
Rockin' Before The Races 5K is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Camden, SC, with an entry fee of $30.
We are excited to have you at our inaugural Rockin' Before the Race 5K. Join in a fun, family-friendly 5K as we get ready to rock out before the races! This is a flat, fast course for runners and walkers of all experience levels. Enjoy a run or walk through one of Camden's historic residential districts, past many historic sites and beautiful homes. Proceeds of this event support the Rockin' Before the Races Street Festival Saturday evening, beginning at 6:00 pm on Broad Street. Enjoy live music, classic cars and fun for the whole family.
Guarantee Shirt Deadline: October 23, 2026 (no shirts will be held)
Packet Pick Up: Friday, November 20, 2026 4:00 - 7:00 pm, or the morning of the race 6:30 - 7:45 am.
Location: 407 East DeKalb Street in Camden, SC
Awards will be presented immediately after the race (must be present or coordinate with race director prior to leaving):
Top Three Men and Women Overall
Top Three Men and Women Masters (40+)
Top Three Men and Women in the following age Category:
14 and under and every 5 years up to 75 & up. No double dipping.
Finisher Medals & Shirts Pending Design....
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
63°
Typical Low
39°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Camden 3 W, 3 mi from the venue.
City Elevation
241 ft
Nearest Airport
CAE
Columbia Metropolitan Airport · 38 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 67 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Rockin' Before The Races 5K
Nov 21, 2026