Jackrabbit Run 5K & 10K
About this race
Jackrabbit Run 5K & 10K
📅 May 9 | ⏰ 8:00 AM
🐇 Rabbit Fest Season Opener
Rabbit Fest season starts with a hop… and that hill.
Join us for the Jackrabbit Run 5K & 10K—where fast feet, strong legs, and a sense of humor are highly recommended. Racers are encouraged to dress in their best rabbit-themed gear as we kick off Rabbit Fest season in true Copperas Cove style.
Let’s talk about that hill.
You’ll know it when you see it.
You’ll remember it long after the race.
Conquer it, and bragging rights are yours.
Whether you’re chasing a PR or just here for the fun, costumes, and community vibes, this race sets the pace for an unforgettable Rabbit Fest season.
🐰 Run it.
🐰 Climb it.
🐰 Conquer that hill.
🎶 DJ pumping up the energy
🛍️ Vendors to explore
👕 FREE t-shirts for the first 150 registrants!
‼️ Register by April 7th to guarantee your shirt in your size!
📅 Date: May 9, 2026
📍 Location: Copperas Cove
Let’s make this a race to remember—whether you run, walk, or hop across the finish line! 🐇✨
Hosted by the Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau!
🏃 Race Categories:
Jackrabbit Run 5K/10K: A chip-timed challenge perfect for both beginners and experienced runners.
🌄 Course Highlights:
Experience the rolling hills and natural beauty of the Ogletree Gap area and THAT HILL. This scenic, challenging course will test your limits while providing stunning views. Can you survive that hill?
🏆 Awards:
Medals for the top 3 finishers in each age group.
Special recognition for overall male and female champions.
🏅 Cen-Tex Race Series:
The Jackrabbit Run is part of the Cen-Tex Race Series, adding an extra layer of friendly competition.
📦 Packet Pick-Up:
May 7th, 9:00am - 4:00pm at the Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce, 109 W. Ave D, Copperas Cove (New Location)
May 8th 1:00pm - 4:00pm at the Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce, 109 W. Ave D, Copperas Cove (New Location)
Morning of the Race Morning: 7:00 - 7:50 AM at the race site, 1878 Post Office Road. Copperas Cove.
🌟 Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to race, celebrate, and enjoy the community! Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and join us for a day of hare-raising fun!
Join fellow runners on May 12, 2022 for the Jackrabbit Run 5K & 10K. It's a fantastic 5K, 10K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Copperas Cove.
Pick your distance
Running
VIrtual 5K
Run the Jackrabbit Run 5K course between Thursday, May 12 at 8am and Friday, May 13 at 11:59pm and earn Cen-Tex series points! * Participants may only earn points in one event (live 5K, live 10K, virtual 5K). Age Groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29 etc. to 70+ Awards to the top M/F, and top 3 M/F per age group. No duplicate awards. All awards may be picked up at the Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce office after the event has finished.
Virtual 10K
Run the Jackrabbit Run 5K course between Thursday, May 12 at 8am and Friday, May 13 at 11:59pm and earn Cen-Tex series points! * Participants may only earn points in one event (live 5K, live 10K, virtual 5K). Age Groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29 etc. to 70+ Awards to the top M/F, and top 3 M/F per age group. No duplicate awards. All awards may be picked up at the Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce office after the event has finished.
5k
Shirts given to the first 200 registrants. If a size is no longer available to choose, all shirts that size have been claimed. Awards to overall M/F, and top 3 M/F per age group. No duplicate awards. Age Groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29 etc. to 70+ Race-day registration and packet pick-up from 6:30-7:30am at the race site. Race-day registration will take place on personal devices (phone, iPads, etc.); credit card only. This is a chip-timed event!
10k
Shirts given to the first 200 registrants. If a size is no longer available to choose, all shirts that size have been claimed. Awards to overall M/F, and top 3 M/F per age group. No duplicate awards. Age Groups: 11&U, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29 etc. to 70+ Race-day registration and packet pick-up from 6:30-7:30am at the race site. Race-day registration will take place on personal devices (phone, iPads, etc.); credit card only. This is a chip-timed event!
1 mile
Shirts given to the first 200 registrants. If a size is no longer available to choose, all shirts that size have been claimed. Race-day registration and packet pick-up from 6:30-7:30am at the race site. Race-day registration will take place on personal devices (phone, iPads, etc.); credit card only.
About Copperas Cove
Jackrabbit Run 5K & 10K takes place in Copperas Cove, Texas, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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