Paint the Flint Hills green for the 48th time at the **Saint Patrick's Day Road Race on Saturday, March 21, 2026**. This enduring Manhattan, Kansas tradition launches from Kite's Bar & Grill in the heart of Aggieville, sending runners through the rolling campus town streets in celebration of Irish heritage and small-town athletic community. Choose the Marvin Hachmeister 10K, the Shamrock 2 Mile, or test your luck with both distances—a double dose of prairie pavement that separates the faithful from the faint of heart. For those unable to make the journey to the Little Apple, virtual options extend the craic across state lines, ensuring everyone can claim their share of St. Patrick's fortune.
The 48th edition carries the weight of nearly half a century of continuous running, its longevity a testament to simple, authentic execution. No gimmicks, no overproduction—just a well-measured 10K, a spirited 2-mile dash, and the immediate reward of post-race refuge inside one of Kansas's most storied taverns. Registration fees climb on March 2, but the welcome remains constant. The 10:00 AM start sends waves of green-clad runners beneath shamrock banners, their finish lines merging seamlessly with the Aggieville Saint Patrick's Day Parade. Spectators need not choose between cheering athletes and catching candy; here, the race and the revelry are one.
Ben Sigle and his volunteer crew have preserved this event's character through four decades of economic shifts, weather extremes, and running fads. The result is a road race that feels less like a production and more like a family reunion—one where the youngest 2-miler and the 10K age group veteran share the same beer-soaked afterparty. Packet pickup details flow through the official website; on-site registration remains available for the spontaneous. Whether you're chasing a PR, walking the 2-mile with a stroller, or virtually toeing a line 1,000 miles away, you're continuing a legacy that began when Jimmy Carter occupied the White House and Aggieville's cobblestones knew more boots than racing flats. Sláinte, Manhattan. Here's to 48 more.
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 13.2K
Type — Running
10:00
$44.45
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
10:00
$39.08
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 2mi
Type — Running
10:00
$28.34
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
10:00
$39.08
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 2mi
Type — Running
10:00
$28.34
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Manhattan.
Manhattan is a college town in Kansas. It is the home of Kansas State University.
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