Lucky to be at Lester 5K Walk/ Run

We invite you to lace up your sneakers and join us for the 2nd Annual Lucky to Be at Lester 5K on Saturday, March 7th! This fun and festive leprechaun-themed race is a celebration of our school spirit while supporting Lester Elementary Student Activities.

Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun afternoon of running, walking, and cheering in your favorite green gear. The race begins at 8:00am starting and ending at Briggs Elementary. All proceeds will go directly toward funding enriching experiences and activities for Lester Elementary students.

Don’t forget to look out for some mischievous leprechauns along the route, and we hope you cross the finish line feeling lucky to be part of the Lester community. Sign up today—we can’t wait to see you there!

Lucky to be at Lester 5K Walk/Run:
Type: 5K
Date: March 7, 2026
Start Time: 8:00am
Location: Briggs Elementary School
Address: 1012 Congaree Dr. Florence, SC
Proceeds: Lester Elementary

Race Day Schedule:
Packet Pickup starts at 7:00am
Race Starts at 8:00am
Awards start approximately 9:10am

T-Shirts:
Are available to anyone who registers before the end of the day on February 22 

Shirt Sizes:
Adult: XS-XXL
Youth- S-L

5K Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female in each Age Group
Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

5K Fees:
Early Registration up to Feb. 22: $40
Late Registration Feb. 23- March 7: $45
Day of Registration: $50

Event Special Notes:
Are strollers welcome: Yes
Can people listen to music while running? Yes
Are pets welcome? Yes
Are there parking restrictions that people should know about? Space is available around the school
Are there any age restrictions? No

Race Director:
Jordan Kirby- jkirby@fsd1.org or 843-954-5014