Race Description
7th Annual Panting for Paws 5K and Virtual Run
Join us for the 7th Annual Panting for Paws 5K. It will be at West Florence High School. There will be finisher medals, music, food, and activities for the kids. Come help us support the homeless dogs & cats to get healthy and find their furever homes!
All proceeds go toward helping the homeless dogs and cats of the Darlington County Humane Society Shelter, Florence Area Humane Society, and Carolina Kitties.
Can’t make it on that day? You can participate in our Virtual Run! You will still get your tee shirt, and medal! Use the link to sign up and click on Virtual Runner.
Race will be rain or shine!
Don't want to run or walk? Come volunteer or Make a Donation!
We are proud to be a part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix Series sponsored by Simply Timing.
Panting for Paws 5K:
-Type: 5K, and Virtual 5K
-Date: September 27, 2025
-Start Time: 5K - 9:00 am
-Location: West Florence High School
-Address: 221 N Beltline Drive, Florence
-Proceeds: Local Shelter & Dog/Cat Rescues
-Visit with dogs/puppies that are available for adoption
-Music and Food
-Part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix
5K Course Map:
Shirts:
Tee Shirt Cut Off September 11th. After that, shirts and sizes are not guaranteed!
Shirt Sizes:
Adult – S, M, L, XL, XXL
Youth- S, M, L
5K Awards: (Overall Awards are based on Gun Time)
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Dog
- 5k Overall Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- 5k Age Group Awards for Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
5K Age Groups:
Under 10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-65, 65-69, 70+
Race Fees:
- Virtual Race: $35 by 9/11
- Registration Price through 9/26: 5K $35
- Day of Registration: $40
Packet Pickup Location and Time:
- Friday, 9/26 @ 4:30 - 6:00
- Location: West Florence High School
- Day of Race Same Location from 7:15am - 8:45 am
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Event Special Notes:
There will be a virtual 5k available for those unable to attend in person
Strollers are welcome
You can listen to music while running
Pets are welcome at this event
Finishers medals for all who complete the 5k
Race Director:
Lisa Raison, lraison88@gmail.com, 843-598-1532