Montessori Mavericks Pumpkin Run
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Florence, South Carolina
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of family fun and fitness at the Montessori Mavericks Pumpkin Run on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Florence, South Carolina! This vibrant event is hosted by the Montessori School of Florence and features a timed 5K run/walk through the charming streets surrounding the school and Timrod Park, perfect for runners, walkers, strollers, and wheelchairs alike. The 5K kicks off at 8:30 a.m., followed by the delightful family-style Pumpkin Run at 9:30 a.m. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join in on the fun, and the day will wrap up with the school's Third Annual Chili Cook-Off, where you can savor delicious chili creations while celebrating community spirit.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a way to enjoy a fall morning with your loved ones, the Montessori Mavericks Pumpkin Run promises to be a day filled with movement, laughter, and camaraderie. With proceeds benefiting the Montessori School of Florence, your participation directly supports local education initiatives. Don’t miss out on this festive event at 510 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29501—mark your calendars and join the fun!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a way to enjoy a fall morning with your loved ones, the Montessori Mavericks Pumpkin Run promises to be a day filled with movement, laughter, and camaraderie. With proceeds benefiting the Montessori School of Florence, your participation directly supports local education initiatives. Don’t miss out on this festive event at 510 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29501—mark your calendars and join the fun!
Organiser's Description
JOIN THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FLORENCE FOR THE MONTESSORI MAVERICKS PUMPKIN RUN, A FESTIVE MORNING OF MOVEMENT, FAMILY FUN, AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT. THE EVENT INCLUDES A TIMED 5K RUN/WALK THROUGH THE STREETS SURROUNDING THE SCHOOL AND TIMROD PARK, FOLLOWED BY A FAMILY-FRIENDLY PUMPKIN RUN. RUNNERS, WALKERS, STROLLERS, AND WHEELCHAIRS ARE WELCOME. PROCEEDS SUPPORT THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FLORENCE. STAY AFTER THE RACES FOR THE SCHOOLS THIRD ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF.
MONTESSORI MAVERICKS PUMPKIN RUN
* Race types: Timed 5K Run/Walk and family-style Pumpkin Run
* Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
* Location: Montessori School of Florence
* Address: 510 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29501
* Proceeds: Benefit the Montessori School of Florence
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* Packet pickup 7:30-8:15 a.m. at Montessori School of Florence (race day only)
* 5K Run/Walk 8:30 a.m.
* Pumpkin Run 9:30 a.m.
* After the races Third Annual Chili Cook-Off
* Event concludes 12:00 p.m.
COURSE MAP / ROUTE
* The 5K starts and finishes at Montessori School of Florence. Turn-by-turn course directions are provided below; a separate graphic map is not currently available.
* Start at Montessori School of Florence and turn right on Warley Street.
* Right on Cedar Street; continue to Franklin Drive.
* Left on Wannamaker Avenue; left on Waters Avenue.
* Turn left into the Timrod Park trail before Cherokee Road and cross the bridge by the tennis/pickleball courts.
* Left on Timrod Park Drive; right on Spruce Street; left on McQueen Street.
* Left on Jerome Street; right on Warley Street; left into Montessori School of Florence to finish.
SHIRTS
Race shirts No race shirts will be offered.
AWARDS
* Overall awards One overall male winner and one overall female winner
* Masters (40+) One male winner and one female winner
* Age-group awards No separate age-group awards
REGISTRATION FEES
* 5K Run/Walk $30
* Pumpkin Run $10
* Late registration $30 for the 5K; $10 for the Pumpkin Run
PACKET PICKUP
* Location Montessori School of Florence
* Address 510 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29501
* Date Saturday, October 3, 2026 (race day only)
* Time 7:15-8:15 a.m.
EVENT SPECIAL NOTES
* Strollers Welcome
* Wheelchairs Welcome
* Music/headphones Permitted
* Pets Dogs and other pets are NOT permitted
* Parking Parking is available at the school. Participants must follow race-day signs, volunteers, and police instructions.
* Age restrictions No general age restriction; children must be supervised by a responsible adult.
ONLINE LINKS
* School website https://florencemontessori.org/
* Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MSF2k6/
* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montessorischoolofflorencesc/
RACE DIRECTOR
* Name Erika James
* Email erikajames028@gmail.com
MONTESSORI MAVERICKS PUMPKIN RUN
* Race types: Timed 5K Run/Walk and family-style Pumpkin Run
* Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
* Location: Montessori School of Florence
* Address: 510 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29501
* Proceeds: Benefit the Montessori School of Florence
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* Packet pickup 7:30-8:15 a.m. at Montessori School of Florence (race day only)
* 5K Run/Walk 8:30 a.m.
* Pumpkin Run 9:30 a.m.
* After the races Third Annual Chili Cook-Off
* Event concludes 12:00 p.m.
COURSE MAP / ROUTE
* The 5K starts and finishes at Montessori School of Florence. Turn-by-turn course directions are provided below; a separate graphic map is not currently available.
* Start at Montessori School of Florence and turn right on Warley Street.
* Right on Cedar Street; continue to Franklin Drive.
* Left on Wannamaker Avenue; left on Waters Avenue.
* Turn left into the Timrod Park trail before Cherokee Road and cross the bridge by the tennis/pickleball courts.
* Left on Timrod Park Drive; right on Spruce Street; left on McQueen Street.
* Left on Jerome Street; right on Warley Street; left into Montessori School of Florence to finish.
SHIRTS
Race shirts No race shirts will be offered.
AWARDS
* Overall awards One overall male winner and one overall female winner
* Masters (40+) One male winner and one female winner
* Age-group awards No separate age-group awards
REGISTRATION FEES
* 5K Run/Walk $30
* Pumpkin Run $10
* Late registration $30 for the 5K; $10 for the Pumpkin Run
PACKET PICKUP
* Location Montessori School of Florence
* Address 510 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC 29501
* Date Saturday, October 3, 2026 (race day only)
* Time 7:15-8:15 a.m.
EVENT SPECIAL NOTES
* Strollers Welcome
* Wheelchairs Welcome
* Music/headphones Permitted
* Pets Dogs and other pets are NOT permitted
* Parking Parking is available at the school. Participants must follow race-day signs, volunteers, and police instructions.
* Age restrictions No general age restriction; children must be supervised by a responsible adult.
ONLINE LINKS
* School website https://florencemontessori.org/
* Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MSF2k6/
* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montessorischoolofflorencesc/
RACE DIRECTOR
* Name Erika James
* Email erikajames028@gmail.com
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