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Red White & Brew 5k

Celebrate this day of FREEDOM

STARS BANNERS & BEER!

🎇 Freedom, fitness, and fun await—grab your red, white, and running shoes and let’s make sparks fly! 🇺🇸💥

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Red White & Brew 5K Run/Walk

Bridgeway Station · Simpsonville, SC

Stars, banners and beer 🎆

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Freedom, fitness, and fun await. Grab your red, white, and running shoes and let's make sparks fly. A flat, fast, all-paved 5K at 6:30 in the evening, starting right at the Bridgeway Station entrance and storming up and over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge before running through Holland Park and the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

This is a summer evening race, which changes everything about how it feels. The heat has come off the pavement, the light is going gold, and by the time you finish, the whole of Bridgeway Station is turning into a party. Directional arrows mark every turn, and off-duty officers hold the course, which is why the 60-minute limit is firm rather than a formality — the roads have to reopen.

Afterward: a cold brew from Bridgeway Brewing Company, The City Market with several food vendors, and all-American tunes under the stars. DJ Uncle Sam himself might even make an appearance. Every finisher gets a patriotic medal and a custom red-white-and-blue race bib, and your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series.

Race Day Details

What	Red White & Brew 5K Run/Walk
When	Friday, July 2, 2027 — 6:30 PM start
Where	Bridgeway Station, Simpsonville, SC
Address	1000 Via Corso Ave, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Packet Pickup	Begins one hour before the race at Bridgeway Station and closes 15 minutes prior to the start. No proxy pickups.
Time Limit	60 minutes. This is due to the course being secured by off-duty officers and the need to open roads back up to the general public.

Course

All paved, flat and fast. Starting right at the Bridgeway Station entrance, runners charge onto the battlefield, storming up and over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge, then run through Holland Park and the Swamp Rabbit Trail and around the main parking lot. Directional arrows mark every turn.

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Parking

Ample parking at Bridgeway Station, and it is free.

Aid Stations

No water on course, but there is water at the finish line along with free beer and non-alcoholic options.

Available snacks:

The City Market food vendors at the finish

Hydration:

Water at the finish line Free beer from Bridgeway Brewery Non-alcoholic options

What's Included

Free Beer at the Finish

From Bridgeway Brewing Company. Non-alcoholic options available.

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.

Wildly Charged Hydration Sample

A little extra refresh after you've conquered the trail.

Custom Red-White-and-Blue Bib

Freedom-filled swag to match.

Post-Race Vibes

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.

Series Recognition

This race counts toward season-long age group recognition in this series:

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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.

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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+

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, of course.

Are headphones or earbuds allowed?

Yes, but be mindful of your surroundings — there are a few road crossings manned by off-duty officers, and they have the final say on your ability to cross.

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 up until the gun goes off.

Where are the start and finish lines?

Both are in front of the cobble brick entrance to Bridgeway Station and the various vendors — we like to call it next to the big castle.

Is there gear check or somewhere to leave personal items?

No, but you can leave your things in your car, which will be within eyesight of the start/finish lines.

Are there restrooms near the start/finish?

Yes, there are bathrooms inside Bridgeway Station.

Is the course marked and safe?

Yes. The course is marked and manned at the three main intersections by off-duty police officers from Mauldin PD. The course does run around the main parking lot, which stays open to patrons of the facility, but runners have the right of way.

Do I get a beer included with registration?

Yes, one beer from Bridgeway Brewery. They have non-alcoholic beverages available as well.

Will I get a medal or a shirt?

All finishers get a medal. You can order a shirt during registration or from our store link on the registration page.

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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