Desert Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 16th March 2025
- Time 7:40AM MST
- Location Tucson, Arizona
- Price $27.50 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Desert Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, March 16, 2025, in vibrant downtown Tucson, Pima! This festive event, held in conjunction with the iconic Tucson St. Patrick's Day Parade Festival, promises a memorable day filled with fun and community spirit. Participants can look forward to a fast and flat 5K course that winds along the parade route, perfect for both competitive runners and leisurely walkers.
Every 5K registrant will receive a unique finisher medal and a super-soft t-shirt, while those 21 and older can enjoy a complimentary beer at the festival after the race! With awards for the top finishers and age group categories, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate your achievements. Bring your family out for a morning of exercise and stay to soak in the festive atmosphere of the parade and festival. Plus, a portion of the event proceeds will benefit the Children of Fallen Officers Scholarship Fund, making this a run that gives back. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable St. Patrick's Day celebration in Tucson!
Every 5K registrant will receive a unique finisher medal and a super-soft t-shirt, while those 21 and older can enjoy a complimentary beer at the festival after the race! With awards for the top finishers and age group categories, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate your achievements. Bring your family out for a morning of exercise and stay to soak in the festive atmosphere of the parade and festival. Plus, a portion of the event proceeds will benefit the Children of Fallen Officers Scholarship Fund, making this a run that gives back. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable St. Patrick's Day celebration in Tucson!
Organiser's Description
Southern Arizona Roadrunners (SAR) is very pleased to produce this awesome running and walking event in vibrant downtown Tucson in partnership with the iconic Tucson St. Patrick's Day Parade Festival.
IT'S A ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARTY LIKE NO OTHER!
This event will take place the morning of the festival on Sunday, March 16, 2025 and will be centered around the Children's Museum and Armory Park. The event will feature fast and flat courses along the Tucson St. Patrick's Day Parade route and will include a totally unique, custom finisher medal and shirt (5K only), a free beer at the festival with your race entry (only for those over 21 years old in either the 5K or 1M) and so much more. Bring your entire family out in the morning to get your run or walk on, and then stay for the amazing parade and festival. It will be an experience you won't soon forget! A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to the Children of Fallen Officers Scholarship Fund. For more information on the myriad happenings with the parade and festival please visit https://www.tucsonstpatricksday.com/.
AWARDS & SWAG INCLUDE:
* The 5K will have male and female awards for Top 3 Overall, Top Masters, and Top 3 in 5 year age groups up to 80+. Awards will include Running Shop Gift Certificates and other St Paddy's Day themed goodies!
* 5K registrants get a really cool, super-soft t-shirt while supplies last.
* All 5K finishers will get a super-cool finisher medal.
* There will be some fun St. Patrick's Day related goodies for all.
* All finishers (5K and 1 Mile) 21 & over can get one free beer at the St. Patrick's Day festival. Be prepared to show your ID and the volunteers will take the tear off that's on the bottom of your bib to use as a 'ticket' for you to claim your free beer.
* The male and female winner of the 5K will each get to ride in the St. Patrick's Day parade in a special vehicle!
IT'S A ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARTY LIKE NO OTHER!
This event will take place the morning of the festival on Sunday, March 16, 2025 and will be centered around the Children's Museum and Armory Park. The event will feature fast and flat courses along the Tucson St. Patrick's Day Parade route and will include a totally unique, custom finisher medal and shirt (5K only), a free beer at the festival with your race entry (only for those over 21 years old in either the 5K or 1M) and so much more. Bring your entire family out in the morning to get your run or walk on, and then stay for the amazing parade and festival. It will be an experience you won't soon forget! A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to the Children of Fallen Officers Scholarship Fund. For more information on the myriad happenings with the parade and festival please visit https://www.tucsonstpatricksday.com/.
AWARDS & SWAG INCLUDE:
* The 5K will have male and female awards for Top 3 Overall, Top Masters, and Top 3 in 5 year age groups up to 80+. Awards will include Running Shop Gift Certificates and other St Paddy's Day themed goodies!
* 5K registrants get a really cool, super-soft t-shirt while supplies last.
* All 5K finishers will get a super-cool finisher medal.
* There will be some fun St. Patrick's Day related goodies for all.
* All finishers (5K and 1 Mile) 21 & over can get one free beer at the St. Patrick's Day festival. Be prepared to show your ID and the volunteers will take the tear off that's on the bottom of your bib to use as a 'ticket' for you to claim your free beer.
* The male and female winner of the 5K will each get to ride in the St. Patrick's Day parade in a special vehicle!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th March 2025 (8:00AM MST)
$48.70
CLOSED -
1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 16th March 2025 (7:40AM MST)
$27.50
CLOSED
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