From the Organizer
-----------------------------MAKE A DONATION DIRECTLY TO BOSTON CHILDRENS HOSPITAL
The 7th annual Running of the Leprechauns 5k is a roaring St. Patricks Day race/party. We have made 1000's of friends, mobilized over 1000 volunteers and raised and donated $102,489 in the first 6 years of this event- we excitedly keep growing!
YOUR RACE MATTERS for Boston Childrens Hospital !
MAKE A DONATION DIRECTLY TO BOSTON CHILDRENS HOSPITAL
The 7th annual Running of the Leprechauns 5k is a roaring St. Patricks Day race/party. We have made 1000's of friends, mobilized over 1000 volunteers and raised and donated $102,489 in the first 6 years of this event- we excitedly keep growing!
YOUR RACE MATTERS for Boston Childrens Hospital !
VENUE:
American Legion 321 Winthrop Street, Medford. RACE STARTS AT 10:30am
Our whimsical and colorful race shirt beloved by many is yours for free with registration! Extra shirts can be ordered with a donation.
We are excited to announce we have a new shirt vendor this year and our Long Sleeve Race shirt will be soft and quality! Guaranteed for all that are registered by February 15, 2020. Finishers medal when you cross the finish line! Awesome swag!
We are seeking sponsors, raffle donations, volunteers and donors- contact 781-844-5457 or kellycatallo@gmail.com
Team captain perks:
Create a team, recruit at least 5 other teammates and you run FREE!! We’ll also have prizes for the captains of the three largest teams.
Every registrant is given a fundraising page- this is not a requirement- it is optional. There will be prizes for the top 3 fundraisers!
Chip timing:
The Running of the Leprechauns 5K is a chip-timed event for runners; the chip will be on the back of your race number- including the walkers!!
Awards categories:
BIGGEST TEAM AWARD- Biggest team will receive a plaque, bragging rights and the decision of pinpointing where 1/3 of next years proceeds are directed to at Boston Childrens Hospital. There is a 2nd and 3rd place plaque as well!
Best Costume (judged by the race directors) 1st and 2nd
$250 Cash & Medal to Top Male & Top Female Overall. Age group awards Medals. Overall awards are based on gun time; age group awards are based on chip time.
Trophies/medals can be claimed at the awards ceremony.
LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE AND KEEP UPDATED ON THE EVENT and see photos of years past- www.facebook.com/runningoftheleprechauns
ROUTE
8:00 am -10 am On site Registration/packet pickup CLOSES AT 10:00am
ENJOY live Irish music of Kier Byrnes LIVE Irish Band.
10:15am KIDS FUN RUN! Free race for the wee ones- register onsite only. Be at the start line.
10:20am- "Best Costume Contest" Be at the start line and ready to strut your stuff!
10:30 am SHARP – 7th Annual Running of the Leprechauns 5k race begins!
11:45 am awards presentation inside.
St. Patrick's Day after-party- Brunch, fresh Irish Bread, cash bar and lively entertainment by Kier Bynes and 3 Day Threshold Irish Band and GOULDING Irish Dancers!
There are parking lots in Medford Square, on Mystic Valley Parkway and at MHS
Sponsorship opportunities are available and we rely on your support! Please email kellycatallo@gmail.com.
You may transfer your registration but there are no refunds. In the event of inclement weather, the event may be postponed to another date. No refunds will be issued due to conflicts with the postponement date. If RACE must cancel the event due to circumstances beyond our control, or change location no refunds will be issued. Please remember, all proceeds go to charity.