Run for the Heroes 5K, 10K, & Fun Walk
- Date Mon 26th May 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Florence, South Carolina
- Price $11.60 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, in Florence for the Annual Run for the Heroes, a spirited event honoring our military heroes who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Participants can choose from a 5K, 10K, or a 1-mile Honor Walk, making it an inclusive occasion for runners and walkers of all skill levels. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, preceded by a heartfelt military tribute at 7:30 AM. After the race, enjoy a delicious Red, White, and Blue Pancake Breakfast to celebrate your accomplishment!
Taking place at St. Anthony School, located at 2536 Hoffmeyer Rd, this event not only promotes a healthy lifestyle but also supports St. Anthony School and the local American Red Cross. Plus, military personnel can take advantage of a generous discount on entry fees. Don't miss this opportunity to engage in a fun, community-driven event filled with national pride—register by May 6th to secure your race t-shirt! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Run for the Heroes is an event you won't want to miss!
Taking place at St. Anthony School, located at 2536 Hoffmeyer Rd, this event not only promotes a healthy lifestyle but also supports St. Anthony School and the local American Red Cross. Plus, military personnel can take advantage of a generous discount on entry fees. Don't miss this opportunity to engage in a fun, community-driven event filled with national pride—register by May 6th to secure your race t-shirt! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Run for the Heroes is an event you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
Start your Memorial Day off right by remembering our military who died while on active duty in our armed services and by burning some calories in the Annual Run for the Heroes 5k, 10k, or 1-mile Honor Walk. These annual races honor the men and women who have given their lives to preserve the freedoms of our great country. We also recognize the current sacrifices of our Active and Reserve personnel and their families. It is a cherished Memorial Day event that incorporates national pride while promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. There will be a military tribute prior to the race and all registered participants will receive a Red, White, and Blue Pancake breakfast immediately following the race. Runners and walkers of all experience levels are invited to come out and enjoy this Memorial Day event! Military discounts are available. Proceeds benefit St. Anthony School with a portion being donated to the local American Red Cross. Run for the Heroes is a Pee Dee Grand Prix race that you won't want to miss!
REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO RECEIVE THE 2024 RACE T-SHIRT.
Event Schedule & Additional Information:
Packet Pickup: 1:30-4:30pm- Sunday, May 26th
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup: 6:30-7:30am
Military Tribute: 7:30am
Race Start Time: 8:00am
Post Race party: Red, White, and Blue Pancake Breakfast after race
Location of Packet Pickup and Race: St Anthony School, 2536 Hoffmeyer Rd Florence, SC 29501
Benefits: St. Anthony School and the American Red Cross
5k Course Map
10k Course Map
Event special notes:
Strollers & wheelchairs welcome
Listen to music while running
Leashed pets welcome
Follow the signs and parking attendants
Handicapped parking available
No age restrictions for any race
Awards: (Overall Awards are based on Gun Time)
Overall Male / Female: 1 male (5k), 1 female (5k), 1 male (10k), 1 female (10k)
Masters (40+) Male / Female: 1 male (5k), 1 female (5k), 1 male (10k), 1 female (10k)
Age Group Awards for Male / Female
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place in each age group after the overall and masters awards
10k Age Groups - 10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
5k Age Groups - 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Entry Fees:Race/Walk
Through April 30
May 1 - May 27
10k
$40.00
$45.00
5k
$30.00
$35.00
Honor Walk - Individual $15.00
Kids' Fun Run - ages 9 and Under $10.00
*** 50% OFF ***
ALL ENTRY FEES FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL AND VETERANS
MILITARY DISCOUNT CODE: HERO50
Race Director:
Daniel Lorenzo
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 843-662-1910
REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO RECEIVE THE 2024 RACE T-SHIRT.
