GSSM's 5k Race for Mental Health Awareness
- Date Sat 20th February 2027
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Hartsville, South Carolina
- Price $28.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Join us for the GSSM's 5K Race for Mental Health Awareness on Saturday, February 20, 2027, in Hartsville, Darlington! This exciting event not only promotes physical fitness but also raises awareness about mental health, making it a fantastic opportunity to support a worthy cause. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with check-in starting from 8:00 AM to 8:50 AM at GSSM, located at 401 Railroad Ave, Hartsville, SC.
Participants can register online or in person, with early bird registration available until January 24, 2027, for just $25! After that, the fee increases to $30 until race day. Children 10 and under can join for free, provided they are accompanied by a registered adult. The 5K run/walk welcomes all ages and abilities, with awards for top finishers in various categories, including overall and age group awards. Proceeds from this year’s race will benefit Night to Shine, a special prom experience for individuals with special needs. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this uplifting community event while making a difference in mental health awareness!
Participants can register online or in person, with early bird registration available until January 24, 2027, for just $25! After that, the fee increases to $30 until race day. Children 10 and under can join for free, provided they are accompanied by a registered adult. The 5K run/walk welcomes all ages and abilities, with awards for top finishers in various categories, including overall and age group awards. Proceeds from this year’s race will benefit Night to Shine, a special prom experience for individuals with special needs. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this uplifting community event while making a difference in mental health awareness!
Organiser's Description
REGISTER ONLINE OR IN-PERSON AT GSSM.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=178664] - Ends January 24, 2027
REGULAR REGISTRATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=178664] - January 25th through race morning
5K FEES:
$25 early up to January 24th
$30 January 25th to Race Day
Race Day Registration will be from 8:00am-8:45am
10 & Under are Free!!!
*CHILDREN 13 AND UNDER MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A REGISTERED [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=178664] ADULT RACER FOR THE CHILDS SAFETY ON THE COURSE!
GSSM RACE IS A 5K RUN/WALK
DATE: 2/20/2027
CHECK-IN: 8:00AM - 8:50AM
START TIME: 9:00AM
LOCATION: GSSM 401 Railroad Ave, Hartsville SC
PROCEEDS: Night to Shine
The 5K is hosted by FWD, a student organization that promotes healthy, balanced lifestyles and supports mental wellness. FWD builds school pride and community through activities that encourage empathy, social connection, and emotional wellbeing.
Each year, FWD organizes the GSSM 5K for Mental Health Awareness to highlight the importance of mental health. Proceeds from this year's race benefit Night to Shine, a prom experience for individuals with special needs, ages 14 and up, in Hartsville.
5K Run Course Map: COURSE MAP FOUND HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/GSSMSKRaceForMentalHealthAwareness/Page/RaceMap]
RACE SHIRT
Register [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=178664] by January 24, 2027 to guarantee your race shirt.
After that date, shirts will be first-come, first-served.
Shirt Sizes:
Youth- Small, Medium, Large
Adult - Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL,
5K RUN AWARDS:
(Overall Awards and Age Group Awards are based on Gun Time)
-Top 3 Overall Male / Female
-Top Racer with a stroller
-1st Male/ Female in each Age Group
5K Run Age Groups:
10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
5K Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top Racer with a stroller
1st Place Male and Female 10 & Under
1st Place Male and Female 11-19
1st Place Male and Female 20-29
1st Place Male and Female 30-39
1st Place Male and Female 40-49
1st Place Male and Female 50-59
1st Place Male and Female 60+
Largest GSSM Team
Largest Community Team
THIS RACE IS A PEE DEE GRAND PRIX EVENT
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=178664] - Ends January 24, 2027
REGULAR REGISTRATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=178664] - January 25th through race morning
5K FEES:
$25 early up to January 24th
$30 January 25th to Race Day
Race Day Registration will be from 8:00am-8:45am
10 & Under are Free!!!
*CHILDREN 13 AND UNDER MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A REGISTERED [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=178664] ADULT RACER FOR THE CHILDS SAFETY ON THE COURSE!
GSSM RACE IS A 5K RUN/WALK
DATE: 2/20/2027
CHECK-IN: 8:00AM - 8:50AM
START TIME: 9:00AM
LOCATION: GSSM 401 Railroad Ave, Hartsville SC
PROCEEDS: Night to Shine
The 5K is hosted by FWD, a student organization that promotes healthy, balanced lifestyles and supports mental wellness. FWD builds school pride and community through activities that encourage empathy, social connection, and emotional wellbeing.
Each year, FWD organizes the GSSM 5K for Mental Health Awareness to highlight the importance of mental health. Proceeds from this year's race benefit Night to Shine, a prom experience for individuals with special needs, ages 14 and up, in Hartsville.
5K Run Course Map: COURSE MAP FOUND HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/GSSMSKRaceForMentalHealthAwareness/Page/RaceMap]
RACE SHIRT
Register [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=178664] by January 24, 2027 to guarantee your race shirt.
After that date, shirts will be first-come, first-served.
Shirt Sizes:
Youth- Small, Medium, Large
Adult - Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL,
5K RUN AWARDS:
(Overall Awards and Age Group Awards are based on Gun Time)
-Top 3 Overall Male / Female
-Top Racer with a stroller
-1st Male/ Female in each Age Group
5K Run Age Groups:
10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
5K Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top Racer with a stroller
1st Place Male and Female 10 & Under
1st Place Male and Female 11-19
1st Place Male and Female 20-29
1st Place Male and Female 30-39
1st Place Male and Female 40-49
1st Place Male and Female 50-59
1st Place Male and Female 60+
Largest GSSM Team
Largest Community Team
THIS RACE IS A PEE DEE GRAND PRIX EVENT
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GSSM's 5k Race for Mental Health Awareness
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th February 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$28.50
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