.
2. Mail an application along with payment by check. Mailed entries must be received by 10:00 a.m., local time, August 22, 2026. Email treasurer@charlestondistancerun.com for an application.
3. Register in person at packet pickup on September 4, 2026.

I am Active Military, Veteran or First Responder, do I get a special rate?

Yes! The Charleston Distance Run Committee offers a 50% discount for the selected event to active duty, reservists, veterans and first responders. Email military ID to treasurer@charlestondistancerun.com to receive the special rate. 

How do I know if I am registered?

Click Find a Participant from the menu on this page. If you registered by mail, please allow us approximately five to seven days to post your name on the Participant List. We will not send out confirmation cards by mail.

When is the latest I can register?

• Online registrations must be completed by noon on September 4, 2026
• Mailed applications must be received by August 22, 2026
• Registrations can be made in person during packet pick-up on September 4, 2026
• There is no race-day registration

If I cannot participate, can I get a refund or deferral?

No. Entry fees are non-refundable, and entries cannot be transferred to another year. No exceptions. This means, once we have received your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate.

Can I transfer my registration to someone else?

Yes. You must get the transfer approval by August 22, 2026 (2 weeks before the race). You must e-mail your request for a transfer to treasurer@charlestondistancerun.com. You will receive instructions for completing the transfer.

Once I am registered, can I switch races?

Yes. Please send an email to treasurer@charlestondistancerun.com and let us know what changes to make to your registration. If you are switching from the 5K to the 15-mile, you must pay the difference in registration fees, but there is no refund for switching from the 15-mile to the 5K. Changes may also be made at packet pick-up on September 4, 2026.

What do I get for my entry fee?

A ticket to a pre-race pasta dinner that is held on Friday evening. (Friends and family are welcome to join the fun. Tickets will be available at packet pick-up.) Racers compete for cash prizes, bragging rights and the satisfaction of completing a uniquely challenging race! Participants will receive a special goody bag and a short sleeve CDR race t-shirt. Runners and walkers who finish the race will receive a finisher’s medal. We will have sports drinks, water and plenty of pizza at the Laidley Field finish line.

How do I get my race packet?

Race packets may be picked up:

• Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
• Time: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Location: TBD

If you cannot pick up your packet, someone else can pick it up for you; we may require identification.

If you (or your designee) cannot pick up your packet during Friday’s packet pick-up, you will forfeit your race packet including the race T-shirt and any race-provided swag. These items will revert to the ownership of the CDR. We are not able to mail race packets.

Registered participants may pick up BIBS ONLY on race day from 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 a.m. near the start line at the corner of Kanawha Blvd. and California St.

How do I pick up special items I’ve ordered?

All shirts, jackets and other swag you purchase in addition to your race registration will be available for pick up during packet pick-up on Friday from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. All special order / add-on shirts, jackets and other swag that are not claimed during packet pick-up will revert to the ownership of the CDR and may be sold on race day or after. CDR will not mail these items or arrange other pick up after packet pick-up ends on Friday at 8 p.m. There will be no refunds.