Wild Irish Run
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Guntersville, Alabama
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Wild Irish Run on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in picturesque Guntersville, Marshall. This beloved event, celebrating its 46th anniversary, has a rich history dating back to 1979 when it was first known as the Lake Guntersville 10,000. With its USATF certified 10K course winding through downtown and alongside the stunning Lake Guntersville, runners can enjoy a scenic route with small rolling hills. In addition to the classic 10K, a certified 5K course offers a shorter option for participants looking to join in the fun.
The Wild Irish Run, hosted by the City of Guntersville Recreation Department, takes place on the Saturday closest to Saint Patrick's Day, making it a festive occasion for runners and spectators alike. Participants will have the chance to compete for trophies and medals in various age divisions, with T-shirts and goodies included in the race packet. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this top-rated Alabama event! Packet pick-up will be available on March 13 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on race day from 5:00 a.m.
The Wild Irish Run, hosted by the City of Guntersville Recreation Department, takes place on the Saturday closest to Saint Patrick's Day, making it a festive occasion for runners and spectators alike. Participants will have the chance to compete for trophies and medals in various age divisions, with T-shirts and goodies included in the race packet. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this top-rated Alabama event! Packet pick-up will be available on March 13 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on race day from 5:00 a.m.
Organiser's Description
The Wild Irish Run, held on March 16, 2024, will mark its 46th Anniversary.
In 1979, The Wild Irish Run was called the Lake Guntersville 10,000 hosted by the Lake Guntersville Track Club. This course became sanctioned in 1980 by the Road Runners Club of America and added .2 miles to be an official 10K course. In 1984, the race was held on Saint Patricks Day and subtitled the 1984 Saint Patricks Wild Irish Run; and the Wild Irish Run name stuck.
This race has earned the reputation of being one of the oldest 10K races in Alabama and has been chosen as an Alabama TopTen Event in past years. This all-paved fast course with small rolling hills takes you through downtown Guntersville and a scenic tour along beautiful Lake Guntersville (USATF certified course # AL12015JD).
Within the last 10 years, due to the popularity to the shorter runs, we implemented and had certified a 5K course into our Wild Irish Run event. Our 5K course is an all-paved surface that takes you through a scenic trail along Lake Guntersville (USATF certified course # AL19009JE).
The Wild Irish Run is now hosted by the City of Guntersville Recreation Department and is held on the Saturday of or the closest Saturday before Saint Patricks Day.
The top three overall female and male finishers will win the Wild Irish Run trophy and medal.
Age division medals will be awarded to the top three female and male finishers. T-shirts and other goodies will be provided in your race packet.
The race is headquartered at the City of Guntersville Recreation Center located at 1500 Sunset Drive. More info at 256-571-7590.
Packet pick-up will be held at the recreation center on Friday, March 13, 2026 from 3:00p.m. 6:00p.m. and again on race day, March 14, 2026 from 5:00a.m. 6:30a.m.
The 10K race starts at 7:00a.m. sharp with the 5K race starting at/around 7:05a.m.
In 1979, The Wild Irish Run was called the Lake Guntersville 10,000 hosted by the Lake Guntersville Track Club. This course became sanctioned in 1980 by the Road Runners Club of America and added .2 miles to be an official 10K course. In 1984, the race was held on Saint Patricks Day and subtitled the 1984 Saint Patricks Wild Irish Run; and the Wild Irish Run name stuck.
This race has earned the reputation of being one of the oldest 10K races in Alabama and has been chosen as an Alabama TopTen Event in past years. This all-paved fast course with small rolling hills takes you through downtown Guntersville and a scenic tour along beautiful Lake Guntersville (USATF certified course # AL12015JD).
Within the last 10 years, due to the popularity to the shorter runs, we implemented and had certified a 5K course into our Wild Irish Run event. Our 5K course is an all-paved surface that takes you through a scenic trail along Lake Guntersville (USATF certified course # AL19009JE).
The Wild Irish Run is now hosted by the City of Guntersville Recreation Department and is held on the Saturday of or the closest Saturday before Saint Patricks Day.
The top three overall female and male finishers will win the Wild Irish Run trophy and medal.
Age division medals will be awarded to the top three female and male finishers. T-shirts and other goodies will be provided in your race packet.
The race is headquartered at the City of Guntersville Recreation Center located at 1500 Sunset Drive. More info at 256-571-7590.
Packet pick-up will be held at the recreation center on Friday, March 13, 2026 from 3:00p.m. 6:00p.m. and again on race day, March 14, 2026 from 5:00a.m. 6:30a.m.
The 10K race starts at 7:00a.m. sharp with the 5K race starting at/around 7:05a.m.
Races
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Wild Irish Run 10K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$27.50
If you want to be guaranteed a shirt in your size, please register by February 27, 2026 -
Wild Irish Run 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (7:05AM CDT)
$27.50
If you want to be guaranteed a shirt in your size, please register by February 27, 2026
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