26th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run

Sat, 23 Aug, 2025 at 07:45 am UTC-04:00

206 Central Ave, Summerville, SC 29483 | Summerville

The ARK - Alzheimer's Family Support Services
Publisher/HostThe ARK - Alzheimer's Family Support Services
26th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run
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Join us for the 26th Annual McElveen Race for The ARK. The race is set for Saturday, August 23 in Downtown Summerville. The ARK provides comprehensive support services to families living with Alzheimer’s or related dementia.
This race includes a 5K run/walk and 1-mile fun run – both races begin and end at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 206 Central Avenue in Summerville. The USATF-certified course winds through historic downtown Summerville. The 5K begins at 7:45 a.m. and the 1-mile fun run kicks off at 9:00 a.m. Awards begin at 9:30 a.m.
Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female winners as well as in several age groups. Plus, $100 will awarded to the first male and female to break the course records (15:40 male and 17:51 female).
Through Aug. 21, registration is $35 with T-shirt for the 5K run/walk and $25 for without T-shirt and $10 for the 1-mile fun run or $30 for a family of four (without T-shirts).
The ARK is offering ONE free beer to runners 21+ that show their ID & race bib!*
Registration and packet pickup will be from noon to 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 22 at The ARK House and from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. on site race day. During packet pickup and on race day, registration for the 5K is $40. For the 1-mile fun run, it’s $15 or $35 for a family of four (without T-shirts).
For information on sponsorships, email [email protected].
*MUST show a valid 21+ license in accordance with low and state law. No ID = No Beer. Non-alcoholic options available.
**Registrations are only accepted through The ARK's Run Sign Up registration page. The ARK will never Facebook Message you or comment on your posts for registrations.
***This is a rain or shine event. No refunds.
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