Go Green Leprechaun Run

On Saturday, March 16, 2024, Dyck Arboretum of the Plains will host its 12th Go Green Leprechaun Run, including both a 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk and a 10K Run. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 9:15 a.m. for both distances at Dyck Arboretum of the Plains, 177 West Hickory in Hesston. Both chip-timed distances will begin at 9:30.
And we challenge you to do 81k for the month preceding! See our 81k Fitness Challenge below, that includes race day registration!
Race swag for the 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk and a 10K Run is a comfortable and snappy tri-blend tee and swag for the 81k Challenge is a cozy long-sleeved 1/4-zip pullover. Registration for the 81k Challenge includes registration for either race distance and will get you both the tee and pullover.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION is available through midnight on Wednesday, March 6 (add $5 afterward). Online registration will close midnight, Thursday, March 14, but in-person registration is available on March 15 at packet pickup (3-6 p.m.) and before the race March 16 (8:30-9:15 a.m.).
The community is encouraged to wear green and come out to Dyck Arboretum for this unique and fun event that will help to underwrite educational programming. For more information, contact Dyck Arboretum at arboretumhesston.edu or call 620-327-8127.
Schedule:FRIDAY, MARCH 15
Registration/packet pickup - 3:00-6:00 p.m. at Dyck Arboretum of the Plains (or pickup on Saturday morning)
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
Registration/packet pickup – 8:30-9:15 a.m.Review of both courses in Pavilion - 9:15 a.m.2 Mile and 10K races both start – 9:30 a.m.Awards ceremony – 10:45 a.m.
Dyck Arboretum Business Partners
Adrian Pankratz, Attorneys at LawAGCOBluestem CommunitiesBMG of Kansas, Inc.The Citizens State Bank of HesstonEverenceGolden Plains Credit UnionHesston Convention and Visitors BureauKairos Consulting and Counseling, LLCRed Truck Painting