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!

  • BDC Event Calendar • July 2025

  • BASEcamp Gallery Summer 2025 Art Exhibition: Estuaries by Emma Barnes

    Join the Beaufort Digital Corridor on the First Friday in August to explore BASEcamp Gallery's newest installation, Estuaries by Emma Barnes.

    In Estuaries, the exploration of materials, nature, and place seeks to deepen our ties between landscape and home, not as a fixed location, but an ever-changing horizon of transformation.

    The gallery opens for viewing on July 24. All are welcome to visit the coworking hub to preview the collection before Exhibition Night on August 1, where attendees can meet the artist and learn more about her thought-provoking work. Light refreshments will be provided at the exhibition for the first attendees. Save the date!

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  • 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:
    đź’ˇ Travis Taborek, creator of the GenAI for Fun and Profit course
    đź’ˇ Ryan Baggott, founder of Chatbot Builder AI
    đź’ˇ 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!

  • Coffee Convos at Corner Perk

    Looking to spark your creativity and connect with a community of go-getters in Beaufort, SC? Welcome to Coffee Convos, where captivating discussions with tech professionals will leave you inspired! Coffee Convos presents the perfect opportunity to expand your network, discuss issues relevant to the tech industry, and acquire valuable information to steer your startup toward success. Modeled after Lean Coffee gatherings, we encourage everyone to bring a topic for us to discuss. We meet at Corner Perk in Port Royal. Save your spot and join the conversation monthly on the second Tuesday.

  • Pitch Practice

    Pitch Practice presents an exclusive opportunity for current and aspiring entrepreneurs to hone their presentation skills, gain valuable insights from industry experts, and attract investors like pros!

    We invite some of the best mentors in the Lowcountry to attend Pitch Practice. At any event, you may receive indispensable feedback from experienced mentors including Chad St. Onge, Eric Siano, Henrik de Gyor, Katherine Butkevich, Raquel Padgett, or Rich Conte. Our experts will provide constructive feedback to help you enhance your delivery, storytelling, and presentation effectiveness.

    Whether you want to secure funding, gain partnerships, or improve your communication skills, this event will give you a competitive edge. From seasoned pros to those new to pitching, all are welcome. Register now because this event will help you advance your business.

    🎫 Perfect Your Pitch + Free Coworking Pass!

    Attend Pitch Practice and get a free day of coworking at Beaufort Digital Corridor! Use your Day Pass any weekday (8:30 AM–5:00 PM) within 30 days of pitching and enjoy working from any of our available desks or offices. Level up your pitch and your workspace!✊

    View our coworking space at space.beaufortdigital.com.

  • 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!

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