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The Best St. Patrick's Day Races to Run
Written by
Danielle Zickl
Green beer, leprechaun costumes, traditional Irish food and running, of course--there's no better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Looking for a flat and fast race in a cooler month to PR? Then St. Patrick's Day events are your pot o' gold. But if you're like most runners who want to celebrate the holiday with a few miles, a couple of drinks and an epic post-race party, then these themed races will deliver. No matter what your preferred distance is, the luck of the Irish will follow you to the finish.
Shamrock 'N Roll Road Race
March 14, 2020 in Atlanta
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Run either the 10K or the 5K to participate in the city's best St. Patrick's Day-themed race. You'll get to know Atlantic Station, passing its many shops, restaurants, museums and even the quaint Foundry Park. The first 2,000 people to register will get race shirts, top finishers will get prizes and everyone can enjoy the post-race Healthy Lifestyle Festival that offers food vendors, entertainment and more.
Shamrock Run Portland
March 15, 2020 in Portland, Oregon
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Get to know running's favorite downtown—Portland, Oregon—by running the Shamrock Run's 5K, 8K, 15K or half marathon. If you really want to get into the Irish spirit, take full advantage of the Shamrock Run's post-race beer garden, featuring potato soup and live music. Plus, if you run the 15K or the half, you'll get a medal in the shape of a shamrock.
Downtown Dunedin St. Patrick's Day 5K and Street Party
March 14, 2020 in Dunedin, Florida
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Feeling feisty? The race encourages you to wear your finest St. Paddy's day attire. Everyone gets a race shirt and a finisher's medal, but if that's not enough to entice you, we've got two more words: FREE BEER.
St. Patrick's Day 10K, 2- and 4-Mile Fun Run
March 15, 2020 in San Diego
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This scenic 10K, 4- or 2-mile route through San Diego's Mission Bay Park offers up pizza and beer from three local breweries when you're done running. And as far as we're concerned, there's no better post-race combo than that.
Fort Lauderdale Shamrock Run
March 14, 2020 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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What better way is there to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than running four miles out and back along Las Olas Boulevard, a shopping and dining district that's must-see for anyone in the area. Stick around for the city's St. Patrick's Day Parade and Irish Festival, where food, drinks and entertainment are plentiful.
The Shamrock Shuffle
March 21, 2020 in Harmony, Pennsylvania
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Run either a 5K or half marathon through downtown Harmony—just 30 minutes outside Pittsburgh—and feast on Irish staples like cinnamon bread, soup and green beer afterwards. The half is notorious for being one of the toughest—and booziest—in the country. Keg stand and Jell-O shot challenges along the way to make the miles...slightly more interesting.
Caveman 5K Roar and Pour Trail Fun Run and Wine Tasting Event
March 21, 2020 in Quincy, Washington
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If you like running, nature and wine, this 5K is definitely for you. The trail goes through the Cave B Estate winery and overlooks the Columbia River Gorge, so you'll have no shortage of views. Prizes will not only go out to top finishers but also to best caveman or cavewoman costume, best St. Patrick's Day costume and more. And even if you don't win anything, the post-race wine tasting is worth participating.
Shamrock Run 5K and 10K
March 14, 2020 in Gallatin, Tennessee
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Grab your greenest gear to run through historic downtown Gallatin for this race that not only celebrates St. Patrick's Day but helps raise money to fund local education programs, too. Awards will be given out to the top male and female finisher and to those with the best costumes and most spirit.
Couve Clover
March 22, 2020 in Vancouver, Washington
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With 3-, 7-, and 10-mile options, there's a Couve Clover race for everyone. Dubbed one of the prettiest courses in the Northwest, the routes are fast and flat and will take you past the historic Officer's Row, Fort Vancouver, the Columbian Riverfront and more. Then, enjoy post-race beer, food and massages.
St. Pat's Get to the Green
March 21, 2020 in Columbia, South Carolina
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The largest race in the area, this race boasts finisher's medals and free entry to the St. Pat's in Five Points Festival for all. Invite all your family and friends to join you--everyone is sure to find a distance that suits them.
Shamrock Shuffle
March 22, 2020 in Chicago
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Grab your green, lace up your running shoes and race to the end of the rainbow in this year's Shamrock Shuffle in windy Chicago. Tackle the 8K or settle for the 2-mile walk—whatever distance you choose, you're sure to find a pot of gold waiting for you at the finish line. Participants a festive shamrock-colored winter hat, finisher medal and more!