Bluffton St. Patrick's Day 5k
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Past event
9:15 AM EDT
Bluffton, South Carolina
Free–$43.40 · 4 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Bluffton St. Patrick's Day 5K on Saturday, March 16th, 2024! This exciting event takes place in the picturesque Bluffton, Beaufort, beginning at Martin Family Park. Participants will enjoy a scenic route that winds through the charming Historic Old Town Bluffton and along the beautiful May River, making this 5K a delightful experience for runners and walkers alike.
The race is not just for the adults; little leprechauns under 8 can join in on the fun with the "Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter fun run! This family-friendly event is stroller-friendly and welcomes furry friends as well. Don your best green attire for a chance to win the Best Costume prize, and every participant will receive a technical t-shirt and finishers medals. Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers, along with the best in each age division. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate St. Paddy's Day while supporting the Hilton Head Humane Association! Note that the event is sold out, so mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness!
The race is not just for the adults; little leprechauns under 8 can join in on the fun with the "Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter fun run! This family-friendly event is stroller-friendly and welcomes furry friends as well. Don your best green attire for a chance to win the Best Costume prize, and every participant will receive a technical t-shirt and finishers medals. Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers, along with the best in each age division. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate St. Paddy's Day while supporting the Hilton Head Humane Association! Note that the event is sold out, so mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness!
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Races
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Kids under 8 Chase the Leprechaun fun run.
"Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter FREE fun run around the park. See who can catch the Pot o' Gold from Seamus OShamrock
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
Free
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Bluffton St. Patrick's Day 5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:15 AM EDT
$43.40
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High School Students 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:15 AM EDT
$32.80
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Kids under 12 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:15 AM EDT
$27.50
Organiser's description
SOLD OUT!
Join us for the Bluffton St. Paddy's Day 5K on March 16th, 2024, and let the Irish spirit guide your stride! The race kicks off at Martin Family Park in Bluffton, weaving through the charming Historic Old Town Bluffton and along the enchanting May River. Run, walk, bring the little leprechaunsfun for the entire clan! Stroller-friendly, and our furry friends are always welcome. Little ones under 8 can join the "Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter fun run. All proceeds and donations go to the Hilton Head Humane Association.
Dress in your finest green attire for a chance to snag the Best Costume prize! Every participant receives a technical t-shirt, and finishers medals await all runners and walkers. Top male and female finishers, along with the top in each age division, will be honored with awards. Packet pickup on Friday, March 15th, at Palmetto Running Company, Bluffton only from 3-6pm. On race day, collect your packet at Martin Family Park from 8:00-8:45AMno registrations on the day of the event.
AWARDS: 5K Awards are up for grabs for the top male and female finishers overall, as well as top in each age divisions: <12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+, and even the top 3 dogs.
KIDS FUN RUN: For the little ones under 8, it's the "Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter free fun run around the park. Let's see who can catch the Pot o' Gold from Seamus OShamrock!
Registration is online only, with a cut-off on Thursday, March 14th, at 11:59 PM. Remember, no race day registration is available.
COURSE: The race begins at 9:00AM and ends at Martin Family Park in Bluffton, taking you through the historic town and along the scenic May River. Note that it's a partially closed course, so runners must adhere to pedestrian traffic laws. Officers will be on duty at key intersections to ensure safety.
PACKET PICK UP: Brooks Running sponsors our packet pickup on March 15th from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM at Palmetto Running Company in Bluffton. Don't forget your confirmation email (hardcopy or smartphone) for pick-up, and you can pick up for more than one person. If available, additional race T-shirts can be purchased at packet pickup.
AFTER PARTY: Celebrate your achievements at the after-party! Enjoy Best Costume awards, Guinness giveaways, the PRC t-shirt cannon launching free shirts into the crowd, and deliciouscorned beef hash and egg burritos. Sip on Irish coffee from The Grind Coffee Roasters and treat yourself to Rita's Green Ice Cream. The festivities continue long after the race is done!
About Hilton Head Humane Association:
The Hilton Head Humane Association, located in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is an Animal Shelter that provides temporary housing and care for stray, unwanted, and owner-relinquished animals including dogs and cats in Beaufort County. A wide range of additional services may also be offered by the Hilton Head Humane Association.
Join us for the Bluffton St. Paddy's Day 5K on March 16th, 2024, and let the Irish spirit guide your stride! The race kicks off at Martin Family Park in Bluffton, weaving through the charming Historic Old Town Bluffton and along the enchanting May River. Run, walk, bring the little leprechaunsfun for the entire clan! Stroller-friendly, and our furry friends are always welcome. Little ones under 8 can join the "Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter fun run. All proceeds and donations go to the Hilton Head Humane Association.
Dress in your finest green attire for a chance to snag the Best Costume prize! Every participant receives a technical t-shirt, and finishers medals await all runners and walkers. Top male and female finishers, along with the top in each age division, will be honored with awards. Packet pickup on Friday, March 15th, at Palmetto Running Company, Bluffton only from 3-6pm. On race day, collect your packet at Martin Family Park from 8:00-8:45AMno registrations on the day of the event.
AWARDS: 5K Awards are up for grabs for the top male and female finishers overall, as well as top in each age divisions: <12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+, and even the top 3 dogs.
KIDS FUN RUN: For the little ones under 8, it's the "Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter free fun run around the park. Let's see who can catch the Pot o' Gold from Seamus OShamrock!
Registration is online only, with a cut-off on Thursday, March 14th, at 11:59 PM. Remember, no race day registration is available.
COURSE: The race begins at 9:00AM and ends at Martin Family Park in Bluffton, taking you through the historic town and along the scenic May River. Note that it's a partially closed course, so runners must adhere to pedestrian traffic laws. Officers will be on duty at key intersections to ensure safety.
PACKET PICK UP: Brooks Running sponsors our packet pickup on March 15th from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM at Palmetto Running Company in Bluffton. Don't forget your confirmation email (hardcopy or smartphone) for pick-up, and you can pick up for more than one person. If available, additional race T-shirts can be purchased at packet pickup.
AFTER PARTY: Celebrate your achievements at the after-party! Enjoy Best Costume awards, Guinness giveaways, the PRC t-shirt cannon launching free shirts into the crowd, and deliciouscorned beef hash and egg burritos. Sip on Irish coffee from The Grind Coffee Roasters and treat yourself to Rita's Green Ice Cream. The festivities continue long after the race is done!
About Hilton Head Humane Association:
The Hilton Head Humane Association, located in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is an Animal Shelter that provides temporary housing and care for stray, unwanted, and owner-relinquished animals including dogs and cats in Beaufort County. A wide range of additional services may also be offered by the Hilton Head Humane Association.
Location
68 Boundary Street, Bluffton, 29910, SC, United States
Bluffton St. Patrick's Day 5k
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