The Lucky Leprechaun Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Lucky Leprechaun Half Marathon, 10 Miler, and 5K takes place on March 7, 2026 in Versailles, Kentucky. The event starts and finishes at Falling Springs Recreation Center (Huffman Pavilion), 275 Beasley Road, Versailles, KY 40383. Proceeds benefit the Foster Care Council of Kentucky and the Woodford Humane Society. Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 10 Miler
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Virtual runner/walker option and a volunteer entry
Details
The races use a scenic country course on paved roads and pathways through local horse country. Route maps are provided for the half marathon, 10 miler, and 5K. The half marathon route is described as having rolling hills and some flatter sections, with five hydration stations that are passed multiple times along the course.
Packet pickup is available at three times and locations: Thursday, March 5 at J&H Running Company in Lexington; Friday, March 6 at the pavilion at Falling Springs Recreation Center; and race morning at the pavilion (race start/finish area). Race morning pickup is noted as primarily for out-of-town participants and packets may be picked up for friends or family without credentials.
All three race distances receive commemorative medals. The event provides performance long-sleeve shirts (green) in a range of men's, women's, and youth sizes while supplies last, age-group and overall awards, a best-dressed contest, live entertainment, and free race photos. A referral reward offers a partial refund for referring multiple registrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
