The Piggyback Dash 10K, 5K, 2K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Event: The Piggyback Dash 10K, 5K, 2K
• Date: 2026-09-26
• Location: 310 Autumn Hill Drive, Union, MO
• URL: Race Registration

🎖️ Beneficiary

• Support: All proceeds from the race will benefit The Lance Purschke Memorial Scholarship Fund.

🏞️ Course Details

• Scenery: Enjoy a beautiful, rolling course through the streets of Union.
• Finish Line: A challenging but rewarding finish at the top of Autumn Hill.
• Course Structure: The 10K and the 5K runners will start at the same time, with the 5K being a single loop course.
• Aid Stations: Provided along the 5K and 10K routes, with post-race refreshments included.

🏅 Timing and Awards

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

🤼 Piggyback Challenge

• Optional Carry: Runners have the opportunity to carry someone piggyback up the hill to the finish line.
• Not Required: This is completely voluntary and not required to finish.
• Participant Flexibility: The person on your back does not have to be a registered participant.
• Finisher Swag: Runners who participate will receive an extra piece of finisher swag. See our FAQ page for more details.

📝 Registration Information

• Early-bird Registration: 2/24/26 - 3/5/26
• Standard Registration: 3/6/26 - 8/31/26
• Late Registration: 9/1/26 - Race Day
• Online Registration Ends: 9/23/26. Registrations submitted after 8/31/26 are NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT.

🐶 Pet Policy

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