The Lucky Leprechaun Half Marathon, 10 Miler, & 5K
- Date Sat 6th March 2027
- Time 6:30AM EST
- Location Versailles, Kentucky
- Price Free - $53.75
- Races 5 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 10th Annual Lucky Leprechaun Half Marathon, 10 Miler, and 5K, taking place on Saturday, March 6, 2027, in the charming town of Versailles, Kentucky! This exciting event kicks off the spring racing season in the Bluegrass and promises a day full of fun, fitness, and community spirit. The races will start and finish at the picturesque Falling Springs Recreation Center, offering participants a scenic course that winds through the heart of horse country on beautifully paved roads.
Whether you're aiming for the challenge of the half marathon, the 10-mile trek, or the family-friendly 5K, there's something for everyone. Enjoy commemorative performance race t-shirts, finishers' medals for all distances, and a lively atmosphere complete with DJ entertainment and fun contests like the Best Dressed Leprechaun competition! Plus, your participation helps support the Foster Care Council of Kentucky and the Woodford Humane Society. Can't make it to Versailles? Consider registering as a virtual participant to join the fun from anywhere. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of running and community camaraderie!
Whether you're aiming for the challenge of the half marathon, the 10-mile trek, or the family-friendly 5K, there's something for everyone. Enjoy commemorative performance race t-shirts, finishers' medals for all distances, and a lively atmosphere complete with DJ entertainment and fun contests like the Best Dressed Leprechaun competition! Plus, your participation helps support the Foster Care Council of Kentucky and the Woodford Humane Society. Can't make it to Versailles? Consider registering as a virtual participant to join the fun from anywhere. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of running and community camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
THE RACE THAT KICKS OFF THE SPRING RACING SEASON IN THE BLUEGRASS!
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, MARCH 6, 2027, AT 8:00AM FOR THE 10TH ANNUAL LUCKY LEPRECHAUN HALF MARATHON, 10 MILER & 5K IN HISTORIC VERSAILLES, KENTUCKY.
Our race shenanigans will start and finish at beautiful Falling Springs Recreation Center in Versailles and feature a scenic course on country roads passing through the heart of horse country. The race will benefit THE FOSTER CARE COUNCIL OF KENTUCKY and THE WOODFORD HUMANE SOCIETY.
PACKET PICKUP (3 OPTIONS)
* THURSDAY, MARCH 4TH FROM 4-7PM AT J&H RUNNING COMPANY (197 MOORE DRIVE, LEXINGTON, KY 40503)
* FRIDAY, MARCH 5TH FROM 3-7PM AT THE PAVILION AT FALLING SPRINGS RECREATION CENTER
* RACE MORNING FROM 7:15-8:15AM AT THE PAVILION AT FALLING SPRINGS RECREATION CENTER (RACE START/FINISH AREA)
YOU MAY PICK UP PACKETS FOR FRIENDS/FAMILY. NO CREDENTIALS OR PAPERWORK REQUIRED. RACE MORNING PACKET PICKUP IS PRIMARILY FOR OUT OF TOWN/OUT OF STATE PARTICIPANTS.
This RaceRise produced event is your PERFECT PREP RACE for Run The Bluegrass, Derby Half/Full, Flying Pig, or Horse Capital races.
RACE FEATURES INCLUDE
*
SCENIC COUNTRY COURSE (ALL ON PAVED ROADS/PATHWAYS)
*
COMMEMORATIVE PERFORMANCE RACE T-SHIRTS
*
FINISHERS' MEDALS (ALL 3 RACE DISTANCES RECEIVE A MEDAL)
*
DJ JAMES HUMMEL & FREESTYLE ENTERTAINMENT
*
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS & BEST DRESSED LEPRECHAUN CONTEST
*
FREE RACE PHOTOS (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton and JA Laub Photography)
*
REFERRAL REWARDS Refer 5 friends to register using your individualized referral code and receive a $15 refund on your Lucky Leprechaun registration.
VIRTUAL RUNNERS/WALKERS Can't make it to the race in person but want to support the Foster Care Council of Kentucky and Woodford Humane Society? Consider registering as a virtual runner/walker and doing your own 3.1,10, or 13.1 mile run or walk in your own town. Register by March 1st, and we'll ship your shirt, race bib, and a finisher's medal. The registration fee of $55 includes shipping.
