Running of the Leprechauns

About the Event

Do you like to run (or walk)? Do you love to drink beer? Do you think St Patrick's Day should be a week-long national holiday?

Us too. And we have the perfect event for you!

The Running of the Leprechauns starts at Oden Brewing in Greensboro, NC and tours the UNCG campus before ending back at Oden Brewing for the soon-to-be famous Saturday before St. Paddy's Leprechaun celebration. This is a chip-timed event and a part of The Race Series. All finishers receive series points for participation!

Not feeling the full 5K? Check out the "Leprechaun Stroll". You will participate in an untimed walk through parts of the course (less than 1 mile) and still get the race swag bag, race shirt (while supplies are available), and one delicious brew.

NEW in 2026, bring in the kiddos out for the Leprechaun Kids Dash! This short course is untimed and design for youth 8 and under.

Race giveaways for all participants include a commemorative short-sleeved blend shirt (while supplies last), a special finisher’s gift, AND a craft beer from Oden Brewing (21+ up). Awards ceremony will take place at Oden! By the way, we are family/stroller & pet friendly too!

You can also be a part of the fun without the run and volunteer or just come spectate! All are welcome at this event.

Think you've got what it takes to be the best dressed Leprechaun?

All are invited to participate. Top leprechaun, as decided by the judges, will receive $75 gift card to Oden Brewing! Come dressed to impress!

Best dressed signups are 8:30 AM-10:30 AM race day ONLY with judging and awards immediately following the awards ceremony.

Races Offered

Leprechaun Dash

Mar 06, 2027

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Distance — Leprechaun Dash

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Type — Running

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09:30

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$15.00

5K Run/Walk

Mar 06, 2027

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Running

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10:00

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$25.00

Leprechaun Stroll

Mar 06, 2027

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Distance — Leprechaun Stroll

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Type — Running

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10:05

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$20.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Greensboro.

thermostat Temperature

6.0° / 17.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

2.0° / 14.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 51m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.9 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

59.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:27

nightlight Sunset

19:27

About Greensboro

Learn more about the host city, Greensboro.

Greensboro is a city of almost 300,000 people (2020) in North Carolina. It is named after Nathanael Greene, a Patriot general who fought a battle here during the Revolutionary War. It's nicknamed the "Gate City" for its historical role as a transportation hub for the Piedmont. The famous author William Sydney Porter, better known as O. Henry, was born here. It can be sleepy and genteel but is enjoying a newfound reputation as a great place for young people. Downtown especially is experiencing a surfeit of bars, music venues and restaurants. Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point are the three cities that make up the Piedmont Triad, halfway between Raleigh and Charlotte.