Cocky Trot 5K

2026 Cocky Trot 5K

Note: Due to the ongoing construction for the Williams-Brice Reimagined project, this year's course will be different than previous years. The race will still run through Gamecock Park and the indoor and outdoor practice football facilities but will start and finish in the South Carolina State Fairgrounds. The course will not go through Williams-Brice Stadium.

When: April 25, 2026

• 5K Start: 9:00 AM
• 1 Mile Fun Run Start: 9:20 AM

Start Line: South Carolina State Fairgrounds, 901 George Rogers Blvd, Columbia, SC 29201

Finish Line: South Carolina State Fairgrounds, 901 George Rogers Blvd, Columbia, SC 29201

Registration includes:

• Commemorative Race Shirt
• Commemorative Finisher Medal
• Chip Timing
• Personal Results Page with Personal Finish Line Video
• Access to purchase discounted football and baseball tickets

Post-race refreshments and snacks will be provided. Information on how to purchase discounted tickets for football and baseball will be sent closer to race day.

Registration Policies: This event will be held rain or shine. There are NO refunds for this race. Race Management reserves the right to cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions. Registration fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to "Acts of God".