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The Governor's Cup Road Race
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The Governor's Cup Road Race

Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Apr 09, 2027 – Apr 10, 2027
Running

About this race

Established in 1973, The Governor's Cup is one of the most prestigious and longest-running road races in the Southeast. Hosted in the historic city of Columbia, SC, the weekend includes The Main Street Mile, The Kids' Main Street Mile, Governor's Cup 5K and (the main event) The Governor's Cup Half Marathon. The city boasts mild April temperatures, rolling hills and tree-covered streets that all lead to fast race times. The races are organized "by runners, for runners" and participants get the elite treatment as they smash their race goals. Great food, drink, entertainment, culture and southern hospitality are all served in generous portions at The Governor's Cup.

Join fellow runners on April 9, 2027 for the The Governor's Cup Road Race. It's a fantastic 1.6K, Half-Marathon, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Columbia.

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Running

Main Street Mile

Lace up your track shoes and run your best mile through the Heart of the Capital City! Elite runners and the region’s fastest will compete on the down-and-back course that starts at Laurel with a turnaround at Lady. Stick around for the art, live entertainment, cultural events, shopping and some of the greatest foodie hotspots in Columbia.

Apr 09, 2027 1.6K 6:15 PM
$20.00
Open

Kids' Main Street Mile

Possibly the most joyful and energetic event of the weekend! Main Street will be filled with kids experiencing the joy of running/walking the iconic course through the heart of the city. All Midlands children age 14 and under are eligible to participate.

Apr 09, 2027 1.6K 6:45 PM
Free
Open

Half-Marathon + 1 Mile Combo Race

This is a discounted price offered to those who chose to complete the Half-Marathon and the 1-Mile race. You will only receive one race shirt at packet pick-up.

Apr 09, 2027 1.6K 6:15 PM
$74.00
Open

5K + 1 Mile Combo Race

This is a discounted price offered to those who chose to complete the Half-Marathon and the 1-Mile race. You will only receive one race shirt at packet pick-up.

Apr 09, 2027 1.6K 6:15 PM
$40.00
Open

Half Marathon

Apr 09, 2027 Half-Marathon 7:30 AM
$59.00
Open

5K

Apr 09, 2027 5K 7:45 AM
$30.00
Open

Weather Overview

These values represent the 2-year monthly averages for April in Columbia.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (monthly average) 8.9° / Maximum temperature (monthly average) 23.8°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 6.5° / Maximum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 23.8°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (monthly average)
15.1
Precipitation (mm)
Average precipitation (monthly average)
0.8mm

About Columbia

The Governor's Cup Road Race takes place in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.

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