Half Marathon races near James Island

The Summerville Sweet Tea Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K begins at 200 South Main Street in downtown Summerville, South Carolina. All three distances start at 7:00 AM Eastern. Participants can select from 13.1 miles, 6.2 miles, or 3.1 miles, allowing half marathoners, 10K runners, and 5K participants to run on the same race morning. The course starts downtown, moves onto a recreational path, goes through residential areas, and circles back downtown to finish. A distinctive feature is the finish line, which includes the World's Largest Sweet Tea. Live entertainment and water stations are available along the route. Afterward, runners can vote for their preferred entertainment and the most spirited aid station. Half marathoners must reach Newington Neighborhood within 90 minutes and complete the race within 3 hours 30 minutes. 10K runners must pass James Allan Park within 90 minutes and finish within 2 hours 30 minutes.

The Bohicket 5K and Half on Seabrook Island is a Lowcountry race in South Carolina, featuring a half marathon, 5K run, 5K walk, and a virtual half marathon option. It takes place regardless of weather and is organized with the Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club, Charleston Animal Society, and Charleston Running Club. Proceeds from the race support these organizations. The course offers runners views of sea island marshes, sections near the Atlantic Ocean, and roads lined with historic trees. Wildlife is present; runners might see island deer, various birds, and other native animals. Horses from the equestrian center have been observed running alongside the course from their enclosure. The event started as a 5K and 10K for the Lowcountry running community before expanding to its present 5K and half marathon format. Awards are extensive, covering overall, masters, grandmasters, great grandmasters, age-group, and age-graded categories, accommodating competitive runners, walkers, and local participants.