Back2School 5K

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 5KType: 5KDate: 8/22/2026Start Time: 8:00 amLocation: Florence Family YMCA Friendship ParkAddress: 1700 Rutherford Drive, Florence, SC 29505Proceeds: 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, 2026Adult - S, M, L, XLYouth- YS, YM,YL 5K Awards (Awards are based on Gun Time)Overall Male / Female: 1 male/ 1 femaleMasters: 1 male/ 1 femaleAge Group Awards for Male / Female: 3 in each 5K Age Groups:11 & under (5th grade)12- 18 (middle & high school)19-2930-3940-4950-5960+ 5K Fees: Early Registration Price: o Students (18 & under) registering by June 30, $20. Adults registering by June 30, $25July 1- August 11- $30Late Registration Price August 12- August 23- $40 Packet Pickup Location and time:Florence Family YMCA Friendship Park1700 Rutherford DriveFlorence, SC 29505Time of packet pickup Friday August 21 from 4-6 pmCome to the covered pavilion area at the park & playgroundPlease bring an ID Event special notes:Are strollers welcome? YesCan people listen to music while running? YesAre pets welcome? Yes- must be on leash or in pet strollerAre there parking restrictions that people should know about? Not aware of any. Will set up cones day of raceAre 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