27th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK

27th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK Race Information

<p>The race is set for <strong>Saturday, August 15</strong> in Downtown Summerville. The ARK provides comprehensive support services to families living with Alzheimer’s or related dementia.</p> <p>This race includes a 5K run/walk and 1-mile fun run – both races begin and end at St. Luke&#39;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 begins 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).</p> <p>Age Groups (top 3 M/F): 10 &amp; under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54. 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 &amp; over</p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>ON-SITE REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK UP:</strong></span></p> <p>Noon to 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14 at The ARK House located at 502 W. 5th North St. Summerville, SC 29483</p> <p>6:30 to 7:30 a.m. on site race day at St. Luke&#39;s Lutheran Church, 206 Central Ave, Summerville, SC 29483.</p> <p>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).</p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>The ARK is offering ONE free beer to runners who show their race bib AND a valid 21&#43; ID!*</strong></span></p> <p>● The race/walk starts and ends at St. Luke&#39;s Lutheran Church, 206 Central Avenue in Summerville.<br />● There are three water stations and the course is certified (SC23001BW).</p> <p><strong>This is a RAIN or SHINE event. No refunds.</strong></p> <p>How to Register For more information or to register call The ARK at 843-471-1360 or info&#64;thearkofsc.org<br />● Deadline – August 1, 2026 for inclusion on T-shirt - No Exceptions!<br />● Online registration -- Be sure to have ALL your participants&#39; information handy!</p> <p><em>*A valid drivers license age 21&#43; must be shown to be served alcohol in accordance with local and state law. No ID = No beer. Non-alcoholic options will be available.</em></p> <p><strong><span style="color:rgb( 224 , 62 , 45 )">&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt; </span></strong>Leadership Dorchester is hosting a Carbs for a Cause event sponsored by Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina! For $15 per plate, you can get a pasta dish, side of bread, cookie and a drink. Pick up for the past night will be at Packet Pick Up for the Race For The ARK on Friday, August 14 from 4 PM - 6 PM. Pre-order your pasta here: <a target="_blank">givebutter.com/LD26CarbNight</a></p> <p> </p>