Event Description
Create a new holiday tradition and immerse yourself in the magic of the season by being one of the first to see the 1st Annual Lights 4 Paws 5K Run/Walk at Lynches River County Park, on Saturday, November 22nd! Experience a nighttime, enchanting run/ walk through a stunningly illuminated course, complete with a variety of captivating light displays and festive features that are sure to uplift your spirit! Embrace the holiday spirit by donning your favorite festive attire—perfect for capturing delightful photo opportunities! Our costume contest is set to be a highlight of the evening, with prizes awarded for the most creative Christmas costume and the tackiest sweater to cross the finish line. Don't forget your furry companions! A friendly reminder to keep your dogs leashed and to clean up after them, as park rules apply. Every participant in the 5K Run/Walk will receive a one-of-a-kind toboggan to keep you cozy this winter. But that's not all—winners in the Overall, Masters, and Grandmasters categories will win a mouthwatering homemade 12" cheesecake! Don’t let this unique, joyful event pass you by—register today and be part of an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind evening in Florence County!
Lights 4 Paws 5K Run/Walk
Type: 5K Run/Walk
Date:11/22/2025
Start Time:5:30 PM
Location: Lynches River County Park
Address:5094 Country Park Rd, Coward SC, 29530
Proceeds: Florence Area Humane Society
Course Map:
Coming Soon!
Race Swag:
Toboggan Hats: Register early to guarantee your hat today!
Awards:
- Top Overall Male and Female
- Top Masters Male and Female
- Top Grand Masters Male and Female
- Cheesecakes to top Overall Awards (6 Total)
- Top 3 Male and Female in each Age Group
Age Groups:
9 & Under; 10-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; & 70+
5K Fees:
- Very Early Registration Price thru 10/13 - $30
- Early Registration Price thru 10/14-10/31 - $35
- Late Registration Price thru 11/1-11/21 - $40
- Day of Race Price - $45
Packet Pickup Location and Time:
- Lynches River County Park
- 5094 Country Park Rd, Coward SC, 29530
- Coward SC, 29530
- Day of the Race 4:15pm-5:15pm
Event special notes:
- Strollers are welcome!
- Feel free to listen to music while running!
- Pets are welcome as long as they are on a leash.
- There are no age restrictions for the race!
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Race Director:
Liz, liz9358@msn.com
Additional Information:
Special Family Promotion - $5 off each family member up to 6 when registering together.
Prizes for:
Best Christmas Costume that Finishes the Race.
Ugliest / Tackiest Sweater that Crosses the Finish Line.
