The Awesome 80s Summer Solstice Boardwalk Run in Myrtle Beach offers 1-mile and 2-mile running options on June 21, 2026. Starting at 7:00 PM from Plyler Park/Moe Moons, this event takes advantage of the longest day of the year and extended daylight hours typical of summer evening racing. Entry fees range from $25 to $55 depending on your distance selection. The boardwalk location provides a flat, accessible course for runners of all levels. Whether you're targeting the shorter mile or the 2-mile distance, this summer solstice event offers an evening running experience in a coastal South Carolina setting.
From the Race Organizer
NS Promos Awesome 80s Summer Solstice Boardwalk Run presented by Moe Moon's June 21, 2026 7:00pm Plyler Park, Myrtle Beach Description: Join us for the Awesome 80s Summer Solstice Boardwalk Run presented by Moe Moon's! This unique race features the beauty of Myrtle Beach and takes advantage of the beginning of summer and the longest day of sunlight! Participants will begin on the boardwalk at Plyler Park and head south towards the 2nd Ave Pier and then return. Once your “race” is complete, join us at Plyer Park for music, food, and fun! Race participants will receive a hotdog, chips, and soda/water compliments of Moe Moon's! Bring your beach towel, dress up in your favorite 80s costume, and let's have a picnic together! This is a perfect event for your family to kickstart the summer season by enjoying the beauty of Myrtle Beach at sunset and get active at the same time! This is an un-timed event and no overall or age group awards will be given. A timing clock will be posted at the finish. All participants dressed in 80s attire will be entered into a costume raffle prize drawing! No animals or strollers allowed on race course. Non-Profit Partner: Help 4 Kids/Backpack Buddies: https://www.help4kidssc.org/ Our Mission: Making a difference, one child at a time Our mission is to provide food for hungry children of Horry County who through no fault of their own do not have enough to eat on a daily basis. Our motto is “HUNGER doesn’t take the weekend off, neither does our 100% volunteer staff.” Participants are asked to consider purchasing any of the following and bring to PPU and/or race day: Single serve cereal and oatmeal Mac and cheese cups Bread Peanut butter and Jelly Pudding cups Popsicles (not frozen yet) Toastee Chee Crackers Single serve chips Canned Pasta Vienna Sausages Granola Bars Kool-Aid Race Info: Race will begin and end on the Boardwalk at Plyler Park Course monitors will be along the boardwalk to provide direction Animals are not permitted on the race course and will result in disqualification 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 Packet Pickup: Saturday, June 20 from 2:30-4:00pm at Native Sons (1519 Executive Avenue, MB) Sunday, June 21 from 6:00pm-6:45pm at Plyler Park (1100 N Ocean Blvd, MB) Race Swag: Participant Bib Participant Shirt (while supplies last) Participant Medal Registration: Registration is only available online Registration closes Sunday, June 21 @1:00pm Parking: Metered parking available adjacent to Ocean Blvd. Lanier Paid Parking garage on 9th Avenue N/Hwy 17 Business Restrooms: Public restrooms are across the street from Plyler Park/Skywheel Race Day Schedule: 6:00-6:45pm Packet Pickup 7:00pm Race Start 7:30pm Raffle Prizes and Costume Raffle winners Social Media: NS Promos: www.nspromos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nspromos Run Myrtle Beach: www.runmyrtlebeach.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runmyrtlebeach Moe Moons: https://www.facebook.com/MoeMoons
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When is Awesome 80s Summer Solstice Boardwalk Run presented by Moe Moon’s 2026 — Myrtle Beach, SC?
Awesome 80s Summer Solstice Boardwalk Run presented by Moe Moon’s 2026 — Myrtle Beach, SC takes place on June 21, 2026. The race is held in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Where is Awesome 80s Summer Solstice Boardwalk Run presented by Moe Moon’s 2026 — Myrtle Beach, SC held?
Awesome 80s Summer Solstice Boardwalk Run presented by Moe Moon’s 2026 — Myrtle Beach, SC is held at Plyler Park/Moe Moons in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
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