World Famous Blue Crab 5K
- Date
- May 16, 2026
- Location
- 2250 Hwy 179, Little River, SC
- Distance
- World Famous Blue Crab 5K · Employee-World Famous Blue Crab 5K
From the Organizer
Join us May 16, 2026 for the World Famous Blue Crab 5K at the beautiful Vereen Memorial and Historical Gardens. The event will take place among the trails of the beautiful gardens and on the boardwalks over the scenic marsh in Little River, South Carolina. All race participants will receive a custom Blue Crab finisher’s medal.
Race Distance:
5K
Start Times:
8:00am
Parking:
Parking will be at Vereen Memorial Gardens at 2250 Hwy 179, Little River, SC 29566 and the Little River Medical Center at 4303 Live Oak Drive, Little River, SC 29566 (Please look for staff in blue vests aiding with parking).
Packet Pick-Up/Late Registrations:
Friday, May 15th, at the Government and Justice Center (3230 Hwy 319 E, Conway, SC 29526) from 9am-11am. Packet pick up will then move to the C.B. Berry Community Center (2250 Hwy 179, Little River 29566) for 2pm-4pm.
Saturday, May 16th beginning at 7:00am at CB Berry Community Center (2250 Hwy 179, Little River 29566).
Start and Finish:
The start and finish lines will be at gate of Vereen Memorial and Historical Gardens.
Awards:
Awards will be given in the following categories (Must be present to receive award, no mailing of awards)
Overall:
Male and Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd (5k and 10K)
Age Division Structure: (Age group awards are based on net chip time)
0 to 9
10 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 Plus
**Employees are $35 for enrollment and will be reimbursed after the race concludes.
Race Director: Michaela LeMay
Horry County Parks and Recreation
https://www.horrycountysc.gov/departments/parksandrecreation/race-series/
Lemay.Michaela@horrycountysc.gov
843-915-7869
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the World Famous Blue Crab 5K?
- World Famous Blue Crab 5K is a running event held in Little River, SC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the World Famous Blue Crab 5K?
- Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Little River, SC at 2250 Hwy 179, Little River, SC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the World Famous Blue Crab 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
World Famous Blue Crab 5K
May 16, 2026