HALF MARATHON ROUTE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2893845]
10 MILER ROUTE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1014403]
5K ROUTE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1043198]
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, MARCH 6, 2027, AT 8:00AM FOR THE 10TH ANNUAL LUCKY LEPRECHAUN HALF MARATHON, 10 MILER & 5K IN HISTORIC VERSAILLES, KENTUCKY.
Our race shenanigans will start and finish at beautiful Falling Springs Recreation Center in Versailles and feature a scenic course on country roads passing through the heart of horse country. The race will benefit THE FOSTER CARE COUNCIL OF KENTUCKY and THE WOODFORD HUMANE SOCIETY.
PACKET PICKUP (3 OPTIONS)
* THURSDAY, MARCH 4TH FROM 4-7PM AT J&H RUNNING COMPANY (197 MOORE DRIVE, LEXINGTON, KY 40503)
* FRIDAY, MARCH 5TH FROM 3-7PM AT THE PAVILION AT FALLING SPRINGS RECREATION CENTER
* RACE MORNING FROM 7:15-8:15AM AT THE PAVILION AT FALLING SPRINGS RECREATION CENTER (RACE START/FINISH AREA)
YOU MAY PICK UP PACKETS FOR FRIENDS/FAMILY. NO CREDENTIALS OR PAPERWORK REQUIRED. RACE MORNING PACKET PICKUP IS PRIMARILY FOR OUT OF TOWN/OUT OF STATE PARTICIPANTS.
This RaceRise produced event is your PERFECT PREP RACE for Run The Bluegrass, Derby Half/Full, Flying Pig, or Horse Capital races.
RACE FEATURES INCLUDE
*
SCENIC COUNTRY COURSE (ALL ON PAVED ROADS/PATHWAYS)
*
COMMEMORATIVE PERFORMANCE RACE T-SHIRTS
*
FINISHERS' MEDALS (ALL 3 RACE DISTANCES RECEIVE A MEDAL)
*
DJ JAMES HUMMEL & FREESTYLE ENTERTAINMENT
*
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS & BEST DRESSED LEPRECHAUN CONTEST
*
FREE RACE PHOTOS (Thanks Ruby Cline-Eaton and JA Laub Photography)
*
REFERRAL REWARDS Refer 5 friends to register using your individualized referral code and receive a $15 refund on your Lucky Leprechaun registration.
VIRTUAL RUNNERS/WALKERS Can't make it to the race in person but want to support the Foster Care Council of Kentucky and Woodford Humane Society? Consider registering as a virtual runner/walker and doing your own 3.1,10, or 13.1 mile run or walk in your own town. Register by March 1st, and we'll ship your shirt, race bib, and a finisher's medal. The registration fee of $55 includes shipping.
HALF MARATHON ROUTE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2893845]
10 MILER ROUTE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1014403]
5K ROUTE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1043198]
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Men's and Women's Sized T-Shirts
Sat 6th March 2027 (8:00AM EST)
$52.75
Chip-timed 13.1 mile race with pace limit of 16 minutes/mile (3 hours 30 minutes total). Overall & AG awards presented. -
10 Miler
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Men's and Women's Sized T-Shirts
Sat 6th March 2027 (8:00AM EST)
$42.75
Chip-timed 10 Mile race on paved surfaces. Overall and Age Group awards presented. -
5k
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Men's and Women's Sized T-Shirts
Sat 6th March 2027 (8:15AM EST)
$32.25
Chip-timed 5K race on paved surfaces. Walkers and strollers welcomed. Overall & Age Group Awards presented. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Men's and Women's Sized T-Shirts
$53.75
If you can't join us in person on March 8th, why not "Run Your Own Race" as a virtual runner to support The Foster Care Council of Kentucky and Woodford County Humane Society? Register as a virtual runner/walker for $55, and we'll mail your commemorative race shirt, bib, and finisher's medal. You can run/walk 3.1, 10, or 13.1 miles on your own time in your hometown. -
Race Volunteer
Sat 6th March 2027 (6:30AM EST)
Free
If you aren't running in our race, consider volunteering to support The Foster Care Council of Kentucky and Woodford Humane Society. Our main race day volunteer shift is from 7am-12noon.
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Falling Springs Recreation Center (Huffman Pavilion), 275 Beasley Road, Versailles, 40383, KY, United States
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