The Piggyback Dash 10K, 5K, 2K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Date: 2025-09-27
• Location: 310 Autumn Hill Drive, Union, MO
• Beneficiary: All proceeds from the race will benefit The Lance Purschke Memorial Scholarship Fund.
• Race URL: Piggyback Dash

🌄 Race Details

• Course: A beautiful, rolling course through the streets of Union with a challenging but rewarding finish at the top of Autumn Hill.
• Start Times: The 10K and the 5K runners will start at the same time.
• 5K Route: The 5K is a single loop course.
• Post Race Refreshments: Will be provided for all participants.

🏅 Timing and Awards

• Chip Timed: The 10K and 5K (ish) are chip timed events.
• Medals: Medals will be awarded to 10K and 5K participants.
• Fun Run: The 2K (1.2 mile) fun run/walk will not be officially timed.
• No Medals: No medals will be provided for the 2K fun run/walk.

🏋️‍♀️ Piggyback Challenge

• Voluntary Twist: Runners can choose to carry someone piggyback up Autumn Hill to the finish line.
• Who Can Be Carried: It doesn't matter who the person on your back is, and they do not have to be a registered participant.
• Finisher Swag: Runners who carry someone piggyback will receive an extra piece of finisher swag.
• More Information: See our FAQ page for more details.

📝 Registration Information

• Early-bird Registration: 2/24/25 through 8/31/25
• Late Registration: 9/1/25 - Race Day
• Online Registration Ends: 9/24/25
• Shirt Not Guaranteed: Registrations submitted after 8/31/25 are NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT.

🐾 Restrictions

• No Dogs Allowed: No dogs are allowed in the race except service dogs.