Luck of the Leprechaun 5k
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Ocala, Florida
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to don your green attire and lace up your running shoes for the Luck of the Leprechaun 5K, taking place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the beautiful city of Ocala, Florida! This exciting St. Patrick's Day weekend event invites runners and walkers of all ages to celebrate with a festive 5K run/walk through the scenic Baseline Park. Starting at 8:00 AM, participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with Irish-themed fun, family activities, and fantastic race swag, including a soft event T-shirt and a custom finisher medal.
In addition to the 5K, there's a special Kids 1-Mile Irish Eyes Are Mile-ing Fun Run starting at 9:30 AM, providing a perfect opportunity for children to join in on the holiday festivities. With an array of awards for various age categories and overall winners, this event is perfect for seasoned runners chasing a personal record or first-timers looking for a memorable way to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day. Don’t miss out on this family-friendly event that promises a day full of fun, fitness, and festive cheer in Ocala!
In addition to the 5K, there's a special Kids 1-Mile Irish Eyes Are Mile-ing Fun Run starting at 9:30 AM, providing a perfect opportunity for children to join in on the holiday festivities. With an array of awards for various age categories and overall winners, this event is perfect for seasoned runners chasing a personal record or first-timers looking for a memorable way to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day. Don’t miss out on this family-friendly event that promises a day full of fun, fitness, and festive cheer in Ocala!
Organiser's Description
Luck of the Leprechaun 5K Ocala, Florida | St. Patricks Day Run 2026
Join runners from across North Central Florida for the Luck of the Leprechaun 5K in Ocala, a St. Patricks Day weekend race packed with Irish-themed fun, family activities, and festive race swag. This event is ideal for runners, walkers, and families looking for a St. Paddys Day 5K in Ocala or a holiday race close to Gainesville, The Villages, and the surrounding region.
5K RUN/WALK St. Patricks Day 5K in Ocala
START TIME: 8:00 AM
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:
Soft event T-shirt (guaranteed size until 3/6)
St. Patricks Daythemed race bib
Custom finisher medal
Scenic course through Baseline Park
AWARDS
This year we're recognizing MORE runners than ever before! In ADDITION to our standard 3-deep awards in 5-year age groups, we're adding these overall categories:
Overall Winners (Male & Female)
1st Prep (18 and Under)
1st Masters (40+)
1st Grand Masters (50+)
1st Senior Grand Masters (60+)
1st Veteran Masters (70+)
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE
Perfect for seasoned runners chasing a PR, first-timers, and anyone searching for a fun Ocala St. Patricks Day run to celebrate the holiday.
KIDS 1-MILE IRISH EYES ARE MILEING FUN RUN
START TIME: 9:30 AM
ENTRY OPTIONS:
$10 Run only
$15 Run + T-shirt
A great way for kids to join the holiday fun and earn their own race keepsake. Ideal for families wanting a St. Paddys Day kids race near Ocala.
Join runners from across North Central Florida for the Luck of the Leprechaun 5K in Ocala, a St. Patricks Day weekend race packed with Irish-themed fun, family activities, and festive race swag. This event is ideal for runners, walkers, and families looking for a St. Paddys Day 5K in Ocala or a holiday race close to Gainesville, The Villages, and the surrounding region.
5K RUN/WALK St. Patricks Day 5K in Ocala
START TIME: 8:00 AM
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:
Soft event T-shirt (guaranteed size until 3/6)
St. Patricks Daythemed race bib
Custom finisher medal
Scenic course through Baseline Park
AWARDS
This year we're recognizing MORE runners than ever before! In ADDITION to our standard 3-deep awards in 5-year age groups, we're adding these overall categories:
Overall Winners (Male & Female)
1st Prep (18 and Under)
1st Masters (40+)
1st Grand Masters (50+)
1st Senior Grand Masters (60+)
1st Veteran Masters (70+)
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE
Perfect for seasoned runners chasing a PR, first-timers, and anyone searching for a fun Ocala St. Patricks Day run to celebrate the holiday.
KIDS 1-MILE IRISH EYES ARE MILEING FUN RUN
START TIME: 9:30 AM
ENTRY OPTIONS:
$10 Run only
$15 Run + T-shirt
A great way for kids to join the holiday fun and earn their own race keepsake. Ideal for families wanting a St. Paddys Day kids race near Ocala.
Races
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5k Run / Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Irish Eyes Are Mile'ing 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$11.60
Irish Eyes are Mile'ing was originally created to help support and promote youth running in the community. Keeping true to the event, this 1 mile run run will help continue that mission.
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Location
4255 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, 34480, FL, United States
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