McGregor's Kilts & Kilometers, Presented by Worthington Realty

  • Date Sat 14th March 2026 - Sun 15th March 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Fort Myers, Florida
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and don your finest green attire for McGregor's Kilts & Kilometers, taking place from March 14th to 15th, 2026, in Fort Myers, Lee County! This lively two-day event, held at the Bell Tower Shops, kicks off with a festive 5K race at 8:00 AM and a fun 1 Mile race at 8:10 AM on Saturday, March 14th. With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, participants can expect a celebration filled with spirited costumes, music, and delicious Irish food throughout the weekend.

New for 2026, the Beerd Mile on Sunday at 9:00 AM invites those who love both running and beer to join the fun! Runners will tackle a mile while enjoying four refreshing beers along the way. All participants can look forward to exciting race perks, including a commemorative Irish pint glass, shamrock socks, and a festive finisher's medal. Plus, there's a chance to spot lucky Irish coins on the course for a chance to redeem a free beer! Mark your calendars and register now for this unforgettable celebration, as last year’s event sold out quickly. Join in on the fun

Organiser's Description

GENERAL INFORMATION:

McGregors Kilts and Kilometers

Saturday, March 14th 2026

McGregors Irish Public House at Bell Tower Shops

5K - 8:00am | 1 Mile 8:10am



Beerd Mile (Beer Mile)

Sunday March 15th 2026

9:00am



RACE DESCRIPTION / THEME:

Were back for the 2026 edition of Southwest Floridas most festive running eventMcGregors Kilts and Kilometerson the Saturday before St. Patricks Day!

Join us at Bell Tower Shops as McGregors Irish Pub, presented by Worthington Realty, hosts an unforgettable 5K and 1 Mile race. This years celebration is bigger than ever, kicking off Lee Countys best two-day Irish festival. Expect a sea of green, spirited costumes, and non-stop fun as the festivities roll straight from the race into a full day of music, beer specials, and mouthwatering Irish fare from McGregors Pubon both Saturday and Sunday.



RACE PERKS & FUN:

All participants are encouraged to show off their Irish pride, but those brave enough to run in a kilt will be in the running for special awards! Every 5K and 1 Mile finisher will receive:



A commemorative Irish pint glass

Shamrock socks

A festive Irish finishers medal



Keep your eyes peeled on the course for lucky Irish coinsfind one and trade it in for a free beer at McGregors Pub (kids get green Hawaiian punch instead). Plus, Lucky the Leprechaun will be on hand for photos and meet-and-greets. Between the DJ, themed games, green sno-cones, green cotton candy, shamrock beads, and ice-cold green drinks, this is truly the ultimate Irish after-party.



NEW FOR 2026 THE BEERD MILE (SUNDAY):

Love beer? Love running? Then this is your event! Our Beerd Mile follows the classic beer mile format: drink four beers, run one mileone beer before each 1/4 -mile lap. Complete all four laps and claim your glory. Participants will receive a leprechaun hat with a beard (which must be worn during the race) and an awesome challenge coin. This ones all about funyou wont want to miss it.



Register nowthis event sold out last year, and 2026 will be even bigger!



RACE EVENTS:

5K and 1 Mile

Beerd Mile (Sunday)





MEDALS & SWAG:



All 5K and 1 Mile participants receive a commemorative Irish Pint glass, a pair of shamrock socks, and a finishers medal.

Beer'd Mile participants will receive a leprechaun hat with a beard (which must be worn during the race) and an awesome challenge coin



TIMING & AWARD CATEGORIES:

Chip Timing
Overall Male and Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd (Gun Time)
Age Groups: 0-10 | 11-15 | 16-20 | 21-25 | 26-30 | 31-35 | 36-40 | 41-45 | 46-50 | 51-55 | 56-60 | 61-65 | 66-70 | 71-75 | 76+
(Age group awards based on net chip time. Top 3 Male and Female awarded per group.)



PACKET PICKUP:

Friday March 13th 2026

4:30-7:00pm

Fleet Feet Fort Myers

Saturday March 14th 2026

7:00-7:45am

McGregors Public House



RACE COURSE(S):

5K Course: Coming soon
Green Mile Course: Coming soon





Race Rules

See General Race Rules Tab

Races

  • McGregor's Kilts & Kilometers 5K

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Pint Glass and Socks

    Sat 14th March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

  • Irish Mile

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Pint Glass and Socks

    Sat 14th March 2026 (8:10AM EDT)

    $32.80

  • Beer'd Mile

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Challenge Coin

    Sun 15th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

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Location

13499 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, 33907, FL, United States

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