OCMD St. Patrick's Day Boardwalk 5k

MAR

14

2026

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a fast 5k on the Ocean City boardwalk. The out-and-back course starts and finishes near Shenanigans Irish Pub. Remember to register early, as no day-of registration is available.

Sat 14 Mar 2026

Ocean City, Maryland

Registration

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Event Overview

The OCMD St. Patrick's Day Boardwalk 5k takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Ocean City, Maryland. The address for the event is 309 North Atlantic Avenue on the boardwalk. The event features a single 5k race.

Course Details

The 5k course is run entirely on the Ocean City boardwalk. It starts on 4th Street directly behind Shenanigans Irish Pub. Runners head south toward the inlet, go around a pier, and pass under a white tram station where they make a 180-degree turn. The course then heads north on the boardwalk past the starting area, continues up to 16th Street, makes another 180-degree turn, and heads south again to finish back at 4th Street. The exact start and finish points are subject to slight change based on timing equipment setup.

Registration and Logistics

Registration is required in advance, as there is no day-of registration. Packet pickup is located under a white tent at 4th Street and the boardwalk. It is available on Friday, March 13, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, and on race day, Saturday, March 14, from 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM. The entry fee is listed as $37.04, which includes a processing fee, and the price increases after March 8, 2026. The event is open to participants aged 2 to 100. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.