Port Royal Mile

MINOR SCHEDULE CHANGE: WE WILL CONDUCT ONE RACE (for all runners - fun, under 40, and 40 & over) at 6:30PM.

The Port Royal Mile: Run for History!

Kick off your fall racing season on Saturday Evening, September 12, 2026, with the Port Royal Mile! As the summer heat fades, this fast-paced, family-friendly event is the perfect tune-up for your autumn goals and a great way to enjoy the spirit of the Lowcountry together.

Run with a Purpose

Every stride supports the Historic Port Royal Foundation (HPRF). Your participation helps HPRF protect, preserve, and present the unique heritage of Port Royal and the surrounding region through the Town’s Visitor Center and History Museum. Beyond the race, HPRF keeps the community connected with weekly "Coffee and Conversation" every Wednesday and "Third Thursday" social gatherings.

Compete & Represent

Whether you’re sprinting for a personal best or walking with friends, there’s plenty to play for:

Individual Glory: Awards for the top three male and female finishers in every age category, plus overall fastest male and female honors.

Strength in Numbers: We’re looking for the biggest team! Rally your school, place of worship, business, fitness center, or military/first responder unit. Make sure to list your affiliation when you register to help your group take home the Most Participants Award.

Lace up, represent your crew, and help us keep Port Royal’s history alive!

The awards ceremony will take place after the last race has finished and results are completed.

Low Country Challenge

The Beaufort Track Club is challenging all runners from the Low Country and beyond to beat our fastest runners!

Race Categories

Fun Run: Family-Focused fun run.

Age Group Races (Competitive): This is a competitive, chip-timed, age group race.

Age Groups:

10 and under
11 – 13 years old
14 – 19 years old
20 – 24 years old
25 – 29 years old
30 – 34 years old
35 – 39 years old
40 – 44 years old
45 – 49 years old
50 – 54 years old
55 – 59 years old
60 – 64 years old
65 – 69 years old
70 & over

Race/Heat Times

All runners will run at the same time and are eligible for Age Group Awards.

- Please arrive a few minutes early so you are ready to go!

- Race Day Registration, Packet Pick-up, and Race times below.

5:00 pm - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-up at the Start Line

6:30 pm - One Race: All groups will run together (Fun Run, Under 40, and 40 & Over)

Bathrooms will be available at the Start/Finish Line.

Packet Pick-up

Packet and shirt pick-up will be at two different times. On Friday September 11th 11:00am – 5:00pm packet pick-up will be at Grounded Running, on 2139 Boundary St Unit 108 in Beaufort, SC. We highly encourage you to pick up this day, to avoid overcrowding on race day.

You may also pick-up your packet the day of the race starting at 5:00 pm. This will take place at the start/finish line, at Paris Avenue and 8th Street (near Town Hall) in Port Royal.

Race T-Shirts

All participants who register by August 14th at midnight will receive a Port Royal Mile shirt. We do not order extras or have any available on the day of the race.

Awards

Individual awards will be based on the results from the competitive races.

• The Overall Male and Female winners will receive a gift certificate from Ground Running.
• Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and females in each age category. 

Course Description

The Port Royal Mile is a one-mile CERTIFIED (SC26008JK) course on Paris Avenue in Port Royal, SC. The race starts and finishes near the clock at Town Hall (Paris Avenue and 8th Street). Quarter-mile markers will be present during the race.

Want to Volunteer?

We can always use volunteers to help with the Port Royal Mile! It's a great time and all volunteers receive a complimentary race t-shirt for helping. Volunteer jobs include course and post-race activity setup, packet pickup, and tear down and more. Interested? Use the "Contact" link below.

REFUND POLICY

No refunds or transfers. This event will be held rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather conditions or safety concerns, the race will be cancelled and entry fees will be viewed as a charitable donation to the Historic Port Royal Foundation.