Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk

Upstate Race Series  /  Upstate Brew Series Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Run/Walk 2 MI The most paws-itively hare-raising race of the year

Sat, Jan 2 2027

9:00 AM start

Bridgeway Station Simpsonville, SC

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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.

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Race Day Details

Saturday, January 2, 2027 at Bridgeway Station, 1000 Via Corso Avenue, Simpsonville, SC 29681. Get directions.

8:00 AM

Packet pickup opens 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.

9:00 AM

Start 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.

On course

Over the bridge and back 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.

Finish

Medal, photos and a cold one 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.

9:45 AM

Time limit 45 minutes.

After

Results and photos Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. Free event photos are usually up within 48–72 hours on our Facebook page.

 

Course or Race Highlight

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.

The 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 insideFree 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.

✓	Race Branded Finisher Medal To commemorate the triumph.

✓	Custom Race Tattoo Wear the moment proudly.

✓	Event-Themed Giveaways A little extra swag for finishing strong.

✓	Race Stickers Keep the memory riding shotgun on your bottle, cooler, or laptop.

✓	Custom Race Socks First 100 participants. Move quickly, they go fast.

✓	Post Race Vibes and Media Coverage Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory — hang around at the finish line and celebrate.

From past races. See all race photos

 

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 these two series:

Upstate Brew SeriesUpstate Youth 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+

 

Giving Back

This race supports New Foundations Home for Children An Anderson nonprofit, founded in 1974, offering residential care, foster care and in-home services for struggling teens and vulnerable families. They host their own race too: COCOA 5K. Visit New Foundations Home for ChildrenCOCOA 5KDonate

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.

 

Groups & Teams

SAVE $5 GROUPS OF 5+ RUN CLUBS & CREWS Run it with your crew. Your club is probably already here. Join it when you register and save when your group hits 5. 1 Find your club 50+ Upstate run clubs are preloaded. 2 Join at sign-up Pick it during registration, or start your own crew. 3 Hit 5 runners Everyone in the group saves $5. Early sign-ups get it back automatically. ALREADY ON THE LIST Upstate Running ClubRockers Run ClubWR@DRunning for BrewsSwamp CommonersHub City RunnersDouble Stamp Run Club+ 44 more Find your clubRegister with your crew

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

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

No

Are dogs allowed on the course? Of course. Are headphones or earbuds allowed? Yes — jam away. 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. What happens if there's bad weather? Upstate Race Series races run rain or shine. In the event of lightning, extreme heat, or hazardous winter conditions, we'll post an update on this page and email registered runners as early as possible. Entry fees aren't refunded for weather delays — see Managing Your Registration below. Can spectators come watch? Spectators are welcome. Runner parking fills up race morning — if you're only here to cheer, plan for overflow parking nearby. When will results and photos be available? Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. Free event photos are usually up within 48–72 hours on our Facebook page — we'll tag the album so it's easy to find.  

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. Manage my registration

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