Isle of Palms Connector Run and Walk for the Child

REGISTRATION IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🏃‍♀️☀️

The 2026 Isle of Palms Run & Walk for the Child returns October 3, 2026.

We sold out.
We gave back $200,000.
And we’re doing it again.

100% nonprofit. 100% local impact.

10K | 5K | Fun Run
Family-Friendly After Party
Cash Prizes • Live Music • Kids’ Fun • Beer & Beverages

Run for the cause.
Race for the child.

Register now → IOPrun.com

🦪 Oyster Roast Tickets Increase March 1 🦪
🦪 A Lowcountry Tradition — Don’t Miss It 🦪

Join us March 7 | 2–6 PM at the Isle of Palms Exchange Club.
🎟 $65 through February
🎟 $75 beginning March 1

Includes:
• Fresh oysters
• Chili & hot dogs
• DJ entertainment
• Silent auction
• Intracoastal Waterway views

All proceeds support local youth education and scholarships right here in our community. 💙

While we gear up for IOP Run registration opening soon, this is a great way to continue supporting the Exchange Club and the youth programs we care so much about.

Get your tickets before prices go up:
👉 www.ticketstripe.com/iopoysterroast

That “ahhhh it’s race day tomorrow!!” feeling 🙌💨 We’re so ready to run the bridge, feel that salt air, and take in those island views 🌴☀️

But if you were planning to sign up last minute… ah, you missed it 😅 we’re officially SOLD OUT!

Don’t forget $10 cash for parking, the bridge closes at 7, and late bib pickup ends at 7:30. Check IOPrun.com for maps + race day details. See y’all at the start line — it’s gonna be a good one! 🌉✨

Big love to our $500 sponsors for helping make this year’s IOP Run happen! 💙 Every step we take supports local kids and families — and that’s what this run is all about.

Can’t wait to see y’all bright and early tomorrow! ☀️ Get over the bridge early, grab your spot, and don’t forget your $10 cash for parking.

🚨Make sure to snag your packet by 7 p.m. tonight so you’re all set for race day! 👟🌉

✨ Less than 50 spots remain ✨
If you haven’t registered yet, your chance is about to ✌️ OUT.

⚠️ No day-of registrations.

📦 packet pickup is OPEN NOW!!
Pick up your packet today to skip tomorrow’s long lines.

Finish strong. Sip stronger. 🤠🏝️

✨ A heartfelt THANK YOU to our $1,000+ sponsors who help make the IOP run possible. Your generosity fuels our mission of protecting and advocating for children across the Lowcountry. 💙

Because of you, this Saturday’s race isn’t just about miles—it’s about making an impact together. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🌊

🌟 Race Day Scoop
• Fewer than 200 registration spots remain—don’t wait!
• Packet pick-up begins Thursday (shirts are first-come, first-serve!)
• Limited free parking available—please have $10 cash ready for overflow parking.

Visit IOPrun.com for complete details & course map.

We’ll see you on the start line Saturday morning, surrounded by community, sunshine, and a whole lot of heart. 🌴💫

POV: You’re chasing the sunrise on the Connector 🌅 … the finish line is waiting Saturday 🏁

We’re down to the final 200 registrations 👟 Don’t miss it!

🍻 Big cheers to our After-Party Drink Sponsors! 🥂

We couldn’t do it without the support of Island Active Brewing, Lone River Ranch Water, and Athletic Brewing Company — thank you for keeping the celebration flowing! 🙌

✨ After you cross the finish line, head to the after-party to enjoy:
• Local vibes from Island Active Brewing, born right here in Charleston 🌴
• Refreshing Lone River Ranch Water, the Texas classic that’s perfect beachside 🏝️
• And Athletic Brewing Co., the best in non-alcoholic craft so everyone can raise a glass 🍺

Let’s run, celebrate, and toast together — Isle of Palms style! 🌊

Big strides start small 🏃‍♂️💙 Moments like this remind us why the IOP Run is more than a race — it’s a community coming together for kids and families.