Ripley's Penguin Dash Run/Walk (Bundle pricing available)

Schedule

Sat, 08 Feb, 2025 at 08:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Ripley's Aquarium | Myrtle Beach, SC

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Ripley's Penguin Dash
1M Family Fun Run/Walk
Penguin Waddle
Saturday, February 8, 2025
8:00am

Location:
Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach (1110 Celebrity Circle, MB)
Race Start Times:
*Penguin Dash at 8:00am
*1M at 8:15am
*Penguin Waddle at 9:00am
About Ripley's:
Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach is excited to host the Penguin Dash 5K Run/Walk and Ripley’s Penguin Family Fun 1 mile walk/run! This family-friendly, themed event will be a celebration of the South African Penguins. Guests are encouraged to dress up and all ages are welcome. There is even a free Toddler Waddle taking place in front of Ripley’s Aquarium that morning at 9am. This event will start and end in front of Ripley’s Aquarium at Broadway at the Beach and the route takes the runners through the Broadway at the Beach shopping and dining complex. Norman and Sharkee will be there and we may get a special visit from the penguins themselves! Read more about these beautiful creatures here: https://sanccob.co.za/
Non-Profit Information:
A portion of race proceeds will be donated toward Penguin Conservation efforts through SANCOBB- The Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds. https://sanccob.co.za/ In addition, each participant has the opportunity to make subsequent donations during registration. These donations go directly toward the penguin conservation.
Our Mission at Ripley’s Aquarium:
“Our mission is to create a top quality, world-class aquatic life facility that will foster environmental education, conservation and research, while simultaneously providing entertainment for visitors of all ages”
Parking:
Plenty of parking at Broadway at the Beach
Restrooms:
Available adjacent to Ripley's Aquarium
Race Swag:
Race bib (all races)
Made in the USA finisher medal (5K and 1 Mile)
Participant shirt (while supplies last)
Aquarium ticket for 5K and 1M participants valid for 1 entry
Race Info:
Animals are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Service animals as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a service animal must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.
Baby joggers, baby strollers, skate boards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled device are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification. Wheelchairs, mobility aids, etc. as recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are permitted on course. Those participating with a recognized device must inform staff at bib pickup and are asked to begin at the back of the race for safety purposes.
Penguin Dash Run/Walk is a chip timed event beginning at 8:00am
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is an un-timed event beginning at 8:15am
Toddler Waddle is an un-timed 50 yard dash beginning at 9:00am
Registration is only online and closes Saturday at 6:00am
Race Bib Pickup:
Friday, February 7 4:00-5:30pm at Ripley's Aquarium Myrtle Beach
Saturday, February 8 6:45-7:45am at Ripley's Aquarium Myrtle Beach
Post-Race:
Light breakfast provided by Ripley's Aquarium
Overall and Age Group Awards will begin at 9:05am
Results are live at https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/138242/IndividualResult
5K Award categories:
Overall Male and Female 1,2,3 place and Overall Masters M/F 1 place
Age groups: Male and Female 1,2,3 place 0-10, 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
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Ripley's Aquarium, Gazebo Inn, 1607 S Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, United States,Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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