The Clove Hitch Beer Mile

MAR
14
2026
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Jacksonville with a themed one-mile run featuring beer or chocolate milk. Choose between men’s and women’s divisions for this festive four lap challenge.
Sat 14 Mar 2026

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St. Patrick’s Day Themed Run in Jacksonville

The Clove Hitch Beer Mile is a themed running event held during St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Participants complete a one-mile course through a format consisting of four laps. Before each lap, runners consume one beverage. The event features a well-marked course and a post-race celebration.

Available event categories include:

  • Men's Beer Mile
  • Women's Beer Mile
  • Men's Chocolate Milk Mile
  • Women's Chocolate Milk Mile

Participants in the beer divisions must be 21 years of age or older. For those under 21 or those seeking an alcohol alternative, the chocolate milk mile divisions are available. The event is divided into men’s and women’s divisions to manage the number of people on the course. Costumes are encouraged for this Irish-inspired gathering, which also features music and festive atmosphere at 622 Court Street. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Men's Beer Mile
Men's Chocolate Milk Mile
Women's Beer Mile
Women's Chocolate Milk Mile