Leapin' Leprechaun

MAR
14
2026
Join the Leapin' Leprechaun 5K in Old Town Traverse City for a lively, family friendly run along the Boardman River and TART Trail. Support Munson Medical Center's NICU while enjoying chip timed results and a festive finish.
Sat 14 Mar 2026
5 kilometers

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Leapin' Leprechaun 5K

The Leapin' Leprechaun is a 5K foot race held in Old Town Traverse City. The event is hosted by The Festival Foundation and sponsored by Fifth Third Bank. Proceeds from the race are donated to Munson Medical Center’s neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

Event details

Registration is listed to open on December 31, 2025 at 8:00am EST. The current entry price is shown as $20, with a previous price of $40 indicated. Each registrant receives professionally timed results, access to carbohydrates at the finish line, and age group medals for first through third place. A race T-shirt is available to registrants who sign up by March 7th to claim a shirt.

The course starts and ends on Lake Avenue in Old Town Traverse City. The route crosses the Boardman River, passes through residential neighborhoods, and includes a short segment on the TART Trail. Multiple local organizations and businesses are listed as sponsors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km