2 running events in El Paso County, Texas

• Check-in begins at 7:00 AM and the race starts at 9:00 AM.

• The event is fully accessible and pet-friendly, but all pets must remain leashed at all times.

• This is a certified 5K with professional timing. All results will be posted immediately after the race.

• To guarantee your Cupid's Chase shirt, please register by January 1, 2026; after that date, shirts will be available while supplies last.

• Giveaways include a Cupid's Chase finisher medal and drawstring bag, available while supplies last.

• Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.

• Age group medals will be awarded to the overall male and female finishers in each of the following 14 age groups: 12 & under, 13–15, 16–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69 and 70 & over.

• This is a rain or shine event. All registration fees are non-refundable.

23rd Annual Jackrabbit Classic Trail Runs.

Franklin Mountains State Park/ Tom Mays Unit.

Sunday, March 29, 2026.

8:10 a.m. start all races (M.D.T.)

4.5 miles/ 8 miles/ 12 miles

** If in doubt, sign up for the shortest race. These are technical trails with steep climbs/ descents at 4,200’> 5,100’ altitude.

FEES

$40 Early registration all races. $45 after 9:59 p.m. March 26

$10 discount to Military, Fire, and Police Departments, First Responders.

PACKET PICK UP

*** In-store registration and packet pick-up Saturday, March 28, 11- 5 p.m. at UP AND RUNNING, 3233 N Mesa, Ste 205

** THERE IS NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP or REGISTRATION.

*** You must show your race number to enter the Park.

(Additional passengers who are not participating in the race must pay $5 day-use fee unless you have an ANNUAL PASS —these can be obtained at the Visitor Center and are a great investment.

Awards: Technical T-shirts to all runners.

Age group awards plus top 3 overall M/F in 4.5 and 8-mile.

Top 3 overall M/F plus medals for all finishers in the 12-mile.

— You must finish the race distance for which you signed up. Again— IF IN DOUBT, please sign up for the 4.5 mile.

— The Finish Line will close after 4 Hours (12:10 p.m.).

— All runners must check in with Race Officials before the start (this is for everyone’s safety).

— Course maps will be posted ASAP. Courses will be similar to the past two years. Everyone ascends “Big Bertha Hill” between 3.5 and 4.5 miles.

— Aid stations: fully-stocked Aid Station (we are known for our food) at 2 miles/ 4.5 miles/ 8 miles/ 12 miles. Water and other drinks are available more frequently.