23 January 2027
The Scandinavian Relay is a 40(ish)-mile race through the charming towns of Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland, South Carolina.
- 1-8 Runners/Team
- 40+ Miles
- 8 Legs (2-6 miles/leg)
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$80 / first runner
$40 / each additional runner
Register & Run
The 40(ish) miles are divided into 8 legs, which can be split between teams of 1-8 members. So figure out how much fun you want to have and assemble your team. You’ll need a team name like Nordic Knights. (If you’d like to run solo as an ultra, please contact the race directors for special permission).
1. PICK YOUR TEAM.
Figure out how many people you want on your team, and choose a team name. Then determine your average pace (typically based on the average 10K pace for all of your runners).
2. CHOOSE YOUR CAPTAIN.
Once you have your team, times, and name, someone will need to be the team captain. The captain will register the team and pay the entry fee.
3. REGISTER & RUN.
Every individual team member will register themselves AFTER the captain has registered the team. The captain will receive a specific code for your team that should be sent out to all teammates, (or you can search your team name on Race Roster if your captain is slack).
All teammates will need to register on Race Roster. This allows each individual to choose their t-shirt size and sign the digital waiver. (No more turning in waivers on race day!!!!!!)
Packet Pickup
Packet pick-up will be the day before the race (or on race morning if absolutely necessary). You will also receive a support vehicle tag that must be displayed for parking at exchange zones. ONLY ONE VEHICLE PER TEAM IS ALLOWED ON THE COURSE. Other vehicles will not be allowed at exchange zones as parking is very limited.
Details
Race Legs
Complete runners’ and drivers’ leg descriptions will be sent out in Captain’s communications. Routes are subject to change year to year. The most recent changes will be updated here.
Strava Maps
- Full Course Map (MapMyRun)
- LEG 1 - 6 miles // HKT to Willow Swamp Baptist
- LEG 2 - 3.2 miles // Willow Swamp Baptist to Davis Place
- LEG 3 - 5.8 miles // Davis Place House to Southeastern Housing and Community Development Warehouse
- LEG 4 - 5 miles // SHCDW to Denmark Square
- LEG 5 - 6.4 miles // Denmark Square to Defender Dairy
- LEG 6 - 4.4 miles // Defender Dairy to Zissett’s
- LEG 7 - 4.2 miles // Zissett’s to Embeford Farm
- LEG 8 - 5.6 miles // Embeford Farm to 3 Crosses
Cost
Teams can be 1-8 people — cost is based on the number of participants on your team.
$80 / first runner
+$40 / every additional runner
Teams
ULTRA (one runner) Open or Women
FULL (2-8 Runners) Mixed, Open, or Women
MASTERS (2-8 Runners) Mixed, Open, and Women
Here For the Party (7-8 Runners)
Terms:
OPEN = more male than female runners
MIXED = half or more female runners
MASTERS = All runners age 40+
Start Line
Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High School
7066 Norway Road
Neeses, SC 29107
Race Day
On race day, arrive at the start line and check-in at least 30 minutes before your start time. (A few weeks before the race your team captain will receive your start time.)
Once your first runner begins, your team will drive to the next exchange and wait. Each team is only allowed ONE vehicle on the course and at exchange zones. Once your runner arrives, and makes the exchange, the next runner takes over. Most exchange zones will have bathrooms.
Each team provides its own support food, water, first aid, etc. so, make sure you have everything you need.
Places to Stay
There are no actual hotels in South Carolina’s Scandinavia, but runners have been able to find rental houses (Air Bn’B / VRBO) in nearby towns/communities.
There are also plenty of options in Columbia or Orangeburg, relatively close to the race area.
- Orangeburg, SC
(~30 minute drive to the start line)
Hampton Inn and Suites and Tru by Hilton - Columbia, SC
(~one hour drive to the start line)
Hilton Garden Inn – Harbison
Hampton Inn – Harbison
Hampton Inn and Suites SE – Ft. Jackson area
Frequently Asked Questions
Do your offer volunteer opportunities?
Yes! From putting up signs, to setting up start and finish lines, to managing exchange zones, we couldn’t do this without the help of volunteers.
How long are the teams given to complete the race?
Teams should have an average pace under 12 min./mile in order to complete the race.
We will assign start times several weeks before the race based on pace. We are anticipating the first wave to begin around 5:30 AM, with runners starting every 30 minutes until around 8 AM. We plan to close the course at 3 PM.
Can I sponsor the event?
Yes! We gladly accept sponsorships at all levels. Contact us to let us know you’d like to sponsor.
Sponsorship
This race would not be possible without the generous support of local businesses.
