The Governor's Cup

APR

9-10

2027

A multi-day road race weekend in Columbia, South Carolina featuring a half marathon, 5K, Main Street Mile and a kids mile. Established in 1973, the event runs through rolling hills and tree lined streets in the city center.

9-10 Apr 2027

Columbia, South Carolina

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14 miles 13 miles 4 miles 3 miles

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The Governor's Cup

The Governor's Cup is a multi-day road race weekend held in Columbia, South Carolina, first established in 1973. The weekend program centers on Main Street and includes several distinct races and combined entry options.

Distances featured during the weekend include:

13.1 Miles Half Marathon
3.1 Miles 5K
1 Mile Main Street Mile
1 Mile Kids' Main Street Mile

The Main Street Mile is a down-and-back course through the heart of the city and includes competitive fields. The Kids' Main Street Mile is open to Midlands children age 14 and under. Combo entries are offered for participants who choose to run both a longer race and the 1 Mile event; combo participants receive a single race shirt at packet pick-up.

Course surroundings in Columbia include rolling hills and tree-lined streets. The event weekend also coincides with downtown activities such as art, live entertainment, cultural events and shopping, which take place around the race course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

14 mi

Half-Marathon + 1 Mile Combo Race

13 mi

Half Marathon

4 mi

5k + 1 Mile Combo Race

3 mi

Main Street Mile

Kids' Main Street Mile