Charleston Half-Marathon and 5k

The 2024 Charleston SC Half Marathon is scheduled for January 20th!

The 13th annual event is a Boston Marathon qualifier! The race begins at 7:00 am downtown. This is a truly unique way to experience downtown Charleston. The race passes by some of Historic Charleston’s noteworthy places: Hampton Park, The Battery, iconic King Street, The Citadel, and Waterfront Park.

• Start Time: 7:00 AM
• Start: At Burke High School located at 244 President St, Charleston, SC 29403
• Finish & Post Race Party: At the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park located at 360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403
• Aid Stations (subject to change): There will be multiple aid stations along the course every few miles. Exact locations are TBD.
• Porta-Potties:  There will be porta-Potties at every Aid-Station and at the start and finish line.
• Support: There will be medical, police and EMS personnel throughout the course, as well as dozens of course volunteers keeping our participants and spectators safe!
• Time Limit: The course has an overall time limit of 3.5 hours.

For a 5 K fun run join here!

• Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
• Start: At Burke High School located at 244 President St, Charleston, SC 29403
• Finish & Post Race Party: At the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park located at 360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403
• Course Entertainment: Local bands will be along the course to keep you moving!
• Aid Stations: There will be one aid station in the 5k.
• Support: There will be medical, police, and EMS personnel throughout the course, as well as dozens of course volunteers keeping our participants and spectators safe!
• Time Limit: The 5k has a one-hour time limit.

If you are looking for some green space where you can train for the 2024 Charleston SC 1/2 Marathon and 5k see our blog on Charleston Parks.