Resolution Run/Walk

Upstate Race Series Resolution Run/Walk 9 HR–6 HR–3 HR Bring in the New Year with a few loose rocks

Sat, Jan 2 2027

9:00 AM start

Bridgeway Station Simpsonville, SC

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Set your own pace into 2027. Three hours, six hours, or nine — you pick the window, then run or walk as many laps of the two-mile loop as you want, can, or dare. For each lap you complete, drop a rock into your mug as a symbol of your progress and determination. Some people come for one lap and a coffee. Some people are still out there when the light goes flat in the afternoon. Both are the right answer.

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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 Starts at 8:00 AM at the Pavilion in front of Bridgeway Brewing Co. You can also register from your phone right up until the gun goes off.

9:00 AM

All windows start That makes this the rare race where a first-time walker and a seasoned ultrarunner can start together at 9:00 AM, share the same two-mile loop all day, and both end the day having done exactly what they came to do.

On course

Laps of the loop A scenic two-mile loop through Bridgeway Station, run as many times as your chosen window allows. Lap counting is on us; the rocks are on you.

Finish

A medal for every finisher However many laps you decide to log, every finisher receives a medal — the distance you choose is the distance that counts. There is music, a post-race hangout, and complimentary race photos, and your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series.

6:00 PM

Time limit Pick your window when you register: 3 hours (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM), 6 hours (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM), or 9 hours (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM). When your clock runs out, your day is done.

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

There is no finish line waiting to tell you when you are done here. You choose your own distance by choosing your own time, and the only question the clock asks is how much of it you want to spend moving. That makes this the rare race where a first-time walker and a seasoned ultrarunner can start together at 9:00 AM, share the same two-mile loop all day, and both end the day having done exactly what they came to do.

It is also a holiday send-off. Bring a leftover dish from the past season that needs to be eaten, and bring a container to take somebody else's home in — the Holiday Leftover Banquet is a real part of the day, not a joke on the flyer. There is music, a post-race hangout, and complimentary race photos, and your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series.

The Course

A scenic two-mile loop through Bridgeway Station, run as many times as your chosen window allows. The loop returns you past the start and past your car every couple of miles, which is what makes the format work — you are never more than a mile from your gear, your snacks, or a decision to call it a day. Lap counting is on us; the rocks are on you.

 

Parking

Bridgeway Station has ample parking right adjacent to the course, and it is free. Park as close to the facility as you can if you are going to use your car as your pit stop area — on a timed loop event, a well-stocked trunk is worth more than a well-stocked drop bag.

 

Aid Stations

One aid station on the two-mile loop, adjacent to the driveway entry and exit at Bridgeway Station — you will pass it every lap.

Available snacks

PicklesCookiesChipsAssorted candyFig NewtonsPretzelsHoliday leftovers

Hydration

WaterCokeGinger ale

Wildly Charged is our official hydration sponsor — look for the orange 5-gallon jugs at aid stations.

Cup-less event — please bring your own hydration vessel.  

What's Included

✓	Free On-Site Parking Park right next to the loop and use your car as your pit stop.

✓	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.

✓	A Rock for Every Lap Drop one in your mug each time around — your progress, stacking up where you can see it.

✓	Holiday Leftover Banquet Bring a dish that needs eating and a box to carry the rest home in.

✓	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

Every Finisher Earns a Medal

This one is not about the podium. However many laps you decide to log, every finisher receives a medal — the distance you choose is the distance that counts.

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 Ultra SeriesUpstate Road 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 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Upstate Matches Upstate children with volunteer adult mentors, from offices in Greenville and Spartanburg. They host their own race too: Run for Kids' Sake 5K. Visit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the UpstateRun for Kids' Sake 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

Are dogs allowed on the course?

Yes

Are headphones or earbuds allowed?

Yes

Can someone else pick up my packet for me? No — packet pickup is yours to collect. Is there race-day registration? Yes, you can register on race day using your mobile device. Where are the start and finish lines? Right at the entrance of Bridgeway Station, as you walk up to the big castle-looking building with the various vendors, bathrooms, and amenities inside. Is there gear check or somewhere to leave personal items? Not officially, but you are welcome to set up your own personal aid station — tent, table, chair, cooler — adjacent to the driveway coming in and out of Bridgeway Station, where the run course is located. Are there restrooms near the start/finish? Yes, there are bathrooms inside Bridgeway Station. Will I get a medal or a shirt? All finishers receive a medal. Apparel and accessories can be purchased in our Apparel Now store when you register, or from the store page. 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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