PANTING FOR PAWS 5K & 10K, Virtual 5K

Panting for Paws 5K, 10K & Virtual Run

Event Overview

• Join Us: for the 8th Annual Panting for Paws 5K and 10K at West Florence High School.
• Activities: Enjoy finisher medals, music, food, and activities for the kids.
• Support Local: Help us support the homeless dogs & cats in our community.
• Proceeds: All proceeds go toward helping the homeless dogs and cats of The Darlington County Humane Society Shelter and The Florence Area Humane Society.

Virtual Participation

• Can't Attend: Participate in our Virtual Run! Register to receive your tee shirt and medal.
• Sign Up: Use the link to sign up and click on Virtual Runner.
• Weather: The race will occur rain or shine!
• Get Involved: Don't want to run or walk? Come volunteer or make a donation!

Event Details

• Type: 5K, 10K, and Virtual 5K
• Date: September 26, 2026
• Start Time: 10K - 8:30 am: 5K - 8:45 am
• Location: West Florence High School, 221 N Beltline Drive, Florence

Event Features

• Proceeds: All proceeds support local animal shelters.
• Adoption: Visit with dogs and puppies that are available for adoption.
• Entertainment: Enjoy music and food throughout the event.
• Pee Dee Grand Prix: We are proud to be a part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix Series sponsored by Simply Timing.

Shirts & Sizes

• Tee Shirt Cut Off: August 26th - after that, shirts and sizes are not guaranteed!
• Adult Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL
• Youth Sizes: S, M, L

Awards

• Dog Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Dog (5K Only)
• Overall Awards: 5K & 10K Overall Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
• Age Group Awards: 5K & 10K Age Group Awards for Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd

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 9/12
• Registration Price: 5K $35, 10K $40 through 9/25
• Day of Registration: $40

Packet Pickup

• Date & Time: Friday, 9/25 @ 4:30 - 6:00
• Location: West Florence High School - Main Entrance
• Day of Race: Same Location from 7:30 am - 8:30 am

Social Media

• Facebook: Panting for Paws 5K

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 - Friendly, leashed dogs.
• Finishers medals for all who complete the 5K, 10K, Virtual Race.

Contact Information

• Race Director: Lisa Raison
• Email: lraison88@gmail.com

Registration Link

• Sign up here for the PANTING FOR PAWS 5K & 10K