Races

What is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk? The Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers. Honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty! For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, please visit t2t.org. This will be the first year for Tunnel to Towers to host an event in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.  We are very excited to bring together the community to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers programs.  How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?This is a 5K (approximately 3.1 miles) to walk or run event. Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.  Where can I pick up my packet? P

WELCOME!Your journey starts here. She Tris Sprint Triathlon, all women's events, are designed for women of all skill levels, ages and backgrounds to experience triathlons in an encouraging environment.  Join us at all our events in 2026 in the following cities: Mount Pleasant (SC), South Charlotte (NC), Summerville (SC), Huntersville (NC), and Chapel Hill (NC).   When you sign up for a She Tris event you receive: Complimentary training planInformative clinicsGroup support during your trainingShe Tris swim capShe Tris shirtFinish line photosFinish line partyFinishers keepsake  She Tris I'On Club takes place in the gorgeous I'On Mt. Pleasant neighborhood with stunning marsh views and stately homes.    Course Distance: 200 YARD SWIM – 9 MILE BIKE – 2 MILE RUN   TRIATHLON (Swim, bike, and run and relay option): SWIM:The swim is a 200 yard pool swim in the I'On Club pool. Participants start at one side of the pool and snake their way up and down each lane as they work toward

Where: Charleston, South Carolina. When: Annually, in May or June. (Based upon the tides). Distance: 2.4 Mile Open Water Swim along the Mount Pleasant shoreline or 6 Mile Open Water Swim starting at Daniel Island, crossing the Wando River and proceeding down the 2.4 Mile course. Participants: 2018 Stats = 196 in the 5 Mile, 401 in the 2.4 mile. Age ranges from 10 years old to 82. Start & Finish: Wet start at Hobcaw Yacht Club for the 2.4 mile Splash and wet start under the Wando Bridge on Daniel Island for the 6 mile Splash, followed by a wet finish at the Charleston Harbor Marina in front of the USS Yorktown for both Splashes. Tides: Swimming with an outgoing tide. Water Temp: 72-78 ℉. The Lowcountry Splash is South Carolina's premier open water swim. The Splash began with the purpose of creating a unique open water swimming event in the Charleston area. The original goal was to have the swim go across the Charleston Harbor from Patriots Point to the Charleston Peninsula. With

June 28, 2026 - TOMPS Youth & Junior Triathlon Race, Age 8-17yo Back for 2026 with our newly renovated pool facility! The Town of Mount Pleasant invites you to our youth/junior triathlon at Park West Recreation Center. Registered athletes, ages 8-17yo, will swim serpentine style in our 6-lane, indoor swim facility; cycle on adjacent coned-off roads surrounding the complex; and run on our tree-lined paved paths to an exhilarating track lap finish! This is an excellent opportunity for youth athletes of all abilities to experience multisport on a safe, well-monitored course. Awards will be given to the top male and top female in each age group. Athletes will compete based on the age they will be on 12/31/2026. Race Notes- Race starts at 7:30 a.m.- Packet pick-up will be held onsite race day 6 a.m.-7 a.m.- Awards ceremony held onsite post-race. - Bibs and helmets are required.- Water stations will be set up on the course.- Bikes should be race-ready with inflated tires, working brakes,

The 12th Annual Firecracker 4 Miler will once again be held at the beautiful Laurel Hill County Park in Mount Pleasant South Carolina on July 4th, 2025!    Past years events have been a blast, and this year’s event will be even better! So come on out and celebrate your independence by running down the shaded trails of Laurel Hill County Park and after the race enjoying music, hotdogs, and cold beverage with all your friends and family. Race packets will be be on site race day morning starting at 7:30am Kids race will begin after the bulk of the 4 mile runners are in... usually around 9:45am or 10am HYDRATE!!!  It will be hot and muggy... get your fluids in before you raceEnter the park only through the Hwy 41 entrance / 1400 Highway 41, Mt. Pleasant, SC Proceeds from this event go to support Newberry College Track & Field / Cross Country  THANK YOU for your support!!