Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk
- Date
- January 2, 2027
- Distance
- Hare of the Dog 2 Mile
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
🐰🐶 Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Race 🐶🐰
No pup!? Bring your own BARK bark! SQUEAK squeak!
Hey there, fur-iends and fluff enthusiasts, welcome to the most paws-itively hare-raising race of the year! We're the Upstate Race Series, and we've cooked up a 2-mile dash that’s as quick as a bunny and as playful as a pup!
Whether you bring your pet pal, a friend that’s furry, or if you’re flying solo (just hop on over and make a new fur-iend), this race promises fast, fun, and a dash of silliness. Our course is 100% paved—super speedy with only one itty-bitty hill at the very end.
Why Join Our Woof-tastic & Hoppin’ Good Time?
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For All Ages: Kids, canines, and even the grown-ups shaking off the last night’s antics are welcome! 🎉
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Family-Friendly Fun: It’s the perfect way to kickoff the New Year with a furry flourish and a hoppin’ good run!
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Community Vibes: Join a pack and a burrow full of friends who all share a love for racing and a bit of mischief
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FREE BEER at the finish🍺
Event Details:
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📍 Where: Bridgway Station: 1000 Via Corso Ave, Simpsonville, SC 29681
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🕓 When: Race starts at 9:00 AM (Pack your treats and prepare for some serious tail wagging!)
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📦 Packet Pickup: Begins 1 hour before the race—get your bib and your groove on!
Awards & Shiny Things:
🏆 Overall winners will snag epic prizes at the finish line, and our Age Group Awards will be announced one hour after the event. So whether you're the swift bunny or the speedy pup, there’s something shiny waiting just for you!
📍 Course Map Click HERE
This race course at Bridgeway Station is primed for speedy strides and friendly competition between the hares and the hair on the back of your furry friend! You’ll be racing through our fast & fun route that winds over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge and along the connecting paths of the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Remember—stay to the right on your way out and back so all our runners and four-legged companions can trot together in perfect harmony! So, c’mon, hop to it and wag along to a race that’s more fun than a game of fetch on a sunny day! Lace up, show up, and let’s make this New Year at Bridgeway Station a howlin’ and hoppin’ good time! 🐾🎉
BARK, BARK! SQUEAK, SQUEAK!
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
53°
Typical Low
30°
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk
- Date
- January 2, 2027
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk?
- Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk is a running race held in Simpsonville, South Carolina on January 2, 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 Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk?
- Saturday, January 2, 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 Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk
Jan 2, 2027