Event Schedule & Additional Information:
Packet Pickup: 1:30-4:30pm- Sunday, May 26th
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup: 6:30-7:30am
Military Tribute: 7:30am
Race Start Time: 8:00am
Post Race party: Red, White, and Blue Pancake Breakfast after race
Location of Packet Pickup and Race: St Anthony School, 2536 Hoffmeyer Rd Florence, SC 29501
Benefits: St. Anthony School and the American Red Cross
5k Course Map
10k Course Map
Event special notes:
Strollers & wheelchairs welcome
Listen to music while running
Leashed pets welcome
Follow the signs and parking attendants
Handicapped parking available
No age restrictions for any race
Awards: (Overall Awards are based on Gun Time)
Overall Male / Female: 1 male (5k), 1 female (5k), 1 male (10k), 1 female (10k)
Masters (40+) Male / Female: 1 male (5k), 1 female (5k), 1 male (10k), 1 female (10k)
Age Group Awards for Male / Female
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place in each age group after the overall and masters awards
10k Age Groups - 10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
5k Age Groups - 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Entry Fees:Race/Walk
Through April 30
May 1 - May 27
10k
$40.00
$45.00
5k
$30.00
$35.00
Honor Walk - Individual $15.00
Kids' Fun Run - ages 9 and Under $10.00
*** 50% OFF ***
ALL ENTRY FEES FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL AND VETERANS
MILITARY DISCOUNT CODE: HERO50
Race Director:
Daniel Lorenzo
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 843-662-1910
REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO RECEIVE THE 2024 RACE T-SHIRT.
Event Schedule & Additional Information:
Packet Pickup: 1:30-4:30pm- Sunday, May 26th
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup: 6:30-7:30am
Military Tribute: 7:30am
Race Start Time: 8:00am
Post Race party: Red, White, and Blue Pancake Breakfast after race
Location of Packet Pickup and Race: St Anthony School, 2536 Hoffmeyer Rd Florence, SC 29501
Benefits: St. Anthony School and the American Red Cross
5k Course Map
10k Course Map
Event special notes:
Strollers & wheelchairs welcome
Listen to music while running
Leashed pets welcome
Follow the signs and parking attendants
Handicapped parking available
No age restrictions for any race
Awards: (Overall Awards are based on Gun Time)
Overall Male / Female: 1 male (5k), 1 female (5k), 1 male (10k), 1 female (10k)
Masters (40+) Male / Female: 1 male (5k), 1 female (5k), 1 male (10k), 1 female (10k)
Age Group Awards for Male / Female
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place in each age group after the overall and masters awards
10k Age Groups - 10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
5k Age Groups - 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Entry Fees:Race/Walk
Through April 30
May 1 - May 27
10k
$40.00
$45.00
5k
$30.00
$35.00
Honor Walk - Individual $15.00
Kids' Fun Run - ages 9 and Under $10.00
*** 50% OFF ***
ALL ENTRY FEES FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL AND VETERANS
MILITARY DISCOUNT CODE: HERO50
Race Director:
Daniel Lorenzo
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 843-662-1910
REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO RECEIVE THE 2024 RACE T-SHIRT.
Event Schedule & Additional Information:
Packet Pickup: 1:30-4:30pm- Sunday, May 26th
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup: 6:30-7:30am
Military Tribute: 7:30am
Race Start Time: 8:00am
Post Race party: Red, White, and Blue Pancake Breakfast after race
Location of Packet Pickup and Race: St Anthony School, 2536 Hoffmeyer Rd Florence, SC 29501
Benefits: St. Anthony School and the American Red Cross
5k Course Map
10k Course Map
Event special notes:
Strollers & wheelchairs welcome
Listen to music while running
Leashed pets welcome
Follow the signs and parking attendants
Handicapped parking available
No age restrictions for any race
Awards: (Overall Awards are based on Gun Time)
Overall Male / Female: 1 male (5k), 1 female (5k), 1 male (10k), 1 female (10k)
Masters (40+) Male / Female: 1 male (5k), 1 female (5k), 1 male (10k), 1 female (10k)
Age Group Awards for Male / Female
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place in each age group after the overall and masters awards
10k Age Groups - 10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
5k Age Groups - 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Entry Fees:Race/Walk
Through April 30
May 1 - May 27
10k
$40.00
$45.00
5k
$30.00
$35.00
Honor Walk - Individual $15.00
Kids' Fun Run - ages 9 and Under $10.00
*** 50% OFF ***
ALL ENTRY FEES FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL AND VETERANS
MILITARY DISCOUNT CODE: HERO50
Race Director:
Daniel Lorenzo
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 843-662-1910
Races
-
5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 26th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO RECEIVE THE RACE T-SHIRT. -
10K Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 26th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO RECEIVE THE RACE T-SHIRT. -
1 Mile Honor Walk
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 26th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$16.90
REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO RECEIVE THE RACE T-SHIRT. -
Kids Fun Run - Ages 9 and Under
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 26th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$11.60
REGISTER BY MAY 6TH TO RECEIVE THE RACE T-SHIRT.
Run for the Heroes 5K, 10K, & Fun Walk