
From the Organizer
Come join us for a Twilight 5K series on Thursday nights this summer. The race will begin promptly at 6:30pm at the finish line at the track on Willson Field at The Citadel. Race nights will be June 11, 18 and 25.
The Course
This USATF certified 5K begins on the track at The Citadel, where participants will run a lap around campus, go through Summerall gate of The Citadel, run 1 lap around Hampton Park, come back through Summerall gate of The Citadel and then run another lap on campus, finishing on the track.
Parking
Parking will be available near Willson Field at The Citadel.
Day of Race Registration
Registration the day of the race will be available from 5:00-6:15pm on Willson Field at The Citadel. The fee will be $55 without a T-shirt.
Packet Pick-up
Race numbers and packets can be picked up from 5:00-6:15pm on the day of the race at Willson Field at The Citadel.
Water and Restrooms
Water stops will be available throughout the course and near the finish. Restrooms will be available near Willson Field.
Results
Results will be posted on www.timinginc.com as soon as computations are complete.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Thursday, 6/11
High
90°
Low
75°
Slight chance rain showers then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 2
Friday, 6/12
High
92°
Low
75°
Slight chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 3
Saturday, 6/13
High
91°
Low
77°
Chance showers and thunderstorms
Host City
Population
152,014
as of 2023
Elevation
-4 ft
Nearest Airport
CHS
Charleston International Airport · 8 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.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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Bulldog Breakaway Twilight 5K 2026
Jun 11, 2026