Chase the Rainbow 5k Run/Walk
- Date
- March 13, 2027
- Distance
- Chase the Rainbow 5k run/walk
From the Organizer
UDPATES for 2027 Races Coming Soon!
Potential Updates to Course, Location, Time
NEW Swag, Apparel, Medals, and MORE!
Registration set to open for this race on September 1st
The First 100 Participants Receive Custom Race Socks
☘️ Top o’ the evenin’ to ya, lads and lasses! ‘Tis I, St. Patrick, here to tell ya about the most magical event that'll have yer feet flyin’ faster than a leprechaun chasin’ his gold! 🌈🍀
🎉 Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in grand style with the Chase the Rainbow 5K – a jolly jaunt filled with craic (that’s fun, for ye non-Irish folk), color, and cheer! 🎽👟 Whether ye run like the wind or just fancy a stroll in your finest green garb 💚🎩, this enchanted evening race welcomes all to partake in the festive frolic! Set your sights on a scenic journey across the Bridgeway Station Bridge following the Rainbow all the way to the finish where every step is touched with the sparkle of Irish magic. Race fast or take it easy – whether yer chasing a PR or just the pot o’ gold at the end, ye’re sure to have a shamrockin’ good time! 🍀
🍻 After ye conquer the course, don’t go vanishin’ like a mischievous sprite! The celebration continues at Bridgeway Brewing Co, where the good times roll like a barrel of mead! 🎶🍺 Tap your toes to live music, clink glasses with your mates, and toast to yer victory with a mighty fine pint – there’s a brew for every brave soul! 📸 And fear not, memory keepers! We’ll be snappin’ free photos of all the fun – from your finest finish line poses to the clover-filled chaos after the race 📷🌈. Share ‘em with friends and fam and remember the day ye ran with rainbows!
🏁 Race Details:
🗓️ When: Saturday Morning – Race kicks off at 11:00am sharp! ⏰
📍 Where: Bridgeway Station - 1000 Via Corso Ave, Simpsonville, SC 29681
🎽 What: The most festive 5K in all the land – Chase the Rainbow 5K!
📦 Packet Pickup: 1 hour before the race at Bridgeway Station 🍻
🍺FREE BEER at the finish for individuals 21+
Course Info Strava Course Map – HERE
Starting right at the Bridgeway Station entrance, runners will dash onto a shamrock-strewn path, climbing up and over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge. This festive course will have every leprechaun—from the first pint-pourer to the last rainbow chaser—racing toward one treasure: the Pot o’ Gold Finish Line of Victory!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
64°
Typical Low
38°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fountain Inn 2 Sw, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Simpsonville, SC
Population
25,125
as of 2023
Elevation
774 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 83 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Chase the Rainbow 5k Run/Walk
- Date
- March 13, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Chase the Rainbow 5k Run/Walk?
- Chase the Rainbow 5k Run/Walk is a running race held in Simpsonville, South Carolina on March 13, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Chase the Rainbow 5k Run/Walk?
- Saturday, March 13, 2027 in Simpsonville, South Carolina at 1000 Via Corso Avenue, Simpsonville, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Chase the Rainbow 5k Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Chase the Rainbow 5k Run/Walk
Mar 13, 2027