Irish Road Rover 5K
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About the race
The Irish Road Rover 5K is a community road race held in Portland, Maine on March 14, 2027. The event marks the 30th anniversary of the race, which was first held in 1997. The advertised distance is 3.1 miles (5K).
The race meeting point and post-race activities are based at Rí Rá Irish Pub, 72 Commercial Street, Portland. The course uses the Eastern Trail Path and is an out-and-back route that begins approximately one third of a mile from Rí Rá. Start and finish timing mats are placed on the trail, and results are provided by Bay State Race Services.
The event benefits Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland. Registration details include an online registration opening on October 17, 2026 at 10:00 and closing on March 12, 2027 at 21:00. The listed pre-registration fee is $15.00, with a higher fee noted for race day registration.
Awards include cash prizes for overall winners and top teams, medals in five-year age groups, and team awards in Corporate, Running Club, and Open / Family categories. The event description notes a long-running tradition and community focus tied to St. Patrick's Day runs and local gatherings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
