Irish 5k
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Event overview
The Irish 5K (Race 1 of the Tour de Patrick) is scheduled for March 7, 2026 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The event includes an in-person 5K run/walk, a Kids Leprechaun Run for children 12 and under, and a virtual 5K option. The race start and finish are on Roosevelt Avenue near Pawtucket City Hall, 137 Roosevelt Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860. The event supports the Pawtucket Soup Kitchen.
Format and logistics
Distances:
- 0.25 mi (Kids Leprechaun Run)
- 3.1 mi (Irish 5K and Virtual Irish 5K)
Pre-race packet pickup is available on March 6 at Marathon Sports, 1 Providence Place, Providence. Race-day packet pickup is offered at the Blackstone Valley Visitor's Center, 175 Main Street, Pawtucket. Online registration closes the evening before the race. Entry fees vary by registration date; 5K pricing ranges from $33 to $42 depending on the registration period and walk-up status. Kids race and Tour de Patrick bundle prices are listed with their own tiers.
Additional notes: no pets are allowed and strollers must start in the back for safety. Pre-registered participants receive a race t-shirt; walk-up entries are not guaranteed a shirt. Participants who complete all three races in the Tour de Patrick receive Tour socks and a finisher medal after the final race. Awards include top 3 overall, age-group winners, and a top team prize. A post-race gathering is planned at Azul Tequila Bar, 2 George St., Pawtucket, with live music and a cash/card bar. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
