The 8th 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: 8/23/2025
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 8/24 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 11, 2023
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
       o 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 24 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