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Back2School 5K in Florence, SC 2026
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Back2School 5K 2026

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Date
August 22, 2026
Location
Florence, SC
Discipline
Running
Registration
Open

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Description

The 9th running of the Back2School 5K is a benefit run for South Florence High School Cross Country Team. The team will use funds raised to cover meet expenses, purchase training items and gear.

We are excited this year that Kona Ice will be onsite to refresh you with some cool treats.

The course is fast and flat through the neighborhood adjacent to the YMCA.

WALK or RUN with us. Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash. See you there!

Back2School 5K Type: 5K Date: 8/22/2026 Start Time: 8:00 am Location: Florence Family YMCA Friendship Park Address: 1700 Rutherford Drive, Florence, SC 29505 Proceeds: South Florence Cross Country Team

Race Day Schedule:

Packet Pickup: Friday 8/21: 4-6 pm

Race day starting at 7:15am

Race Start Time: 8:00 am

Shirts:

To be guaranteed a t-shirt, register by August 10, 2026 Adult - S, M, L, XL Youth- YS, YM,YL

5K Awards (Awards are based on Gun Time) Overall Male / Female: 1 male/ 1 female Masters: 1 male/ 1 female Age Group Awards for Male / Female: 3 in each

5K Age Groups: 11 & under (5th grade) 12- 18 (middle & high school) 19-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+

5K Fees:

Early Registration Price: o Students (18 & under) registering by June 30, $20. Adults registering by June 30, $25 July 1- August 11- $30 Late Registration Price August 12- August 23- $40

Packet Pickup Location and time: Florence Family YMCA Friendship Park 1700 Rutherford Drive Florence, SC 29505 Time of packet pickup Friday August 21 from 4-6 pm Come to the covered pavilion area at the park & playground Please bring an ID

Event special notes: Are strollers welcome? Yes Can people listen to music while running? Yes Are pets welcome? Yes- must be on leash or in pet stroller Are there parking restrictions that people should know about? Not aware of any. Will set up cones day of race Are there any age restrictions for any of the races? No- Children 11 and under must have a parent/ guardian either in the race OR at the start/ finish line.

Race Director: Alexis Morris- alexis.morris@fsd1.org

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