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Jackrabbit Derby

Name: Jackrabbit Derby
Start: 2026-05-17
End: 2026-05-17
Location: Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa, United States • 17 May 2026

Jackrabbit Derby (3 mile XC run) and 1K Bunny Hop

The Jackrabbit Derby is the 30th annual cross-country event organized by the Empire Runners Club. It takes place on May 17, 2026 at Spring Lake Regional Park, with the field next to the Jackrabbit parking area used for both the start and finish. The Jackrabbit Picnic Area is noted as being near the boat launch in Santa Rosa.

The event includes the following distances:

3 mile cross-country on dirt trails and paved bike paths
1K Bunny Hop for children 10 and under on the paved bike path

Online registration closes on May 15. Empire Runners Club members may register online without a fee; non-members pay $25 online by May 15. Race day registration is higher and adds $20 to the listed prices. New 2026 membership options include adult membership for $36, family membership for $48, and youth membership (21 and under) for $12; these membership options include entry to this race. The Bunny Hop is described as a walk-up for children. Registration fees are not refundable unless the event is canceled. A downloadable course map is provided for the derby course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Santa Rosa

Race information

Website

3 mi

Jackrabbit Derby Xc Run

1k Bunny Hop

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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