PANTING FOR PAWS 5K & 10K, Virtual 5K
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Florence, South Carolina
- Price $39.10 - $44.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming and fun-filled day at the 7th Annual Panting for Paws 5K and the inaugural 10K! Join us on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at West Florence High School in Florence, where you can choose to run, walk, or even participate virtually in a 5K event. This exciting race supports the homeless dogs and cats of the Darlington County Humane Society Shelter, Florence Area Humane Society, and Carolina Kitties, making every step you take count for a great cause!
Starting with the 10K at 8:45 AM and the 5K at 9:00 AM, participants will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with finisher medals, lively music, and delicious food. Activities for kids and opportunities to meet adoptable pets add to the joy of the day. Whether you're running, walking, or volunteering, your involvement helps these furry friends find their forever homes. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while having a blast! Sign up now to secure your spot and a guaranteed T-shirt by September 9th. Let’s make this event a memorable one for both our community and our beloved pets!
Starting with the 10K at 8:45 AM and the 5K at 9:00 AM, participants will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with finisher medals, lively music, and delicious food. Activities for kids and opportunities to meet adoptable pets add to the joy of the day. Whether you're running, walking, or volunteering, your involvement helps these furry friends find their forever homes. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while having a blast! Sign up now to secure your spot and a guaranteed T-shirt by September 9th. Let’s make this event a memorable one for both our community and our beloved pets!
Organiser's Description
7TH ANNUAL PANTING FOR PAWS 5K, 10K AND VIRTUAL RUN
Join us for the 7th Annual Panting for Paws 5K and the 1st annual 10K! 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, 10K, and Virtual 5K
-Date: September 27, 2025
-Start Time: 10K - 8:45 am; 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:
SHIRTS:
Tee Shirt Cut Off September 9th After that, shirts and sizes are not guaranteed!
SHIRT SIZES:
Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL
Youth- S, M, L
5K & 10K AWARDS: (OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Dog (5K Only)
* 5k & 10K Overall Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
* 5k & 10K Age Group Awards for Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
5K & 10K 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 9/9
* Registration Price through 9/26: 5K $35, 10K $40
* 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
Join us for the 7th Annual Panting for Paws 5K and the 1st annual 10K! 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, 10K, and Virtual 5K
-Date: September 27, 2025
-Start Time: 10K - 8:45 am; 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:
SHIRTS:
Tee Shirt Cut Off September 9th After that, shirts and sizes are not guaranteed!
SHIRT SIZES:
Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL
Youth- S, M, L
5K & 10K AWARDS: (OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Dog (5K Only)
* 5k & 10K Overall Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
* 5k & 10K Age Group Awards for Male / Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd
5K & 10K 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 9/9
* Registration Price through 9/26: 5K $35, 10K $40
* 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
Races
-
Panting for Paws 5k
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$39.10
-
PANTING for PAWS Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher Medal Will Be Mailed!
$39.10
CLOSED -
Panting for Paws 10K
Incl. $4.40 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
$44.40
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Location
221 N Beltline Drive, Florence, 29501, SC, United States
PANTING FOR PAWS 5K & 10K, Virtual 5K
