The Governor's Cup Road Race
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The Governor's Cup Road Race
The Governor's Cup Road Race takes place on April 10, 2027 in Columbia, South Carolina, with the event address listed as 801 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Established in 1973, it is a long running road race in the Southeast that holds multiple races on a single weekend.
The weekend program includes the following race distances:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 Miles
- 5K - 3.1 Miles
- Kids' Main Street Mile - 1 Mile
Registration and entry details from the organizer: The Half Marathon and 5K have an entry fee of $25.00 and a registration window from 4/20/2026 to 5/31/2026. The Kids' Main Street Mile is free and open to Midlands children age 14 and under; its registration window is 1/7/2027 to 4/9/2027.
The event takes place in April when temperatures are typically mild. The course route runs through tree-covered streets and includes rolling hills. The weekend program also includes on-site food, drink, entertainment and local cultural activities as part of the event experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
