Hotels Near Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 – Des Moines 2027 — Des Moines, IA Mar 2027

Date

March 14, 2027

Location

Des Moines, IA

Venue

TBD

Start Time

8:00 AM

Sunrise

7:27 AM

Entry Fee

$0.00 – $80.00

Events

Kid's Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Volunteer THEN Run

Includes

T-Shirt

The Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 takes place on March 14, 2027, in Des Moines, Iowa, with a typical start time of 8:00 AM. Participants can compete in 1 mile, 6.2 miles, or half marathon distances. Entry prices range from $0.00 to $80.00. A virtual participation option is available.

From the Race Organizer

Join us for the annual Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon! A St. Patrick-themed run that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes great swag (designer shirt, custom medal), chip-timing, live results and awards, free photos, a "biggest team" contest, a kids' dash, great post-race food, and plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) Grab your friends and register as a "team" for special pricing and a chance to win the "Biggest Paddy (team)" award! Create a team, or join an existing team during registration. Once 5 people have registered on that team, all team members will be refunded $5, once ten people register $10 will be refunded! *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Course & Travel Notes

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is 4 miles from the venue. The race takes place at 820 ft elevation in Des Moines, Iowa on March 14, 2027, with an 8:00 AM start time occurring 32 minutes after sunrise at 7:28 AM. March weather normals for the area show an average high of 49°F and average low of 30°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 31% of days.

⛰️ 820 ft elevation☀️ Typically 49°F / 30°F · 31% chance of rain✈️ Des Moines International Airport (DSM) — 4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 – Des Moines 2027 — Des Moines, IA?

Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 – Des Moines 2027 — Des Moines, IA takes place on March 14, 2027. The race is held in Des Moines, Iowa.

Where is Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 – Des Moines 2027 — Des Moines, IA held?

Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 – Des Moines 2027 — Des Moines, IA is held at TBD in Des Moines, Iowa.

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