Race for the Grasshopper

JAN

10

2026

Celebrate the 50th Race for the Grasshopper 5K at historic Cowpens National Battlefield in Gaffney on Jan 10, 2026. Enjoy a scenic single loop on paved battlefield roads and help mark this milestone in America 250th year.

Sat 10 Jan 2026

Gaffney, South Carolina

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event overview

The 50th Annual Race for the Grasshopper 5K takes place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Gaffney, SC (29341) at Cowpens National Battlefield. The event marks the race's 50th edition and coincides with the country's 250th year anniversary. Entry fee for the listed event is $40. Registration closes on January 10, 2026.

Course and logistics

The race is a 5K held on a single loop course on the paved road at Cowpens Battlefield. Early packet pickup is scheduled Friday, January 9 at Gotta Run Spartanburg. Race-day packet pickup is available at the Cowpens Battlefield office parking lot. There is no race-day sign up.

Awards and policies

Awards are given to the top three overall finishers in open, masters, and grandmasters categories. Age-group awards are offered for the following divisions: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, and 75 & over. Age-group winners receive a Grasshopper 5K journal. Organizers state they cannot offer refunds or deferrals; events may be rescheduled for safety due to weather. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km