The Doodle Trail Race Series is a running race on October 9, 2027 in Easley, SC, with entry fees from $15 to $50.
| Sat, Oct 9 2027 | 7:00 AM first start | Southern Weaving Easley, SC |
Join us on the Easley-Pickens Doodle Trail for a fun fall race series! The start and finish line will be in the amphitheater of Southern Weaving. Bring the whole family, and join us afterwards for a day full of fun for everyone.
Inaugural YearSaturday, October 9, 2027 at Southern Weaving, 210 Fern Street, Easley, SC 29640. Get directions.
| Fri 5–7 PM | Packet pickup The night before the race, on Friday, October 8th, swing by Southern Weaving to pick up your race packet and bib, and enjoy the amazing food that Southern Weaving has to offer. Bring the whole family and enjoy your pre-race night carb loading with your fellow runners out on the lawn. Local companies from around the Upstate will have booths where you can purchase some of your favorite running gear. |
| 7:00 AM | The Doodle Trail Half Marathon Looking for a longer railway? The half marathon starts first from the Southern Weaving amphitheater. |
| 7:30 AM | The Doodle Bug 5K Our inaugural Doodle Bug 5K, starting and finishing at the Southern Weaving amphitheater. |
| 10:00 AM | The Little Engine that Could 1 Mile Fun Run After the first two races, the kiddos venture out and back on the trail for their own 1 mile fun run. |
| After | Fall Vendor Market The day starts with the race series and goes right into a Fall Vendor Market full of local vendors from the Upstate, with a bounce house, face paint, and more. |
| After | Results and photos Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. |
The Doodle Trail is named after the historic shortline railroad that ran between Pickens and Easley, and every race runs on the Doodle Trail. The start and finish line will be in the amphitheater of Southern Weaving.
Looking for a longer railway? The half marathon is the longest run of the day on the Doodle Trail.
Our inaugural Doodle Bug 5K, starting and finishing at Southern Weaving.
An out-and-back mile for the kiddos once the 5K and half marathon are on their way.
Half marathon map5K mapFun run map| ✓ | Race T-Shirt Every participant receives a t-shirt. |
| ✓ | Finisher Medal Made by Hickory Handcrafted, right here in Easley, SC. |
| ✓ | Chip Timing & Live Results Results post live as each runner finishes. |
| ✓ | Packet Pickup Party Friday night food, fellow runners and local running vendors on the lawn at Southern Weaving. |
| ✓ | Family Fun After the Race Bounce house, face paint, and the Fall Vendor Market. |
| ✓ | Custom Medal Engraving For only $10, Matt Gregory of Hickory Handcrafted can add a custom engraving to your medal such as "5k PR 21:05", "Jack's first 1/2 marathon", or "I love running!" Add up to 3 lines of text. Just visit his table after the race to add even more to this meaningful day. |
| ✓ | Military and Veterans, to include spouses and dependents |
| ✓ | First Responders: law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, 911 dispatchers, and Search and Rescue teams, etc. |
| ✓ | Medical Personnel: nurses, doctors/physicians, medical techs, emergency room staff, and hospital support staff, etc. |
The top 3 in each race get an engraved railroad spike.
The top 3 get an engraved train whistle.
Medals and awards are provided by Hickory Handcrafted, located right here in Easley, SC.
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+ |
| This race supports Downtown Easley Inclusive Playground A portion of the proceeds will benefit the development of the Downtown Easley Inclusive Playground — a place where kids of every ability can play together. Visit the playground projectPlayground donationsDonate |
The Doodle Trail is part of the Upstate Giving Series, which connects Upstate races with the local nonprofits they serve. 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.
The Upstate Running Club welcomes all local and regional running clubs to our events — the more the merrier. Whether your squad is full of weekend warriors, sunrise chasers, or families out for the fun run, there is a distance for everyone on the Doodle Trail.
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.
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 |
| ✓ | Update your personal details — name, address, emergency contact, shirt size |
| ✓ | Manage add-ons, store items, and apparel purchases |
A special thank you to all of our sponsors! We could not put on this race without you.
Express — Title SponsorLocomotive — Supporting SponsorsTrolley — Community PartnersSponsorship spots are still open at every level. For all questions regarding sponsorship please email haydenmcabee@gmail.com.
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Typical High
76°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pickens, 6 mi from the venue.
Population
23,942
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,032 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 23 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 98 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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The Doodle Trail Race Series
Oct 9, 2027