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Upstate Race Series

Bunny Hop 5K & Easter Egg Hunt Run/Walk

Lakewood Nature Preserve · Greenville, SC

A 5K and an egg hunt, in the same morning 🥚

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Five kilometers through Lakewood Nature Preserve, followed by an Easter egg hunt, with no cutoff and nothing to prove. This is the family entry point to the Upstate Race Series — the race where the four-year-old in the stroller and the parent pushing it both get a medal at the end.

Course or Race Highlight

Lakewood Nature Preserve is grassy trails and rolling hills just outside Greenville, with plenty of shade and the occasional deer or fox along the way. It is an easy, welcoming place to bring the whole family for a first race. The 10:00 AM start is deliberate — late enough to get everyone fed, dressed, and out the door without a fight.

There is no time limit on this one. Walk it, jog it, stop to look at the water, let the kids run ahead and then catch them. Every finisher receives a medal, and your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series.

Race Day Details

What	Bunny Hop 5K Run/Walk, with the Easter Egg Hunt to follow
When	Saturday, March 27, 2027 — 10:00 AM start
Where	Lakewood Nature Preserve, Greenville, SC — start and finish at The Barn
Address	220 Lakewood Drive, Greenville, SC 29607
Packet Pickup	9:00 AM at The Barn, an hour before the start.

Course

A 5K through Lakewood Nature Preserve's grassy trails, finishing at The Barn where the egg hunt takes place. There is no cutoff on this course — take your time and enjoy the preserve.

Parking

Parking is in the field lots adjacent to The Barn, where the finish line and egg hunt will be. There is a $5 fee paid during registration that covers your access to the preserve, so nothing is owed on race day.

Aid Stations

Water at the finish line.

Hydration:

Water at the finish line

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

What's Included

An Easter Egg Hunt

The race and the hunt are one event — bring the kids.

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.

No Clock Pressure

There is no cutoff. Take your time.

Post Race Vibes and Media Coverage

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.

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

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

$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?

Yes — and bunnies.

Are headphones or earbuds allowed?

Yes.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

No.

Is there race-day registration?

Yes, you can register on your mobile device on race day.

Where are the start and finish lines?

The finish is at The Barn, where the Easter Egg Hunt kicks off right after. The start line is nearby in the open field.

Is there gear check or somewhere to leave personal items?

No, but your car will be parked within eyesight.

Are there restrooms near the start/finish?

Yes, at The Barn where the finish line is located.

Will I get a medal or a shirt?

All finishers receive a medal. No shirts are available for this one.

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 — this one is built for family and friends cheering from the sidelines. Runner parking fills up race morning — if you're only here to cheer, plan for overflow parking nearby. You'll see your runner pass by every lap.

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.

Are kids and strollers welcome?

Yes — and the Easter Egg Hunt kicks off right after the race, so bring the whole crew.

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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