Back2School 5K
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $25
From the Organizer
The 9th running of the Back2School 5K is a benefit run for South Florence High School Cross Country Team. The team will use funds raised to cover meet expenses, purchase training items and gear.
We are excited this year that Kona Ice will be onsite to refresh you with some cool treats.
The course is fast and flat through the neighborhood adjacent to the YMCA.
WALK or RUN with us. Dogs are welcome as long as they are on a leash.
See you there!
Back2School 5K
Type: 5K
Date: 8/22/2026
Start Time: 8:00 am
Location: Florence Family YMCA Friendship Park
Address: 1700 Rutherford Drive, Florence, SC 29505
Proceeds: South Florence Cross Country Team
Race Day Schedule:
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Packet Pickup: Friday 8/21: 4-6 pm
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Race day starting at 7:15am
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Race Start Time: 8:00 am
Shirts:
To be guaranteed a t-shirt, register by August 10, 2026
Adult - S, M, L, XL
Youth- YS, YM,YL
5K Awards (Awards are based on Gun Time)
Overall Male / Female: 1 male/ 1 female
Masters: 1 male/ 1 female
Age Group Awards for Male / Female: 3 in each
5K Age Groups:
11 & under (5th grade)
12- 18 (middle & high school)
19-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
5K Fees:
- Early Registration Price:
o Students (18 & under) registering by June 30, $20. Adults registering by June 30, $25 - July 1- August 11- $30
- Late Registration Price August 12- August 23- $40
Packet Pickup Location and time:
Florence Family YMCA Friendship Park
1700 Rutherford Drive
Florence, SC 29505
Time of packet pickup Friday August 21 from 4-6 pm
Come to the covered pavilion area at the park & playground
Please bring an ID
Event special notes:
Are strollers welcome? Yes
Can people listen to music while running? Yes
Are pets welcome? Yes- must be on leash or in pet stroller
Are there parking restrictions that people should know about? Not aware of any. Will set up cones day of race
Are there any age restrictions for any of the races? No- Children 11 and under must have a parent/ guardian either in the race OR at the start/ finish line.
Race Director:
Alexis Morris- alexis.morris@fsd1.org
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
90°
Typical Low
71°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Florence Rgnl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Florence, SC
City Elevation
104 ft
Nearest Airport
FLO
Florence Regional Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 55 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- What is the Back2School 5K?
- Back2School 5K is a running race held in Florence, South Carolina on August 22, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Back2School 5K?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Florence, South Carolina at 1700 Rutherford Drive. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Back2School 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Back2School 5K
Aug 22, 2026