Governor's Cup Road Race

Launched in 1973, the Lexington Medical Center Governor’s Cup Road Race is one of the oldest, continuously conducted road race events in the Southeast.  The 2014 event will take place on November 8th, and it will feature half-marathon, 8 kilometer, 3-mile walk and kids’ cup races.  More information about this year's race will be announced on this website as they are finalized.

Race Info

Group Registration

Registration discounts for groups of 10 or more runners will be offered. Group leaders should contact Kerry McIver to receive a group discount code to apply during the registration process.

Packet Pick-up and Race Expo

Packet pick-up will be held on Friday, November 7th from 11am to 7pm at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Ballroom A (1101 Lincoln St). Participants can pick-up their race shirt and bib during the expo, which will feature local and national vendors and exhibitors. Race day packet pick-up will be at the Convention Center atrium from 6:00-7:30am. There will be NO race day registration offered.

Race Day Information

• Opening ceremonies begin at 7:30 am in front of the start line at Gervais & Main Street.
• Half-Marathon begins at 8:00 am, 8K Run begins at 8:20 am, 3-Mile Walk begins at 8:30 am, Kid’s Run begins at 8:30 am.
• Parking is available at no cost at metered spaces and in public garages. Closest garage to the start line is on Main Street.
• Porta- potties are locate on Sumter Street just south of Gervais Street. Course maps will be updated to include details.
• Water and Gatorade is available at the water stops. Course maps will be updated to include details.
• First aid will be available at each water stop. EMS will be on site. A medical tent staffed with a physician will be at the finish line.
• Awards ceremonies will begin at 9:30 for the 8K run and 10:30 for the half marathon.
• Course closes at 11:00 am

Cost

Click here to see registration costs.