O'Niantic 5K
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O'Niantic 5K
The O'Niantic 5K is a St. Paddy’s themed road race that starts and finishes on Methodist Street and runs by the quiet cottages of the Pine Grove community in Niantic. The event is described as a fast and flat 5K course.
Registration includes a custom St. Paddy’s inspired reversible knit beanie. Participants aged 21 and over who show ID receive an ice cold craft beer. Post-race food is provided, featuring Irish inspired donuts from Flanders Donuts & Bake Shop.
Related options and races at the event include:
- 5K road race
- Virtual 5K option available
- HMF FitKids Run: 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, and mile races for ages 2-11
The event is part of the Lucky Challenge series of four O’races and the Li’l Lucky option, which allow participants to earn additional finisher recognition for completing multiple St. Paddy’s themed races. A new HMF Milestone membership program offers event-related perks including a personalized bib when registered in advance; an enhanced Milestone+ option adds specialty apparel and other benefits.
The charity beneficiary for the event is HMF’s Susie Beris, MD Youth Running Program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
