The Governor’s Cup is the longest-running, most-prestigious road race in the Southeast. Since 1973 this event has provided the opportunity for the region’s top distance runners to compete and attracted thousands of participants who have used the event to improve their health and fitness. Visit the race sign-up site for more information! Half Marathon Start at the State House and run the historic and scenic districts of Columbia. The course is a mixture of vibrant urban, charming historic and peaceful tree-lined neighborhoods. The course features rolling hills and is great for first-timers as well as seasoned runners looking for fast finish times. Event Date: Saturday April 11, 2026 Start Time: 7:30am EDT End Time: 10:45am EDT Price: $89.00 Race Fee + $6.34 SignUp Fee Registration: Price increases to $99.00 after January 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EST 5K The 3.1 mile race will wind through the tree covered, downtown streets of Columbia. Runners will be treated to sights of the Township Theatre, Finlay Park and the Governor’s Mansion. The course is relatively flat with a fast finish to Columbia’s Vista. Event Date: Saturday April 11, 2026 Start Time: 7:45am EDT End Time: 8:45am EDT Price: $35.00 Race Fee + $3.10 SignUp Fee Registration: Price increases to $40.00 after January 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EST Main Street Mile Lace up your track shoes and run your best mile through the Heart of the Capital City! Elite runners and the region’s fastest will compete on the down-and-back course that starts at Laurel with a turnaround at Lady. Stick around for the art, live entertainment, cultural events, shopping and some of the greatest foodie hotspots in Columbia. Event Date: Friday April 10, 2025 Start Time: 6:15pm EDT End Time: 6:30pm EDT Price: $25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee Registration: Price increases to $30.00 after March 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT Kids’ Main Street Mile Possibly the most joyful and energetic event of the weekend! Main Street will be filled with kids experiencing the joy of running/walking the iconic course through the heart of the city. All Midlands children age 14 and under are eligible to participate (open to ages 2-14). Event Date: Friday April 11, 2026 Start Time: 6:30pm EDT End Time: 7:00pm EDT Half-Marathon + 1-Mile Combo Race This is a discounted price offered to those who chose to complete the Half-Marathon and the 1-Mile race. You will only receive one race shirt at packet pick-up. Event Date: Friday, April 10, 2026—Saturday, April 11, 2026 Start Time: 6:15pm EDT End Time: 11:00am EDT Price: $104.00 Race Fee + $7.24 SignUp Fee Registration: Price increases to $114.00 after January 31, 2026 at 11:59pm EST 5K + 1-Mile Combo Race This is a discounted price offered to those who chose to complete the Half-Marathon and the 1-Mile race. You will only receive one race shirt at packet pick-up. Event Date: Friday, April 10, 2026—Saturday, April 11, 2026 Start Time: 6:15pm EDT End Time: 10:00am EDT Price: ...
