Lucky Leprechaun 5k and Kids Rainbow Dash

Saturday, March 11, 2023 Past event
10:00 AM CST
Belleville, Illinois
$32.80 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Lucky Leprechaun 5K and Kids Rainbow Dash on Saturday, March 11, 2023, in the charming town of Belleville, St. Clair! This festive event kicks off the St. Patrick's Day celebrations with a spirited 5K run starting and finishing at Union United Methodist Church. Runners will enjoy a scenic route through the streets of Belleville, before heading to the parade route to soak in the festive atmosphere with family and friends.

Participants can register in advance for the 5K at just $30 for adults and $15 for children, which includes a stylish active-blend T-shirt. The fun doesn't stop there! Youngsters aged 12 and under can join in the excitement with the 50-yard Kids Rainbow Dash for only $5. The 5K race begins promptly at 9 AM, followed by the Kids Rainbow Dash once all the 5K runners have crossed the finish line. With trophies and medals up for grabs, this event promises to be a highlight of the spring season. Join the fun and make unforgettable memories at the Lucky Leprechaun 5K!

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  • Lucky Leprechaun 5k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Lucky Leprechaun 5K Long Sleeve Posi-UVtrade mark Pro Tee

    10:00 AM CST

    $32.80

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Organiser's description

Your 2024 East-Side St. Patrick's Day Celebrations get a head start in Belleville with the Lucky Leprechaun 5K!

The 5K run will start at Union United Methodist Church, run through the streets of Belleville and finish back at Union United Methodist Church. Runners can then head to the parade route to enjoy with family and friends before heading to the St. Patrick's Day Block Party https://www.facebook.com/events/561409752194131!

5K REGISTRATION: $30 ADULT / $15 CHILD ADVANCED REGISTRATION, $35 ADULT / $20 CHILD DAY OF EVENT, . 5K registration includes an active-blend T-shirt in a new design. T-shirts and sizes are guaranteed for 5K registration with postmark of February 12th or on-line registration of February 19th at 5 pm. ANY REGISTRATION AFTER THAT DATE WILL NOT BE GUARANTEEED A T-SHIRT but extra shirts will be provided if available for late registrants on a first come, first serve basis. Registration is non-refundable. _(** T shirts are provided with 5K registration only)_

_50 YARD KIDS' RAINBOW DASH $5. The Dash is open to all kids 12 and under who are just not quite ready to run/walk a full 5K. _

_5K Race will begin promptly at 9am and the Kids Rainbow Dash will follow once all 5K participants have finished._

EVENT LOCATION: Belleville Main Street.

START AND FINISH: Union United Methodist Church, 712 East Main Street (Limited Parking allowed at the Church; Additional Parking throughout Belleville)

PACKET PICK-UP:

Prior to event:

Wednesday, March 13th 11am-3pm / Thursday, March 14th 1-6pm at McCullough's Flooring, 4400A N Belt West, Belleville

_Morning of Race:_ 8:00-8:45 am at
Union United Methodist Church, 712 East Main Street

CANCELLATION: Event will only be cancelled due to inclement weather i.e. thunderstorm. Registration is non-refundable.
(Notification via St. Patricks Day Belleville Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BellevilleSaintPats)

AWARDS: Trophy to overall first place finisher, male and female.
Medals to top 3 finishers male and female in each race:
13 & under, 14-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49,
50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+ / Each child participating in the Kids' Rainbow Dash will receive a medal.

T-SHIRTS: T-shirts and sizes are guaranteed for 5K registration with postmark of February 12th or on-line registration of February 19th at 5 pm.

TIMING SYSTEM: Timing by Toolens Running Start https://toolensrunningstart.com - VIEW RESULTS https://toolensrunningstart.com/race-results

Location

721 E Main St, Belleville, 62220, IL, United States

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