Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk
When is Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk?
Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk takes place on Saturday, January 2, 2027 in Simpsonville, SC.
What distances does Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk offer?
Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk offers 1 event: Hare of the Dog 2 Mile.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hare of the Dog 2 Mile | 2.0 mi | $19.00 | Register |
How much does Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk cost?
Registration for Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk starts at $19.00.
Where is Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk held?
Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk is held in Simpsonville, SC at 1000 Via Corso Avenue.
About Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk
Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk
The most paws-itively hare-raising race of the year
Two miles, one hill, and a beer waiting at the end of it. This is the short, fast, unserious way to start a year — a paved sprint over the Bridgeway Station Bridge and out along the Swamp Rabbit Trail, done before most people have finished their first cup of coffee. Bring the dog, bring the pack, bring whoever you convinced to sign up on December 31st.
Two miles is an honest distance. It is long enough that going out too hard will cost you, and short enough that there is no hiding and no recovering — whatever pace you pick in the first quarter mile is roughly the pace you are going to live with. That makes for a genuinely fun race to watch and a genuinely uncomfortable one to run well, which is the point.
Afterward, stick around for music and a post-race party where you can groove, paw-ty, and celebrate with your pack. Every finisher gets a medal, complimentary race photos, and a cold one, and your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series.
Race Day Details
| What | Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk |
| When | Saturday, January 2, 2027 — 9:00 AM start |
| Where | Bridgeway Station, Simpsonville, SC |
| Address | 1000 Via Corso Avenue, Simpsonville, SC 29681 |
| Packet Pickup | Begins one hour before the race at our green arch and tent. You can register from your mobile device right up until the gun goes off. |
| Time Limit | 45 minutes. |
Course
One hundred percent paved and super speedy, with only one itty-bitty hill at the very end — which you will have plenty of time to think about on the way out. The route winds over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge and along the connecting paths of the Swamp Rabbit Trail. It is an out-and-back, so stay to the right on your way out and back and you will keep the traffic flowing for everyone.
View Course Map →Parking
Right at Bridgeway Station, and free. Your car will be within 100 meters of all the action and the start/finish line, so there is no long walk in and no long walk out.
Aid Stations
No aid station on course — on a two-mile route you will not need one. Water is available inside, and there is free beer at the finish for the humans.
Hydration:
What's Included
Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory — hang around at the finish line and celebrate.
Race Awards
Every Upstate Race Series event is part of the Upstate Giving Series, which connects our 30 races with 30 nonprofit organizations serving communities across the Upstate. Your registration and any donation you add at checkout go to work close to home — you are not just running a race, you are funding the work of a neighbor.
Groups & Teams
$5 Discount & Refund for Groups with 5+ Members
The Upstate Running Club welcomes all local and regional running clubs to our events — the more the merrier. Calling all running clubs and social run groups: Upstate Race Series welcomes crews of all kinds to join the fun. Whether your squad is full of weekend warriors, sunrise chasers, or runners motivated by the promise of a cold drink at the finish, we've got an event for you.
Sign up, share with friends and local running clubs, and cash in on race discounts and refunds when your team, run club, or band of misfits hits 5 runners or more.
Good to Know
Managing Your Registration
Everything about your entry lives in your RunSignUp profile. Sign in, find this race under your upcoming events, and make the change yourself — there is no need to email us first. From there you can:
| • | Transfer your entry to another runner |
| • | Switch to a different distance at this race |
| • | Transfer your entry to a different Upstate Race Series event |
| • | Update your personal details — name, address, emergency contact, shirt size |
| • | Manage add-ons, store items, and apparel purchases |
All entries are final. We do not offer refunds or deferrals — but every option above stays open to you right up to race day, so a change of plans does not have to mean a wasted entry.
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