South Carolina · 5K
Race for the Grasshopper 5K
Race for the Grasshopper 5K is a 5K event held in Gaffney, South Carolina. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, January 9, 2027.
- Race day
- January 9, 2027
- Location
- Gaffney, SC
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, January 9, 2027
- Location
- Gaffney, South Carolina
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:30 AM EST
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface
About the Race for the Grasshopper 5K
At the close of the Battle of Cowpens in 1781, two American officers—confident in victory—raced for the ultimate prize, a British three-pounder cannon, called the “Grasshopper”. Bib numbers and shirts can be picked up morning of the race or Friday Jan 10th from 5-7pm at Gotta Run Spartanburg. Race will start at 8:30am on January 9th No Race Day Sign Up We will not be able to offer refunds or Deferrals- Weather can be an issue in January some years we have to reschedule for safety. Early packet …
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Race for the Grasshopper 5K: common questions
- When is the Race for the Grasshopper 5K?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, January 9, 2027.
- Where is the Race for the Grasshopper 5K held?
- In Gaffney, South Carolina.
- What distances does the Race for the Grasshopper 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Race for the Grasshopper 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Race for the Grasshopper 5K?
- Yes — registration is open. $30 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Race for the Grasshopper 5K start?
- 8:30 AM EST.
- What is the course like at the Race for the Grasshopper 5K?
- Loop course; Road surface.
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