Desert Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk & Family Mile
- Date Sun 15th March 2026
- Time 7:00AM MST
- Location Tucson, Arizona
- Price $27.50 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Desert Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk & Family Mile on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Curtis Park! This exciting event promises a festive St. Patrick's Day atmosphere with a safe and fast 5K course, previously used for the beloved Dave's Run for ALS. Participants can also enjoy a fun-filled 1 Mile race, making it perfect for the whole family.
Join in the celebration featuring a costume contest, vibrant decorations, and St. Patrick's Day themed prizes that will keep the spirit alive, even without the parade this year. Runners will have the chance to win amazing awards, including Running Shop gift certificates and unique finisher medals, while all finishers will receive a stylish t-shirt. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this charming event that highlights community spirit and active living. Sign up now and experience the joy of running while celebrating St. Patrick's Day!
Join in the celebration featuring a costume contest, vibrant decorations, and St. Patrick's Day themed prizes that will keep the spirit alive, even without the parade this year. Runners will have the chance to win amazing awards, including Running Shop gift certificates and unique finisher medals, while all finishers will receive a stylish t-shirt. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this charming event that highlights community spirit and active living. Sign up now and experience the joy of running while celebrating St. Patrick's Day!
Organiser's Description
3/15/2026 - Curtis Park
As we reported earlier, the St. Patrick's Day Committee has recently announced that there will be no parade this year due to the ongoing construction at Armory Park and other factors. Since that time SAR has been looking into alternate locations to hold this event.
SAR is excited to announce that we will hold this year's Desert Leprechaun race at Curtis Park. We are very pleased to provide you all with a safe, fast, tried and true 5K course that we have used multiple times for Dave's Run for ALS. We will also have a 1 Mile race that is traditionally a part of this event.
Our goal will be to make this a St. Patrick's Day party, with a costume contest, lots of decorations, and St. Patrick's Day themed prizes. However, please note that the event will not have beer this year.
We definitely hope that the St. Patrick's Day Parade is back for 2027 and will keep you all updated on the status.
The 5K will be a part of The Running Shop SAR Grand Prix.
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.
* Costume contest with a special prize for the winners!
RUN MORE, PAY LESS! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners
As we reported earlier, the St. Patrick's Day Committee has recently announced that there will be no parade this year due to the ongoing construction at Armory Park and other factors. Since that time SAR has been looking into alternate locations to hold this event.
SAR is excited to announce that we will hold this year's Desert Leprechaun race at Curtis Park. We are very pleased to provide you all with a safe, fast, tried and true 5K course that we have used multiple times for Dave's Run for ALS. We will also have a 1 Mile race that is traditionally a part of this event.
Our goal will be to make this a St. Patrick's Day party, with a costume contest, lots of decorations, and St. Patrick's Day themed prizes. However, please note that the event will not have beer this year.
We definitely hope that the St. Patrick's Day Parade is back for 2027 and will keep you all updated on the status.
The 5K will be a part of The Running Shop SAR Grand Prix.
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.
* Costume contest with a special prize for the winners!
RUN MORE, PAY LESS! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 15th March 2026 (7:00AM MST)
$48.70
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners -
1 Mile Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 15th March 2026 (8:00AM MST)
$27.50
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners
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2110 W Curtis Rd, Tucson, 85705, AZ, United States
Desert Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk & Family Mile
