Guinness Celtic 5K (Race 2 Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown)
- Date Sun 15th March 2026
- Time 10:30AM EDT
- Location Worcester, Massachusetts
- Price $18.85 - $43.23
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the lively Guinness Celtic 5K on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Worcester, Massachusetts! This spirited race kicks off at 11:00 a.m. and is the perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun outing, participants of all ages are welcome, including walkers and kids in the Leprechaun Run, which starts at 10:30 a.m. and covers approximately 1/4 mile.
The race begins and ends at Elm Park, located at 284 Highland St, where you can enjoy the festivities and even catch the Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade from the beer garden at the finish line. Registration for the 5K is available at various price points leading up to the event, and you have the option to earn a special Guinness Celtic 5K medal! Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting event, and consider taking on the challenge of the Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, which includes this race along with two others throughout the year. Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a memorable day filled with community spirit, celebration, and fun!
The race begins and ends at Elm Park, located at 284 Highland St, where you can enjoy the festivities and even catch the Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade from the beer garden at the finish line. Registration for the 5K is available at various price points leading up to the event, and you have the option to earn a special Guinness Celtic 5K medal! Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting event, and consider taking on the challenge of the Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, which includes this race along with two others throughout the year. Lace up your running shoes and get ready for a memorable day filled with community spirit, celebration, and fun!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THE RACE
The Guinness Celtic 5k is a fun Irish race (as always, walkers are welcome!) in Worcester, MA, before the Annual St Patrick's Day Parade. Watch the parade after the race from the beer garden at the finish line.
THE GUINNESS CELTIC 5K REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE WITH OR WITHOUT A GUINNESS CELTIC 5K MEDAL. Please note, this medal is for the Guinness Celtic 5K only and is separate from the Worcester Triple Crown Finisher's Medal detailed below in our new 3 Race Bundle.
UPGRADE TO THE GREENDALE PHYSICAL THERAPY WORCESTER TRIPLE CROWN
Looking for an extra challenge? Join us for the Inaugural Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, a 3-Race 5K series that celebrates some of the most fun holidays of the year, including the Worcester Jingle 5K on December 7, 2025, the Guinness Celtic 5K on March 15th, 2026, and concluding with the Worcester Cinco (5)K on Sunday, May 3, 2026)
Participants in the full Triple Crown will score a commemorative pint glass at EACH of the three races, as well as a Finishers Medal at the finish line of the Worcester Cinco K. Please note, this medal is SEPARATE from the Guinness Celtic 5K medal that is an optional add-on for the Guinness Celtic 5K registration.
To register for the Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, simply select the 3-Race bundle on any of the race registration sites!
GUINNESS CELTIC 5K RACE INFO
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Start: Celtic 5k start time: 11:00 a.m. Kids Leprechaun Run start time: 10:30am (ages 12 and under on race day) Kids distance approximately 1/4 mile. Parents may run with their kids.
Location: Elm Park, 284 Highland St, Worcester, MA 01602. Note: The race start and finish are located on Park Avenue near the intersection of Park Avenue and Highland Street.
T-Shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations on race day.
No pets allowed. Service animals are permitted.
ENTRY FEES
$33 to 12/31/2025
$35 1/1/2025 to 1/31/2026
$37 2/1/2025 to 3/15/2026
*Online registration closes Saturday, March 15 at 8:00 p.m. Sorry no refund and no pets allowed.
_KIDS LEPRECHAUN RUN _
$15 to 12/31/25
$16 1/1/2025 - 1/31/2026
$17 2/1/2025 - 3/15/2026
PACKET PICKUP & ON-SITE REGISTRATION
Pre-Race Packet Pickup #1
FRIDAY MARCH 13TH
Noon to 5pm
SNEAKERAMA, 12 Lake Ave, Worcester, MA
Pre-Race Packet Pickup #2
SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH
10am to 5pm
SNEAKERAMA, 12 Lake Ave, Worcester, MA
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Park Ave (next to Elm Park)
Worcester, MA
9:00am 11am
Walk up Entry Fee // 5K: $45
Walk up Entry Fee // Kids Run (12 and under): $20
Please note, t-shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations on race day.
