Register online or in person at GSSM.

Early Bird Registration - Ends January 31, 2026

Regular Registration - February 1 through race morning

5K Fees:
$25 early up to January 31st
$30 February 1st to Race Day
         Race Day Registration will be from 8:00am-8:50am
10 & Under are Free!!!
*children 13 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult racer for the child’s safety on the course!

GSSM Race is a 5k Run/Walk
Date: 2/28/2026
Check-In: 8:00AM - 8:50AM
Start Time: 9:00AM
Location: GSSM – 401 Railroad Ave, Hartsville SC
Proceeds: Night to Shine

The 5K is hosted by FWD, a student organization that promotes healthy, balanced lifestyles and supports mental wellness. FWD builds school pride and community through activities that encourage empathy, social connection, and emotional wellbeing. 

Each year, FWD organizes the GSSM 5K for Mental Health Awareness to highlight the importance of mental health. Proceeds from this year's race benefit Night to Shine, a prom experience for individuals with special needs, ages 14 and up, in Hartsville. 

5K Run Course Map: COURSE MAP FOUND HERE

RACE SHIRT

Register by January 31, 2026 to guarantee your race shirt. 

After that date, shirts will be first-come, first-served.

Shirt Sizes:
Youth- Small, Medium, Large
Adult - Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2XL,

5K Run Awards:

(Overall Awards and Age Group Awards are based on Gun Time)
-Top 3 Overall Male / Female
-Top Racer with a stroller
-1st Male/ Female in each Age Group

5K Run Age Groups:
10 & Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

5K Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male and Female 
Top Racer with a stroller 
1st Place Male and Female 10 & Under  
1st Place Male and Female 11-19  
1st Place Male and Female 20-29  
1st Place Male and Female 30-39  
1st Place Male and Female 40-49  
1st Place Male and Female 50-59  
1st Place Male and Female 60+ 
Largest GSSM Team  
Largest Community Team  

This Race is a Pee Dee Grand Prix Event