Lace up for Love - a 5k supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
Lace up for Love - a 5k supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Charleston, SC.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (27 days to go)
- Location
- 871 Riverland Dr, Charleston, SC
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Lace up and join us for our third Annual Lace up for Love 5K on October 3, 2026, at James Island County Park in Charleston! This community race welcomes runners, joggers, and walkers to enjoy a scenic 5K course while making a real difference.
All proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston, which provides a “home-away-from-home” for families with children receiving medical treatment. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston offers warm meals, comfortable rooms, and a supportive community so families can stay close to their child’s hospital when it matters most.
The race begins at 9:00 AM, and every stride helps give families strength, comfort, and hope. Register by September 25, 2026, to guarantee your official race shirt and packet.
Come out, move with purpose, and lace up for love because every mile keeps families close!
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
79°
Typical Low
68°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Charleston City, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Charleston, SC
Population
152,014
as of 2023
City 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
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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27
Days to train
- Race
- Lace up for Love - a 5k supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 871 Riverland Dr, Charleston, SC
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Lace up for Love - a 5k supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston
Oct 3, 2026