Olde York 5K Run/Walk
Olde York 5K Run/Walk is a running race on October 23, 2026 in York, SC, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
- Date
- October 23, 2026 (91 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
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!
Events
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
69°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from York 5 Sse, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About York, SC
Population
8,697
as of 2023
City Elevation
731 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- Olde York 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 23, 2026
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Olde York 5K Run/Walk
Oct 23, 2026