Rankings · updated September 7, 2026

Best 5Ks in Charleston, SC

Ranked by composite score from public signals — no pay-to-play, ever. How scoring works →

Composite /100 · FLD field · HST history · CRD credentials · CHR character

  1. 1 35th Annual Reindeer Run/Walk Charleston, SC Dec 2026 60.7/100
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Also listed, not yet ranked

5 races we list but haven't measured enough of to score. By date. What we measure →

  1. Avondale 5K Run & Walk Charleston, SC Oct 2026 Not yet rankedno verified data
  2. 2026 MADD 5K and Fun Run Charleston, SC Nov 2026 Not yet rankedno verified data
  3. 2027 Race the Landing 5K New Years Day Pajama Run -Recycle, Reuse and Renew Charleston, SC Jan 2027 Not yet rankedno verified data
  4. Building Healthy Communities 5K Run/Walk and Wellness Expo Charleston, SC Feb 2027 Not yet rankedno verified data
  5. Cupid's Chase 5K Charleston Charleston, SC Feb 2027 Not yet rankedno verified data

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