[Chase the Rainbow 5k logo]
Upstate Race Series / Upstate Brew Series

CHASE THE RAINBOW 5K RUN/WALK





5K
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an Irish red





Sat, Mar 13
2027
11:00 AM
start
Bridgeway Station
Simpsonville, SC

Register [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=83998]

Course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3483449912998729424]Directions [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=1000+Via+Corso+Avenue+Simpsonville+SC+29681]Race groups [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/83998]Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Simpsonville/ChaseTheRainbow5k]Results [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/83998]Race photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/SC/Simpsonville/ChaseTheRainbow5k]Apparel [https://upstateraceseries.myshopify.com/collections/chase-the-rainbow-5k]



A flat, fast 5K on a shamrock-strewn path, starting right at the Bridgeway Station entrance and climbing up and over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge before settling onto the Swamp Rabbit Trail. It starts at eleven in the morning, which is late enough to sleep in and early enough that the beer at the finish still counts as brunch.

Runner Feedback



RACE DAY DETAILS

Saturday, March 13, 2027 at Bridgeway Station, 1000 Via Corso Avenue, Simpsonville, SC 29681. Get directions [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=1000+Via+Corso+Avenue+Simpsonville+SC+29681].

9:30 AM


Packet pickup opens
At Bridgeway Station, starting 90 minutes prior to the race. Come and enjoy a pre-run beer on us.

11:00 AM


Start
Chase the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk starts at the entrance to Bridgeway Station.

On course


Up and over the bridge
Runners dash onto a shamrock-strewn path, climbing up and over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge before joining the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

Finish


Water, beer and a medal
Water jugs are waiting at the finish line. Bring a personal cup to fill. Free beer for participants 21 and over, live music, event-themed giveaways, complimentary race photos, and a finisher medal.

12:00 PM


Time limit
1 hour.

After


Results and photos
Live results post to the RunSignUp results page as each runner finishes. Free event photos are usually up within 4872 hours on our Facebook page.



COURSE OR RACE HIGHLIGHT

Five kilometers is the distance most people can talk a friend into, and this is the version of it built for exactly that paved, flat, forgiving, with one bridge to give the photos some drama. Come dressed for the day. Green is encouraged, and it has never once been the strangest thing anyone wore to this race.

Packet pickup opens 90 minutes before the gun, and there is a pre-run beer waiting for anyone who wants one. Afterward, free beer at the finish for participants 21 and over, live music, event-themed giveaways, complimentary race photos, and a finisher medal. Your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series.

[Runners crossing the Bridgeway Station bridge]

THE LEPRECHAUN TROTS PATH

Starting right at the Bridgeway Station entrance, runners dash onto a shamrock-strewn path, climbing up and over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge before joining the Swamp Rabbit Trail. A flat-and-fast setup with one honest bridge climb in it.
View the course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3483449912998729424]



WHAT'S INCLUDED

A PRE-RUN BEER ON US
Packet pickup opens 90 minutes early. Come enjoy one first.

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.

POST RACE VIBES AND MEDIA COVERAGE
Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory hang around at the finish line and celebrate.

[Two runners in green tutus on the bridge]
[Runner in a green horned hat and orange braids]
[Runner in a leprechaun hat running with his son]

From the 2026 race. See all race photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/SC/Simpsonville/ChaseTheRainbow5k]



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 three series:

Upstate Brew Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateBeer]Upstate Road Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/RunInPointSeries]Upstate Youth Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/Youth]

Age Group Categories

09
1012
1316
1719
2029
3034
3539
4044
4549
5054
5559
6064
6569
7079
80+



GIVING BACK



This race supports
Julie Valentine Center
A Greenville nonprofit giving free, confidential help to survivors of sexual assault and child abuse, including a 24/7 crisis line. They host their own race too: Run2Overcome 5K & 10K. Visit Julie Valentine Center [https://www.julievalentinecenter.org/]Run2Overcome 5K & 10K [https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Greenville/Run2Overcome]Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Simpsonville/ChaseTheRainbow5k]

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 [https://upstategivingseries.com/].



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 club [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/83998]Register with your crew [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=83998]
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

Is there race-day registration?
Yes, you can register using your mobile device on race day.

Where are the start and finish lines?
At the entrance to Bridgeway Station.

Is there gear check or somewhere to leave personal items?
No, but your car will be within eyesight of the venue and the start/finish lines.

Are there restrooms near the start/finish?
Yes, there are bathrooms located within Bridgeway Station.

Will I get a medal or a shirt?
All finishers receive a medal. Shirts are available for purchase during registration or through the apparel store.

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 4872 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 [https://runsignup.com/Profile]

LET'S STAY CONNECTED

Follow along, gear up, and keep up with everything Upstate Race Series

This race
Register [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=83998]
Course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3483449912998729424]
Directions [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=1000+Via+Corso+Avenue+Simpsonville+SC+29681]
Race groups [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/83998]
Results [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/83998]
Race photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/SC/Simpsonville/ChaseTheRainbow5k]
Race apparel [https://upstateraceseries.myshopify.com/collections/chase-the-rainbow-5k]
Manage my registration [https://runsignup.com/Profile]

Series & giving
Upstate Brew Series [https://runsignup.com/Series/UpstateBeer]
Upstate Giving Series [https://upstategivingseries.com/]
Julie Valentine Center [https://www.julievalentinecenter.org/]
Run2Overcome 5K & 10K [https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Greenville/Run2Overcome]
Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/SC/Simpsonville/ChaseTheRainbow5k]

Upstate Race Series
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Info@UpstateRaceSeries.com
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