PANTING FOR PAWS 5K
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Florence, South Carolina
- Price $39.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 7th Annual Panting for Paws 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at West Florence High School in Florence! This exciting event not only promises a fun-filled morning with music, food, and activities for the kids but also supports a heartwarming cause—helping homeless dogs and cats find their forever homes. Participants can choose to run a 5K or join the Virtual Run, making it accessible for everyone. Plus, all finishers will receive a medal to commemorate their achievement!
The Panting for Paws 5K is part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix Series, and it’s a fantastic opportunity to join the community in making a difference. With registration fees starting at just $35, you’ll also have the chance to meet adorable dogs and puppies available for adoption. Whether you decide to run, walk, volunteer, or simply make a donation, your involvement helps support local shelters such as the Darlington County Humane Society and the Florence Area Humane Society. Don't miss this chance to enjoy a day of fun while making a positive impact—mark your calendars for September 27th and join us in this noble cause!
The Panting for Paws 5K is part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix Series, and it’s a fantastic opportunity to join the community in making a difference. With registration fees starting at just $35, you’ll also have the chance to meet adorable dogs and puppies available for adoption. Whether you decide to run, walk, volunteer, or simply make a donation, your involvement helps support local shelters such as the Darlington County Humane Society and the Florence Area Humane Society. Don't miss this chance to enjoy a day of fun while making a positive impact—mark your calendars for September 27th and join us in this noble cause!
Organiser's Description
7TH ANNUAL PANTING FOR PAWS 5K AND VIRTUAL RUN
Join us for the 7th Annual Panting for Paws 5K. It will be 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 to get healthy and find their furever homes!
All proceeds go toward helping the homeless dogs and cats of the Darlington County Humane Society Shelter, Florence Area Humane Society, and Carolina Kitties.
Cant 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.
Race will be rain or shine!
Don't want to run or walk? Come volunteer or Make a Donation!
We are proud to be a part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix Series sponsored by Simply Timing.
PANTING FOR PAWS 5K:
-Type: 5K, and Virtual 5K
-Date: September 27, 2025
-Start Time: 5K - 9:00 am
-Location: West Florence High School
-Address: 221 N Beltline Drive, Florence
-Proceeds: Local Shelter & Dog/Cat Rescues
-Visit with dogs/puppies that are available for adoption
-Music and Food
-Part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix
5K COURSE MAP:
CLICK HERE FOR MAP [https://runsignup.com/Race/PANTINGFORPAWS5KVirtual5K/Page/CourseMap]
SHIRTS:
Tee Shirt Cut Off September 11th. After that, shirts and sizes are not guaranteed!
SHIRT SIZES:
Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL
Youth- S, M, L
5K AWARDS: (OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Dog
* 5k Overall Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
* 5k Age Group Awards for Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
5K 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 9/11
* Registration Price through 9/26: 5K $35
* Day of Registration: $40
PACKET PICKUP LOCATION AND TIME:
* Friday, 9/26 @ 4:30 - 6:00
* Location: West Florence High School
* Day of Race Same Location from 7:15am - 8:45 am
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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
Finishers medals for all who complete the 5k
RACE DIRECTOR:
Lisa Raison, [email protected], 843-598-1532
Join us for the 7th Annual Panting for Paws 5K. It will be 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 to get healthy and find their furever homes!
All proceeds go toward helping the homeless dogs and cats of the Darlington County Humane Society Shelter, Florence Area Humane Society, and Carolina Kitties.
Cant 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.
Race will be rain or shine!
Don't want to run or walk? Come volunteer or Make a Donation!
We are proud to be a part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix Series sponsored by Simply Timing.
PANTING FOR PAWS 5K:
-Type: 5K, and Virtual 5K
-Date: September 27, 2025
-Start Time: 5K - 9:00 am
-Location: West Florence High School
-Address: 221 N Beltline Drive, Florence
-Proceeds: Local Shelter & Dog/Cat Rescues
-Visit with dogs/puppies that are available for adoption
-Music and Food
-Part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix
5K COURSE MAP:
CLICK HERE FOR MAP [https://runsignup.com/Race/PANTINGFORPAWS5KVirtual5K/Page/CourseMap]
SHIRTS:
Tee Shirt Cut Off September 11th. After that, shirts and sizes are not guaranteed!
SHIRT SIZES:
Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL
Youth- S, M, L
5K AWARDS: (OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Dog
* 5k Overall Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
* 5k Age Group Awards for Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
5K 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 9/11
* Registration Price through 9/26: 5K $35
* Day of Registration: $40
PACKET PICKUP LOCATION AND TIME:
* Friday, 9/26 @ 4:30 - 6:00
* Location: West Florence High School
* Day of Race Same Location from 7:15am - 8:45 am
LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE:
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
Finishers medals for all who complete the 5k
RACE DIRECTOR:
Lisa Raison, [email protected], 843-598-1532
PANTING FOR PAWS 5K
