Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk

  Upstate Race Series Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk Bridgeway Station · Simpsonville, SC

The most paws-itively hare-raising race of the year

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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.

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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:

Water available inside Free beer at the finish

What's Included

Free Beer at the Finish Included with entry — for the humans, not the dogs. Custom Race Bib Your badge of the journey. Chip Timing & Live Results Track your effort, splits included. Custom Finisher Medal To commemorate the triumph. Custom Race Tattoo Wear the moment proudly. Event-Themed Giveaways A little extra swag for finishing strong. Race Sticker Keep the memory riding shotgun on your bottle, cooler, or laptop. Wildly Charged Hydration Sample A little extra refresh after you've conquered the trail. Custom Race Socks First 100 participants. Move quickly, they go fast. Post-Race Vibes

Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory — hang around at the finish line and celebrate.

Race Awards

Top 3 Overall (Male & Female) The fastest three finishers will each receive a trophy to honor their achievement at the front of the pack. Age Group Awards (Male & Female) The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each of 15 age categories will earn an age group medal — a custom piece to add to your finisher's lanyard at the end of the event. Series Recognition This race counts toward season-long age group recognition in this series: Upstate Brew Series Giving Back

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.

Upstate Giving Series Age Group Categories 0–9 10–12 13–16 17–19 20–29 30–34 35–39 40–44 45–49 50–54 55–59 60–64 65–69 70–79 80+

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

Are dogs allowed on the course? Of course. Are headphones or earbuds allowed? Yes — jam away. Can someone else pick up my packet for me? No. Is there race-day registration? Yes, you can register using your mobile device until the gun goes off. Where are the start and finish lines? At the green tent and arch, between the large chalices at the entrance to Bridgeway Station — the castle-looking place, if you have never been before. Is there gear check or somewhere to leave personal items? No, but your car will be within 100 meters of all the action and the start/finish lines. Are there restrooms near the start/finish? Not on course, but there are bathrooms inside Bridgeway Station. Will I get a medal or a shirt? All finishers receive a medal. You can purchase a shirt when you register, or visit our Apparel Now store and have one shipped directly to your house.

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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