Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk - 7th Annual
- Date Sun 15th March 2026
- Time 3:00PM EDT
- Location Locust, North Carolina
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and embrace the spirit of St. Patrick's Day at the 7th Annual Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk! This exciting event is happening on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in the charming town of Locust, Stanly County, North Carolina. Participants can look forward to a fast and flat course that winds through the scenic Locust Town Center and surrounding neighborhoods, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.
Join in on the fun and festivities as you don your best green attire for a chance to win prizes for the best-dressed Leprechaun! The race begins at 3 PM, with packet pick-up available the day before on Saturday, March 14, from 9 AM to 12 PM at the West Stanly Center. For those arriving on race day, packet pick-up will also be offered starting at 2 PM. Enjoy delicious snacks from Sassy Cakes at the finish line and take advantage of the chip-timed race organized by Clockwork Timing. With age group awards, door prizes, and a vibrant community atmosphere, the Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K is a fantastic way to celebrate
Join in on the fun and festivities as you don your best green attire for a chance to win prizes for the best-dressed Leprechaun! The race begins at 3 PM, with packet pick-up available the day before on Saturday, March 14, from 9 AM to 12 PM at the West Stanly Center. For those arriving on race day, packet pick-up will also be offered starting at 2 PM. Enjoy delicious snacks from Sassy Cakes at the finish line and take advantage of the chip-timed race organized by Clockwork Timing. With age group awards, door prizes, and a vibrant community atmosphere, the Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K is a fantastic way to celebrate
Organiser's Description
7TH ANNUAL LOCUST LUCKY LEPRECHAUN 5K RUN/WALK
LOOK FORWARD TO A GREAT EVENT!
PACKET PICK UP SATURDAY, MARCH 14 @ WEST STANLY CENTER LOCATED IN THE LOCUST TOWN CENTER FROM 9am-12pm.
Senior Center is Located at 213 Town Center Dr. in Locust, NC.
*For those coming from out of town, packet pick up will be available Race Day beginning at 2pm. :)
FAST FRESH COURSE - GREEN THEMED - SHAMROCK RACE BIBS - FINISH LINE SNACKS FROM SASSY CAKE - CHIP TIMED BY CLOCKWORK TIMING
THANK YOU TO THE FIRST 100 THAT REGISTERED FOR THE LOCUST LUCKY LEPRECHAUN. YOU WILL RECEIVE A PAIR OF ST. PATRICK'S DAY SOCKS IN YOUR RACE PACKET!
ALWAYS A FIRST CLASS AND WELL ORGANIZED EVENT! LOCUST IS A VERY SHORT DRIVE FROM CHARLOTTE AND CONCORD TO DRIVE OVER FOR A RACE.
_PACKET PICK UP DETAILS TO FOLLOW_
7TH ANNUAL LOCUST LUCKY LEPRECHAUN 5K RUN/WALK
Join us on March 15th at 3pm for the 8th Annual Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk in Locust Town Center in Locust, NC. A fast & flat-ish course through the Locust Town Center & surrounding neighborhood!
Get your Green On and dress in the spirit of Saint Patrick. Wear your favorite St. Patrick's Day attire, prizes for best dressed Leprechaun! @excitebikes will be leading the way during the race, course will be marked and we will have our communication dudes readily available on the course...so please don't get lost. :)
10-year Age Group Awards - Fast Course - Great Volunteers - Lots of Door Prizes - Race is Chip Timed by Clockwork Racing - Post Race Sweets from Sassy Cakes
Age Groups
10 & under
11-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Proceeds to Benefit the Stanly County YMCA's West Stanly Senior Center
LOOK FORWARD TO A GREAT EVENT!
PACKET PICK UP SATURDAY, MARCH 14 @ WEST STANLY CENTER LOCATED IN THE LOCUST TOWN CENTER FROM 9am-12pm.
Senior Center is Located at 213 Town Center Dr. in Locust, NC.
*For those coming from out of town, packet pick up will be available Race Day beginning at 2pm. :)
FAST FRESH COURSE - GREEN THEMED - SHAMROCK RACE BIBS - FINISH LINE SNACKS FROM SASSY CAKE - CHIP TIMED BY CLOCKWORK TIMING
THANK YOU TO THE FIRST 100 THAT REGISTERED FOR THE LOCUST LUCKY LEPRECHAUN. YOU WILL RECEIVE A PAIR OF ST. PATRICK'S DAY SOCKS IN YOUR RACE PACKET!
ALWAYS A FIRST CLASS AND WELL ORGANIZED EVENT! LOCUST IS A VERY SHORT DRIVE FROM CHARLOTTE AND CONCORD TO DRIVE OVER FOR A RACE.
_PACKET PICK UP DETAILS TO FOLLOW_
7TH ANNUAL LOCUST LUCKY LEPRECHAUN 5K RUN/WALK
Join us on March 15th at 3pm for the 8th Annual Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk in Locust Town Center in Locust, NC. A fast & flat-ish course through the Locust Town Center & surrounding neighborhood!
Get your Green On and dress in the spirit of Saint Patrick. Wear your favorite St. Patrick's Day attire, prizes for best dressed Leprechaun! @excitebikes will be leading the way during the race, course will be marked and we will have our communication dudes readily available on the course...so please don't get lost. :)
10-year Age Group Awards - Fast Course - Great Volunteers - Lots of Door Prizes - Race is Chip Timed by Clockwork Racing - Post Race Sweets from Sassy Cakes
Age Groups
10 & under
11-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Proceeds to Benefit the Stanly County YMCA's West Stanly Senior Center
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 15th March 2026 (3:00PM EDT)
$38.10
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