St. Patrick's Day Pre-Parade 5K
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St. Patrick's Day Pre-Parade 5K/1 Miler
The St. Patrick's Day Pre-Parade 5K/1 Miler takes place on March 17, 2026 in Crown Point, Indiana, with St. Matthias Hall listed as the event location. The program includes a timed 5 kilometer run and a non timed one mile walk.
Distances
- 5K timed run
- 1 mile non timed walk
The course follows city streets and passes through quiet neighborhoods. Event features listed by the organizer include finisher medals for the first 200 registrants, green beer available after the event, and race awards for top overall finishers and the top three in each ten year age group. The event supports St. Matthias Food Pantry and the Challenger Learning Center of NWI.
Pricing information through March 17 is provided: the 5K is $30 for adults; the non timed one mile and entry for children aged 3 to 12 are $25; children under age three are free. Shirts are not included in the entry fee and are available for an additional $16 through March 3.
Additional policies noted: packet pickup is offered the day of the event at sign in, no refunds will be given for weather or other reasons, registrations cannot be transferred after February 1, and unclaimed shirts will be sold after the run. A referral program offers a $20 return if five people register via the shared confirmation link. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
