Peace, Love & AMM
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Location
- 1200 Toolebeck Road, Aiken, SC
- Distance
- Peace, Love & AMM 5K Run/Walk · Peace, Love & AMM-Virtual Race · Peace, Love & AMM 5K Run/Walk with T-SHIRT & more
From the Organizer
Join Us for the 3rd Annual Peace, Love & AMM 5K Run/Walk
Help us celebrate the life and legacy of Ann Marie McGhee by participating in this meaningful event. Whether you walk, run, or cheer from afar, your support helps carry forward her message of peace, love, and inclusion.
🌟 All proceeds benefit the Ann Marie McGhee Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to honoring Ann Marie’s legacy through scholarships and recognition of students who embody her values.
About Ann Marie McGhee
Every now and then, someone enters the world and leaves it brighter. Ann Marie McGhee was one of those rare souls. A passionate educator, loving friend, and tireless advocate for every child, Mrs. McGhee had a gift for making everyone feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
Her classroom was a place of acceptance, curiosity, and growth. She didn’t just teach—she inspired. Her impact lives on in the lives of her students, colleagues, and the community she served so faithfully at Horse Creek Academy.
Ann Marie was:
- Inclusive and kind to all
- A natural problem solver and lifelong learner
- Deeply committed to education
- Proud of her school and her students
- A woman of warmth, wisdom, and heart
Scholarships & Legacy Awards
To continue her legacy, the Foundation awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior who reflects Ann Marie’s values:
2024 Recipient: Matt Godson
2025 Recipient: Ashtyn Poston
2026 Recipient: CAMERON COOK
In addition, the Ann Marie McGhee Award is presented each year to a fifth-grade student at Horse Creek Academy who exemplifies traits Ann Marie held dear—kindness, dedication, helpfulness, curiosity, and school pride.
2023 Winner: Emily Ann Moore
2024 Winner: Mason Aaron
2025 Winner: Kathryn McKibbin
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
91°
Typical Low
69°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Aiken 2 E, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Aiken, SC
Elevation
434 ft
Nearest Airport
AGS
Augusta Regional At Bush Field · 22 mi
Major Hub
SAV
Savannah Hilton Head International Airport · 103 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Peace, Love & AMM?
- Peace, Love & AMM is a running race held in Aiken, 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 Peace, Love & AMM?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Aiken, South Carolina at 1200 Toolebeck Road, Aiken, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Peace, Love & AMM?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Peace, Love & AMM
Aug 22, 2026