27TH Annual
27th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK
27th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK is a running race on August 15, 2026 in Summerville, SC, with entry fees from $10 to $35.
- Date
- August 15, 2026 (23 days to go)
- Location
- 206 Central Ave, Summerville, SC
- Price
- $10–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The race is set for Saturday, August 15 in Downtown Summerville. The ARK provides comprehensive support services to families living with Alzheimer’s or related dementia.
This race includes a 5K run/walk and 1-mile fun run – both races begin and end at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 206 Central Avenue in Summerville. The USATF-certified course winds through historic downtown Summerville. The 5K begins at 7:45 a.m. and the 1-mile fun run kicks off at 9:00 a.m. Awards begins at 9:30 a.m. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female winners as well as in several age groups. Plus, $100 will awarded to the first male and female to break the course records (15:40 male and 17:51 female).
Age Groups (top 3 M/F): 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54. 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & over
ON-SITE REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK UP:
Noon to 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14 at The ARK House located at 502 W. 5th North St. Summerville, SC 29483
6:30 to 7:30 a.m. on site race day at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 206 Central Ave, Summerville, SC 29483.
During packet pickup and on race day, registration for the 5K is $40. For the 1-mile fun run, it’s $15 or $35 for a family of four (without T-shirts).
The ARK is offering ONE free beer to runners who show their race bib AND a valid 21+ ID!*
● The race/walk starts and ends at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 206 Central Avenue in Summerville.
● There are three water stations and the course is certified (SC23001BW).
This is a RAIN or SHINE event. No refunds.
How to Register For more information or to register call The ARK at 843-471-1360 or info@thearkofsc.org
● Deadline – August 1, 2026 for inclusion on T-shirt - No Exceptions!
● Online registration -- Be sure to have ALL your participants' information handy!
*A valid drivers license age 21+ must be shown to be served alcohol in accordance with local and state law. No ID = No beer. Non-alcoholic options will be available.
>>>> Leadership Dorchester is hosting a Carbs for a Cause event sponsored by Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina! For $15 per plate, you can get a pasta dish, side of bread, cookie and a drink. Pick up for the past night will be at Packet Pick Up for the Race For The ARK on Friday, August 14 from 4 PM - 6 PM. Pre-order your pasta here: givebutter.com/LD26CarbNight
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Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
90°
Typical Low
71°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Summerville 4w, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Summerville, SC
Population
51,262
as of 2023
City Elevation
63 ft
Nearest Airport
CHS
Charleston International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- 27th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Location
- 206 Central Ave, Summerville, SC
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27th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK
Aug 15, 2026