Beaufort Oyster Festival - Oyster Boogie 5k
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Event details
The Oyster Boogie 5K is part of the 2026 Beaufort Oyster Festival and takes place on January 17, 2026, in Beaufort, SC (29902). The entry fee is listed as $40. The race is described as a USATF certified 5K and is organized with support from Grounded Running. The race location is given as 1010 Bay St, Beaufort, SC.
Course and logistics
The course starts and finishes at Freedom Park and runs down Bay Street, crosses the Woods Memorial Bridge to Lady's Island, continues down Meridian Road to Youmans Drive, then returns along the same route to Freedom Park. Packet pickup is available at Grounded Running (2139 Boundary Street, Ste 108, Beaufort) on the day before the race and at the starting area on race morning. T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed for registrations after 1/8/2026.
Awards and rules
Overall cash prizes are listed for the 5K: $100 for 1st place, $75 for 2nd place, and $50 for 3rd place for both male and female divisions. All racers will receive a special finisher medal for 2026. The event is dog friendly and stroller friendly; pets must be on a standard 4-6 ft lead. Bicycles are not allowed. Registration for the event is not refundable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