AWARDS
_Individual Awards_
Top 3 Overall
Winners (Under 19)
Winners (age 20-29)
Winners (age 30-39)
Winners (age 40-49)
Winners (age 50-59)
Winners (age 60-69)
Winners (age 70+)
_Team Award_
Prize will be awarded to the top overall team.
Top 3 score based on chip time.
No limit on Team size.
Online entry for Teams only.
The Guinness Celtic 5k is a fun Irish race (as always, walkers are welcome!) in Worcester, MA, before the Annual St Patrick's Day Parade. Watch the parade after the race from the beer garden at the finish line.
THE GUINNESS CELTIC 5K REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE WITH OR WITHOUT A GUINNESS CELTIC 5K MEDAL. Please note, this medal is for the Guinness Celtic 5K only and is separate from the Worcester Triple Crown Finisher's Medal detailed below in our new 3 Race Bundle.
UPGRADE TO THE GREENDALE PHYSICAL THERAPY WORCESTER TRIPLE CROWN
Looking for an extra challenge? Join us for the Inaugural Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, a 3-Race 5K series that celebrates some of the most fun holidays of the year, including the Worcester Jingle 5K on December 7, 2025, the Guinness Celtic 5K on March 15th, 2026, and concluding with the Worcester Cinco (5)K on Sunday, May 3, 2026)
Participants in the full Triple Crown will score a commemorative pint glass at EACH of the three races, as well as a Finishers Medal at the finish line of the Worcester Cinco K. Please note, this medal is SEPARATE from the Guinness Celtic 5K medal that is an optional add-on for the Guinness Celtic 5K registration.
To register for the Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, simply select the 3-Race bundle on any of the race registration sites!
GUINNESS CELTIC 5K RACE INFO
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Start: Celtic 5k start time: 11:00 a.m. Kids Leprechaun Run start time: 10:30am (ages 12 and under on race day) Kids distance approximately 1/4 mile. Parents may run with their kids.
Location: Elm Park, 284 Highland St, Worcester, MA 01602. Note: The race start and finish are located on Park Avenue near the intersection of Park Avenue and Highland Street.
T-Shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations on race day.
No pets allowed. Service animals are permitted.
ENTRY FEES
$33 to 12/31/2025
$35 1/1/2025 to 1/31/2026
$37 2/1/2025 to 3/15/2026
*Online registration closes Saturday, March 15 at 8:00 p.m. Sorry no refund and no pets allowed.
_KIDS LEPRECHAUN RUN _
$15 to 12/31/25
$16 1/1/2025 - 1/31/2026
$17 2/1/2025 - 3/15/2026
PACKET PICKUP & ON-SITE REGISTRATION
Pre-Race Packet Pickup #1
FRIDAY MARCH 13TH
Noon to 5pm
SNEAKERAMA, 12 Lake Ave, Worcester, MA
Pre-Race Packet Pickup #2
SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH
10am to 5pm
SNEAKERAMA, 12 Lake Ave, Worcester, MA
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Park Ave (next to Elm Park)
Worcester, MA
9:00am 11am
Walk up Entry Fee // 5K: $45
Walk up Entry Fee // Kids Run (12 and under): $20
Please note, t-shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations on race day.
AWARDS
_Individual Awards_
Top 3 Overall
Winners (Under 19)
Winners (age 20-29)
Winners (age 30-39)
Winners (age 40-49)
Winners (age 50-59)
Winners (age 60-69)
Winners (age 70+)
_Team Award_
Prize will be awarded to the top overall team.
Top 3 score based on chip time.
No limit on Team size.
Online entry for Teams only.
Races
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Guinness Celtic 5k Without Guinness Celtic 5K Medal
Incl. $4.93 Fee & Select T Shirt
Sun 15th March 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$37.93
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Guinness Celtic 5k With Guinness Celtic 5K Medal
Incl. $5.23 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 15th March 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$43.23
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Kids Leprechaun Run (Ages 12 and Under)
Incl. $3.85 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 15th March 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$18.85
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VIRTUAL Guinness Celtic 5K (No Medal)
Incl. $4.93 Fee & T-Shirt
$37.93
OPENS 01 OCT
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