Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk
When is Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk?
Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Simpsonville, SC.
What distances does Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk offer?
Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk offers 1 event: Beer & BBQ 5k.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beer & BBQ 5k | 5.0 km | $19.00 | Register |
How much does Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk cost?
Registration for Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk starts at $19.00.
Where is Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk held?
Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk is held in Simpsonville, SC at 1000 Via Corso Avenue.
About Beer & BBQ 5k Run/Walk
Beer & BBQ 5K Run/Walk
Fast course. Cold beer. Great barbecue. One unforgettable Saturday night. 🍺
Participant Feedback
Six o'clock on an October Saturday evening: a quick burst off the Bridgeway Station entrance, up and over the iconic bridge, then a fast, festive out-and-back through the heart of Bridgeway with smooth turns, big cheers, and just enough climb to earn what comes next. What comes next is a cold beer and a barbecue.
Course or Race Highlight
October evenings in the Upstate are close to perfect running weather, and a 5K is the distance that lets everyone in your group take part without anyone having to train for it. This is deliberately the easiest race on our calendar to say yes to — short, flat, paved, and over in the time it takes for the barbecue to finish.
Your registration includes a complimentary beer at the finish and access to the post-race barbecue celebration, with music, great vibes, and a Saturday-night atmosphere. Every finisher receives a medal, event-themed giveaways, a custom race sticker for your cooler, water bottle, or toolbox, and complimentary race photos. Your entry supports local nonprofits through the Giving Series.
Race Day Details
| What | Beer & BBQ 5K Run/Walk |
| When | Saturday, October 3, 2026 — 6:00 PM start |
| Where | Bridgeway Station, Simpsonville, SC |
| Address | 1000 Via Corso Avenue, Simpsonville, SC 29681 |
| Packet Pickup | One hour prior to race start at Bridgeway Station. No proxy pickups. You can also register from your phone on race day. |
| Time Limit | 1 hour. |
Course
Starting right at the Bridgeway Station entrance, runners kick things off with a quick burst of energy before charging up and over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge. From there, it's a fast, festive out-and-back style run through the heart of Bridgeway, with smooth turns, big cheers, and just enough climb to earn what comes next.
View Course Map →Parking
At Bridgeway Station, and free.
Aid Stations
No water on course, but there is water at the finish alongside your complimentary beer.
Available snacks:
Hydration:
Wildly Charged is our official hydration sponsor — look for the orange 5-gallon jugs at aid stations.
What's Included
Complimentary professional race photos capture the grit and the glory — hang around at the finish line and celebrate.
Race Awards
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.
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.
Good to Know
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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