Irish 5k
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Irish 5K : Pawtucket, RI (March 7, 2026)
The Irish 5K takes place in Pawtucket, Rhode Island on March 7, 2026. The event includes a 5K Run/Walk and a Kids Leprechaun Run for children 12 and under. The race serves as the first leg of the Tour de Patrick, a three-race series in Rhode Island that also offers virtual race options. The event supports the Pawtucket Soup Kitchen. A post-race gathering will be held at Azul Tequila Bar (2 George St.) with live Irish music, a cash bar, and on-site Guinness personalization.
Events, entry and logistics
- Distances:
- 3.1 miles (Irish 5K)
- ~0.25 mile (Kids Leprechaun Run)
Entry fees vary by registration date. The Irish 5K single-race fee starts at $33 and increases in stages; a full three-race Tour de Patrick bundle is offered at a discounted combined price. Kids race and virtual entries have separate fees. Online registration closes the evening before the event and walk-up registration is available. Packet pickup is available Friday, March 6 at Marathon Sports, Providence Place, and race-day pickup at the Blackstone Valley Visitor’s Center in Pawtucket. No refunds; no pets allowed; strollers must start in the back for safety. Individual awards include top 3 overall and age-group winners; team awards are scored on chip time. Individual awards are scored on gun time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.