Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk – 7th Annual 2027 — Locust, NC

Date
March 14, 2027
Location
Locust, NC
Venue
Locust Town Center
Start Time
3:00 PM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $35.00
Events
5K
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Registration for the Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk costs $20 to $35. Despite the race name, the actual event offering is a 1-mile run/walk held at Locust Town Center in Locust, North Carolina. The race starts at 3:00 PM on March 14, 2027, marking the seventh running of this event. This shorter distance makes it accessible for runners and walkers of varying abilities looking for a casual competition or training run in the Locust area.

From the Race Organizer
7th Annual Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk LOOK FORWARD TO A GREAT EVENT! PACKET PICK UP SATURDAY, MARCH 14 @ WEST STANLY CENTER LOCATED IN THE LOCUST TOWN CENTER FROM 9am-12pm. Senior Center is Located at 213 Town Center Dr. in Locust, NC. *For those coming from out of town, packet pick up will be available Race Day beginning at 2pm. 🙂 Fast Fresh Course - Green Themed - Shamrock Race Bibs - Finish Line Snacks from Sassy Cake - Chip Timed By Clockwork Timing Thank you to the first 100 that registered for the Locust Lucky Leprechaun. You will receive a pair of St. Patrick's Day Socks in your race packet! Always a First Class and Well Organized Event! Locust is a very short drive from Charlotte and Concord to drive over for a race. PACKET PICK UP DETAILS TO FOLLOW 7th Annual Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk Join us on March 15th at 3pm for the 8th Annual Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk in Locust Town Center in Locust, NC. A fast & flat-ish course through the Locust Town Center & surrounding neighborhood! Get your Green On and dress in the spirit of Saint Patrick. Wear your favorite St. Patrick's Day attire, prizes for best dressed Leprechaun! @excitebikes will be leading the way during the race, course will be marked and we will have our communication dudes readily available on the course...so please don't get lost. 🙂 10-year Age Group Awards - Fast Course - Great Volunteers - Lots of Door Prizes - Race is Chip Timed by Clockwork Racing - Post Race Sweets from Sassy Cakes Age Groups 10 & under 11-14 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ Proceeds to Benefit the Stanly County YMCA's West Stanly Senior Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk – 7th Annual 2027 — Locust, NC?

Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk – 7th Annual 2027 — Locust, NC takes place on March 14, 2027. The race is held in Locust, North Carolina.

Where is Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk – 7th Annual 2027 — Locust, NC held?

Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk – 7th Annual 2027 — Locust, NC is held at Locust Town Center in Locust, North Carolina.

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