
Olde York 5K Run/Walk is a running race on October 23, 2026 in York, SC, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
Fall is almost here and we have an exciting race planned with refreshments, costumes, and music ALL in support of our YMCA’s First Thursday Club, a social group for special needs adults in York & Lancaster Counties! ALL Proceeds from this Run/Walk will provide activities, outings, trips, & parties at no cost to the club member.
Whether you want to run a 5K or participate in the 1.5 mile walk-a-thon, this is the event for you! Dress in your favorite scary costume and have a spooky run through some of the most ghostly historical areas of Olde York.
Early registration is $30 (Walk is $25) and includes an event t-shirt. Day of registration will be accepted but the price will increase. The event will begin at the York YMCA at 5:45 PM with race kick-off at 6:30 PM and will be followed by refreshments, music and awards! There will also be a Costume Contest starting at 5:30 PM before the event. Sponsorship opportunities are available – please contact Ron Black (ronblack@ymcaup.org) if your business is interested in sponsoring this event!
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race day
Friday, 10/23
High
69°
Low
47°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
0%
Wind
8 mph
Population
8,697
as of 2023
City Elevation
731 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Olde York 5K Run/Walk
Oct 23, 2026