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Hippity Hop Half Marathon - 10K - 5K - Cottontail Dash

Starts Saturday April 8th, 2023

Peoria, AZ

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Description

Join us for our
8th Annual Hippity Hop Half Marathon / 10K / 5K / Cottontail Dash event
as we continue an Easter tradition at Peoria Sports Complex.

 

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The Cottontail Dash is an untimed half mile fun run with an egg hunt along the route. All participants receive a finisher's medal and a shirt.

You are welcome to bring your own bag/basket or one will be provided for you. Eggs are handed out by volunteers so that everyone will come away with equal amount of eggs.

Parents who only want to accompany their children on the course do not need to register. The Cottontail Dash event has a 100 person limit.

 

This event is currently 64% full.

Event details and schedule

Mail-in Registration Form 

To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing.

 

Virtual Run Details 

Of course we want you to participate in the Hippity Hop event locally but we understand things come up. So, if you can't join us on race day and still want to run, get the medal and the shirt then you still can! Here is your chance to take part in this event no matter where you are! And of course, all prices include shipping! Please note that all items will ship following the event on April 8th.

Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at [email protected]

 

What You Get! 

Custom Event Medal for all participants

Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt or racerback tank for all participants. 

Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups for the half marathon, 10K and 5K only (race day participants only). Our age groups are the following:

8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over

Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)

Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)

Owned and operated by StartLine Racing!

Race Day Information 

Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 6:00am.

We accept cash, check, and credit cards on race day


  • Prices on Race Day:
    • Half Marathon - $85
    • 10K - $55
    • 5K - $45
    • Cottontail Dash - $30

We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons.

No roller blades, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.

Leashed pet friendly

The course will take you through dedicated running trails (all asphalt and concrete) of the New River Trail System, starting and ending at Peoria Sports Complex - meaning no need for transportation before or after the race just to get back to your car! Please note - this is an open use trail system and does not close for our event.

Cottontail Dash is an untimed half mile fun run with an egg hunt along the route. All participants receive a finisher's medal and a shirt. You are welcome to bring your own bag/basket or one will be provided for you. Eggs are handed out by volunteers so that everyone will come away with equal amount of eggs. Parents who only want to accompany their children on the course do not need to register. This event has a 100 person limit.

Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.

This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather.

There is a 4.5 hour time limit for the half marathon distance.

 

Water Station and Course Support 

Water and Gatorade will be located at the following locations:

  • Half Marathon: Miles 1.38, 1.7, 3.28, 4.8, 6.25, 7.6, 8.65 (turnaround), 9.7, 11.00, and 11.75
  • 10K - Miles 1.38, 1.7, 3.28 (turnaround), 4.84
  • 5K - Mile 1.38 and 1.7

GU Gels will be available for half marathon runners at miles 6.25 and 11.

Restrooms will be located at:


  • Half Marathon - Miles 2.35, 6.8, 10.4, and 11.1
    • PLEASE NOTE: The restrooms at mile 2.35 and 11.1 will be located off the course in Rio Vista Park (next to the running path/trail and playground structure).

  • 10K - Miles 2.35 and 4.2
    • PLEASE NOTE: The restrooms at mile 2.35 and 4.2 will be located off the course in Rio Vista Park (next to the running path/trail and playground structure)
 

Packet Pickup Opportunities 

You will have two opportunities to pick-up your race packet (bib, chip, event swag, etc):


  • Friday, April 7th from 3:00 - 6:00pm at Road Runner Sports - Phoenix
    • Road Runner Sports is located at 7077 E Mayo Blvd, Suite 150, Phoenix, AZ 85054 (map)
  • Saturday, April 8th at Peoria Sports Complex starting at 6am
 
 

Event schedule 

  •  
    April 7 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-up at Road Runner Sports from 3-6pm
  •  
    April 8 6:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
  •  
    April 8 7:00 AM - Half Marathon Begins
  •  
    April 8 7:10 AM - Cottontail Dash Begins
  •  
    April 8 8:00 AM - 10K Begins
  •  
    April 8 8:10 AM - 5K Begins
  •  
    April 8 8:45 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.)

Race Distances

Price Register
10K - Individual Age group/open $50.00 until Btn active register yellow
Cottontail Dash - Individual Age group/open $25.00 until Btn active register yellow
Half marathon - Individual Age group/open $80.00 until Btn active register yellow
Virtual Run - Individual Age group/open $35.00 until Btn active register yellow
5K - Individual Age group/open $40.00 until Btn active register yellow
10K - Individual Age group/open $50.00 until Btn active register yellow
5K - Individual Age group/open $40.00 until Btn active register yellow
Virtual Run - Individual Age group/open $35.00 until Btn active register yellow
Cottontail Dash - Individual Age group/open $25.00 until Btn active register yellow
Half marathon - Individual Age group/open $80.00 until Btn active register yellow
5K - Individual Age group/open $40.00 until Btn active register yellow
10K - Individual Age group/open $50.00 until Btn active register yellow
Half marathon - Individual Age group/open $80.00 until Btn active register yellow
Cottontail Dash - Individual Age group/open $25.00 until Btn active register yellow
Virtual Run - Individual Age group/open $35.00 until Btn active register yellow

Places to Stay

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Start Location

16101 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ

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