End Alzheimer's 5K takes place at 989 State Rd in Cheraw, South Carolina on May 15, 2027. The race features a 5K distance with a typical start time of 8:30 AM. Entry fees range from $30.00 to $40.00.
From the Race Organizer
The Purple Crusaders are hosting the 6th Annual Longest Day Walk fundraiser and are excited to offer the END ALZHEIMER’S 5K Pee Dee Grand Prix event on Saturday, May 15th at Arrowhead Park in Cheraw. Registration required for 5K Race participants. FREE to Walk! Donations accepted to Purple Crusaders with proceeds to support local initiatives to ENDALZ. The Purple Crusaders are a nonprofit 501c3 organization in the Cheraw/Chesterfield area. Our mission is to advocate for families dealing with Alzheimer's disease by raising funds and awareness for care, support, and research. End Alzheimer’s 5K Type: 5k Date: May 15, 2027 Start Time: 8:30am Location: Arrowhead Address: 989 State Rd., Cheraw, SC 29520 Proceeds: The Purple Crusaders quest to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Race Day Schedule: Packet Pickup – Day of Race 7am to 7:45am at Arrowhead Park Longest Day ceremony and information - 7:30 Race Start Time - 8:30 5K Course Map: Coming Soon Shirts: Will be available for all participants who register by April 25, 2027 Shirt Sizes: Adult – S, M, L, XL, XXL Youth- S, M, L 5K Awards: (Overall Awards are based on Gun Time) Overall Male / Female Top 3 Top 3 in each age group Age Group: 9 and under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ 5K Fees: $30 until April 25 $35 after April 25 to May 14 $40 race day Event special notes: Strollers are Welcome Feel free to listen to music while you run. Sorry NO PETS Allowed Packet Pickup Location and time: Arrowhead Park 989 State Park Rd. Cheraw, SC 29520 Under the covered picnic table area Time of packet pick up 5/14 4pm-6pm; 5/15 7:00am-7:45am Like, Follow, Share: Facebook: Purple Crusaders Working To End Alzheimer’s Race Director: Grant Caulder grantcaulder@shtc.net, 843-910-1296 Joe Stanton, 843-287-8718 Additional Information: Volunteers Needed to support a great cause!
Course & Travel Notes
The End Alzheimer's 5K takes place in Cheraw, South Carolina on May 15, 2027, with an 8:30 AM start time, which is 2 hours and 13 minutes after sunrise at 6:17 AM. The venue sits at 177 feet elevation. Florence Regional Airport is located 37.4 miles from the race venue. Typical weather normals for May in the area show average highs of 81°F and average lows of 58°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 32% of days.
⛰️ 177 ft elevation☀️ Typically 81°F / 58°F · 32% chance of rain✈️ Florence Regional Airport (FLO) — 37.4 mi
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End Alzheimer’s 5K 2027 — Cheraw, SC takes place on May 15, 2027. The race is held in Cheraw, South Carolina.
Where is End Alzheimer’s 5K 2027 — Cheraw, SC held?
End Alzheimer’s 5K 2027 — Cheraw, SC is held at 989 State Rd in Cheraw, South Carolina.
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