Upcoming Events

2025 Beaufort Shrimp Festival Run Forrest Run 5K

Grab your running shoes and your best Gump Getup - the Beaufort Shrimp Festival's Run Forrest Run 5K returns Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025! 🍤👟 And we can't think of a better way to enjoy Shrimp Season in the Lowcountry than with Forrest Gump and Bubba.

Bring your favorite characters from the Forrest Gump movie to life as you race towards shrimp glory. We encourage participants to get groovy with themed costumes and unique outfits. Those donning a Forrest Gump getup can race to the finish line in hopes of claiming the Fastest Forrest Award. Register now and RUN, FORREST, RUN!

The 2025 Run Forrest Run kicks off the Beaufort Triple Crown Race Series, which includes the Swing Bridge Run (Nov. 1) and Turkey Trot (Nov. 27). Register for the 2025 Beaufort Triple Crown Bundle (on this website) to support three local nonprofits - Beaufort Digital Corridor, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, and Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry. Participants who complete the race series will be eligible for special awards for the best combined time. ONLY 125 BUNDLES AVAILABLE! Register before the Oct. 1 cutoff!

  • Lunch & Learn Series | Work Smarter with AI: What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know Right Now

    Join the Beaufort Digital Corridor for afour-part Lunch & Learn series designed to empower entrepreneurs, small business owners, and curious professionals with the tools and insights needed to confidently navigate the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence.

    Each week in August, we'll dive into a new AI-related topic, from using AI to supercharge your content creation to understanding Agentic AI and digital employees, and tackling the important conversations around ethics and privacy. Whether you're just getting started or looking to sharpen your edge, there's something for everyone.

    We've invited an incredible lineup of AI experts to lead these sessions, including:
    💡 Travis Taborek, creator of the GenAI for Fun and Profit course
    💡 Ryan Baggott, founder of Chatbot Builder AI
    💡 David Nelems, director of special projects at the Don Ryan Center for Innovation (DRCI)

    Come ready to learn, ask questions, and connect with others who are embracing AI in their work.

    Get your tickets now and make the most of your lunch break at the Beaufort Digital Corridor!

  • Lowcountry Summer 2025 All Ideas Pitch Contest

    EforAll Lowcountry and Beaufort Digital Corridor are teaming up to host an exciting Pitch Contest that welcomes innovative ideas from all industries–-whether tech-driven or not. This fast-paced event invites entrepreneurs, creatives, and visionaries to present their business or nonprofit ideas for a chance to gain exposure, receive valuable feedback, and compete for cash prizes. Whether you're building an app, launching a product, or offering a community-based service, this contest is for you. There's no cost to apply or attend–-everyone is welcome!

    Now accepting applications. APPLY TO PITCH!

  • TECHconnect Happy Hour Networking at Poncho's Taco & Bar

    TECHconnect is the Beaufort Digital Corridor's signature networking event. Get plugged in to Beaufort, SC's growing tech community by meeting local technology and business professionals. Connect with fellow tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and VCs over local food and drinks. Join us on the third Thursday of every month from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Come exchange ideas, make new connections, and expand your network. There's always someone new to meet.

    Check out Poncho's Taco & Beer 👉

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