Oconee County Memorial Day 5K
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Oconee County Memorial Day 5K
The Oconee County Memorial Day 5K is a community athletic event held in downtown Walhalla, South Carolina. Hosted by the Golden Corner Veterans Support Group (GCVSG), the event takes place on Memorial Day weekend. The race serves to honor those who have served in the military while supporting veteran assistance programs in the local area. All proceeds are directed to the Oconee County Veterans Council Relief Assistance Program, which provides support to veterans in need within Oconee County.
The event features a single distance:
- 5K
The course is located at Brown Square, which features green space and paved parking near the Oconee County History Museum. The venue includes handicap-accessible facilities. Participants can choose to complete the course as a standard run or walk, or they may engage in specific physical challenges such as carrying a military flag, wearing a 45-pound backpack, or carrying another person.
In addition to the main race, the event includes a Silent Litter Carry to honor veterans lost to suicide. This walk stops at Memorial Park for a period of prayer and the playing of Taps. Finishers receive a t-shirt and have previously been awarded challenge coins. Awards are presented to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as first-place winners in age categories ranging from under 9 to over 80 years old. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
