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5K, 2 weeks before race day, same area, registration open
10KRegistration open
Tico's Gravel Grinder 10k
Columbia, South Carolina
- Entry
- $35
- Days to go
- 18
At a glance
- Date
- Oct 24, 2026
- Location
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Distances
- 10K
- Registration
- Registration open until Oct 24, 2026, via runsignup.com
- Official site
- runsignup.com
- Listed from
- RunSignUp
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026
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Race Description:
Join us for the inaugural Tico's Gravel Grinder 10K, a trail running adventure through the scenic Harbison State Forest! Celebrate Tico, Palmetto Wildlife Rescue's resident raccoon and beloved ambassador, as he celebrates his 10th birthday with us. This 10K course will challenge you with its rolling gravel terrain, rewarding you with stunning natural views.
The race kicks off at 7:30 AM at the Education Center in Harbison State Forest.
Registration:
• Early Bird (Until July 31): $25
• August 1 - September 14: $30
• September 15 - Race Day: $35
• Race Day: $40
Guarantee your race shirt by registering before October 10th!
Packet Pickup:
• Friday 10/24: Fleet Feet Irmo (945 Lake Murray Blvd, Irmo, SC 29063) - 12 PM - 6 PM
• Race Day: Start Line - 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
On-Site Vendors:
Topo Athletic, Feetures, Tailwind Nutrition, and more!
Supporting Palmetto Wildlife Rescue:
We're proud to support Palmetto Wildlife Rescue, and proceeds from this race will go to this amazing organization! Tico will be there (in spirit if he needs a nap!), and representatives from Palmetto Wildlife will be available to share information about their important work.
Key dates
Registration opens
May 13, 2026
Tier 1 ends
Jul 30, 2026
Tier 2 ends
Sep 13, 2026
Tier 3 ends
Oct 23, 2026
Registration closes
Oct 24, 2026
Race day
Oct 24, 2026
Tier 4 ends
Oct 24, 2026
Pricing
Current price
$35
Tier 3
Ends
Oct 23, 2026
Price progression
Tier 1
$25May 13, 2026
Tier 2
$30Jul 31, 2026
Tier 3
$35Sep 14, 2026
Tier 4
$40Oct 24, 2026
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