True to the Brew 5K
About this race
The True to the Brew 5K – Capital City Passage offers an exciting urban trail course! Join us on Saturday, March 6th for the first 2027 race in the Palmetto Trail Race Series and the True to the Brew Trifecta, 5K, 10K and 13.1! This 5K race guides participants through downtown Columbia, SC, along the Capital City Passage of the Palmetto Trail.
Runners and walkers alike will enjoy this unique opportunity to explore the city’s vibrant atmosphere while still being on a true Palmetto Trail course. We encourage you to sign up your entire family. This race is great for all ages! Hurry and sign up to secure your slot. We are capping this race to 500 and True to the Brew events are known to SELL OUT!
Proceeds from this event benefit the Palmetto Trail and will go directly toward expanding and maintaining the trail across South Carolina. Your participation helps us build this incredible resource that connects the state’s mountains to its sea!
Like all True to the Brew events, you can expect an unforgettable finish line celebration! Join us at the Palmetto Trail Headquarters at 722 King Street in Columbia, SC, where live music, free beer from Craft & Draft, and a full cookout with all the fixings await you after the race. Don’t miss out on this unique trail experience right in the heart of the city!
This race is rain or shine! No Refunds or Deferrals. Strollers and Dogs on a leash are welcome!
Join fellow runners on March 1, 2025 for the True to the Brew 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Columbia.
Pick your distance
Running
True To The Brew 5k
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Columbia in 2025, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Columbia
True to the Brew 5K takes place in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
Reviews
Done this event?
If you've participated in this event, share your experience with other runners
🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Columbia
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Columbia 5K Races Best Columbia routes for beginners and speed work.
- 10K Run Events in Columbia The most popular local distance in South Carolina.
- Columbia Half Marathons Top-rated 21.1K courses in the Columbia area.
- Marathons in Columbia Scenic 42.2K routes and Columbia Boston qualifiers.
- Columbia Running Calendar 2026 See all upcoming race dates.
Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.