221 N Beltline Drive, Florence SC
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
🐾 Panting for Paws 5K, 10K & Virtual Run
Join us for the 8th Annual Panting for Paws 5K and 10K 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 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 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.
- Weather Policy: Race will be rain or shine!
- Volunteer: 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
- Address: 221 N Beltline Drive, Florence
- Proceeds: Local Animal Shelters
- Adoptable Pets: Visit with dogs/puppies that are available for adoption
- Entertainment: Music and Food
- Special Event: Part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix
👕 Shirts
- Cut Off: Tee Shirt Cut Off August 26th. After that, shirts and sizes are not guaranteed!
- Sizes: Adult – S, M, L, XL, XXL: Youth- S, M, L
🏅 Awards
- Dog Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Dog (5K Only)
- Overall: 5K & 10K Overall Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Age Group: 5K & 10K Age Group Awards for Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
💰 Race Fees
- Virtual Race: $35 by 9/12
- Pre-registration: Price through 9/25: 5K $35, 10K $40
- 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
🌐 Follow Us
Facebook: Panting for Paws 5K
📝 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.
👤 Race Director
Lisa Raison, lraison88@gmail.com
🔗 Race Registration
To participate, please visit this link to sign up.
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