St. Pat's 5k
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Event overview
St. Pat's 5K takes place on March 14, 2026 in Providence, Rhode Island at the RI Statehouse, 82 Smith Street. The race day includes in-person and virtual options and a short kids race for children 12 and under. Parents may run with their children. Pets are not allowed and strollers must start at the back for safety. After the event there is activity at Patrick's Pub (381 Smith St.) with live Irish music, Guinness staff personalizing pints, and a cash bar; participants should bring ID for alcoholic purchases.
Events and distances
- St. Pat's 5K - 3.1 miles
- Kids Leprechaun Run - ~1/4 mile (ages 12 and under)
- VIRTUAL St. Pat's 5K
Entry, awards and series information
Entry fees for the 5K and kids run are tiered by date. Example 5K fees listed are $33 through 12/31/2025, then higher rates thereafter, with a higher walk-up fee on race weekend. Kids run fees follow a similar tiered structure. Online registration for the Tour races closes early March. No refunds are offered and T-shirts are not guaranteed for walk-up registrations.
The St. Pat's 5K is the second leg of the Tour de Patrick, a three-race series in March. Participants who complete all three races receive custom socks and a Tour finisher's medal, collected at the Shamrock Shuffle finish. Individual awards are given by age groups (Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+), scored on gun time. A team award is given to the top overall team based on chip time; there is no limit on team size. Online team entry is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.