S.A.F.E. 1 in 26 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Entry fee
- From $35 · goes up to $45 on Oct 2, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.A.F.E. 1 in 26 10K | 10K | Nov 1, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Oct 2, 2026 | – |
| S.A.F.E. 1 in 26 5K Run or Walk | 5K | Nov 1, 20268:00 AM | $35$40 after Oct 2, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $45 on Oct 2, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- S.A.F.E. 1 in 26 10K: $40 until Oct 1, then $45 until Oct 31, then $50 until Nov 1.
- S.A.F.E. 1 in 26 5K Run or Walk: $35 until Oct 1, then $40 until Oct 31, then $45 until Nov 1.
Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 11 percent below a typical 10K in South Carolina, which costs $45 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in South Carolina runs 1:01:45, about 9:56 a mile, based on 33 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:06:16 and men in 55:58.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:36 AM, and the S.A.F.E. 1 in 26 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 20 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
871 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 1 the day usually runs from 60°F at dawn to 74°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 17% of days. Cold snaps dip to 47°F and hot years reach 79°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 871 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 20 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 1, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is S.A.F.E. 1 in 26?
- Sunday, November 1, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Oct 2, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for South Carolina?
- At $40, entry is about 11 percent below a typical 10K in South Carolina, which costs $45 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K.
- Where does it start?
- 871 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412.
From the organizers
S.A.F.E. 1 in 26 10K, 5K Run & Stroll is a family-friendly community event raising awareness and support for the 1 in 26 people who will be diagnosed with epilepsy during their lifetime. Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to join the 10K, 5K run, or stroll as we come together to advocate, educate, and inspire while supporting South Carolina's epilepsy community. Hosted by South Carolina Advocates For Epilepsy (S.A.F.E.), this event celebrates inclusion, awareness, and hope—one step at a time.