Florence, South Carolina – Marking a decade of tradition and community spirit, the long-awaited 10th Annual Flo-Town 5K Run/Walk is scheduled to take place in the center of Florence. The City of Florence Employee Wellness Program and Florence Track Club have teamed this year to offer an interesting mix of natural beauty, history, and fierce rivalry.
Planned for April 26, 2025, the race will begin at 9:00 AM from the site of the City Waste Water Management Facility. This location not only acts as the base but also helps participants with its recently constructed LEED® Certified Administration & Laboratory Building, which offers modern conveniences such as showers and toilets following the race.
Particularly noteworthy is the beautiful and historic path of the race course. It goes across the Freedom Florence Connections section of the Florence Trail System, which stretches roughly 8 miles east side of the city.
Participants will experience a journey through time as they run or walk alongside the tranquil Jeffries Creek and through areas rich with Civil War history. The trail crosses the southern wall of the former Florence Stockade, a site originally utilized as a Confederate prisoner-of-war camp, over a boardwalk bridge.
Adding to the allure, the course meanders through a natural woodland area, across boardwalks surrounding the Freedom Florence pond, and into a broom straw field historically used as a lookout area with guard posts and rifle pits during the Civil War. The race ends back at the Waste Water Management Facility, allowing a loop of historical curiosity mixed with natural beauty.
Early in the morning on race day at 8:00 AM, registration for the event opens; all funds go toward supporting the Florence Track Club. To ensure a commemorative t-shirt, which comes in an adult range from XS to 3XL, participants are advised to register by April 16.
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The event is specifically meant to be inclusive; strollers are allowed even if some of the trail sections might pose difficulties. Music lovers can also enjoy their playlists while running, and dog owners can bring well-socialized animals—provided they stay on leashes and under supervision.
The Flo-Town 5K also stands out for its competitive spirit with awards categories that include Top Male & Female overall, Masters Male and Female, and even Top 3 Canines, ensuring that furry friends get their moment of glory. Age group awards will be given across a spectrum from 9 and under to 60 and above, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine.
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The Flo-Town 5K is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of Florence’s rich legacy and dynamic community spirit with its mix of natural beauty, historical paths, and community emphasis. This event promises a unique day full of fun, exercise, and historical learning regardless of your level of experience running, walking casually, or supporting spectator.
Details:
Registration prices:
Early registration up to 4/16/25 – $35.00
Late registration & day of event:Â $45.00
You can register here.
Event Social Media:
Facebook page –Â https://www.facebook.com/FloTown5KRunWalk/
Race Director:
Amanda Pope, [email protected] ; 843-665-3113
