Run for the Heroes 5K, 10K, & Fun Walk
- Date
- May 25, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 10K Run · 1 Mile Honor Walk & more
From the Organizer
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 5TH TO RECEIVE THE 2026 RACE T-SHIRT.
Event Schedule & Additional Information:
- Packet Pickup: 1:30-4:30pm- Sunday, May 24th
- Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup: 6:30-7:30am
- Military Tribute: 7:30am
- Race Start Time: 10K 8:00am, 5K & 1 Mile Honor Walk 8:05am, Kids Fun Run 8:45am
- 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
Course Maps:
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
Age Groups:
- 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+
5K Entry Fees:
- Through April 30- $30.00
- May 1 - May 25: $35.00
10K Entry Fees:
- Through April 30-$40.00
- May 1 - May 25-$45.00
1 Mile Honor Walk Fees:
- 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
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
Race Director:
Daniel Lorenzo
Email: runfortheheroes.5k.10k@gmail.com
Phone: 843-662-1910
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run for the Heroes 5K, 10K, & Fun Walk?
- Run for the Heroes 5K, 10K, & Fun Walk is a running event held in Florence, SC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Run for the Heroes 5K, 10K, & Fun Walk?
- Monday, May 25, 2026 in Florence, SC at 2536 Hoffmeyer Road, Florence, SC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for the Heroes 5K, 10K, & Fun Walk?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Run for the Heroes 5K, 10K, & Fun Walk
May 25, 2026