Blessing of the Fleet 5k and Fun Run

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

Location: Darien, GA; 905 East Broad Street, 31305
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Perks & features

Free
Shirt

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1K
Sat, Apr 18, 8:45 AM EDT · From $22.20
Opens Jan 24, 2026, 12:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 13, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Apr 18, 7:30 AM EDT · From $32.80
Opens Jan 24, 2026, 12:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 13, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

The course

From the organizer

The Blessing of the Fleet is an annual festival organized by the Darien-McIntosh County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate our biggest industry, shrimping. This three day fun-filled event consists of various activities including the very popular YMCA 5k! The race will take runners through the picturesque and historic center of Darien, GA.

Race date is April 18th, 2026

5k start: 7:30am

FUN RUN Start: 8:45am

Race Day registration fee: $40 for the 5k $30 for the Fun Run

Runners will receive a race tshirt, FREE entry into the Blessing of the Fleet Festival and the Lion's Club Pancake Breakfast

Age groups awards: 0-10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Overall and Masters Champions will receive one month complimentary membership to any local YMCA.

Pre Race Packet Pick Up will be held on Friday April 17th from 4pm-7pm at the Darien Lions Club, 905 East Broad Street Darien, Ga 31305

Race day starts at 6:30 a.m.