St. Paddy’s Day 5k & Little Leprechaun Dash
St. Paddy’s Day 5k & Little Leprechaun Dash is a running race on March 13, 2027 in Hendersonville, NC, with entry fees from $10 to $45.
- Date
- March 13, 2027 (197 days to go)
- Price
- $10–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Start a new family St. Paddy’s Day tradition with us the St. Paddy’s Day 5k & Little Leprechaun Dash, presented by Benton Roofing! Both races are entirely on the Ecusta Trail, starting and finishing at Trailside Brewing.
The St. Paddy's Day 5k is family friendly and welcomes all ages and abilities! The 5k includes a finisher medal, race shirt, chip timing, donation to Mills River Partnership, and 1 Trailside beer (21+) or N/A beverage. The Little Leprechaun dash is a .25 mile total untimed sprint for kiddo’s that includes a finisher medal and race bib. There are no overall awards for the Dash.
Dress in your green and St. Paddy's day themes for your chance at winning the costume award! Trailside Brewing will continue the St. Paddy's celebrations through out the weekend. Don't miss out on this family friendly way to kick off the holiday in Hendersonville!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
58°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hendersonville 1 Ne, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hendersonville, NC
Nearest Airport
AVL
Asheville Regional Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 87 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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197
Days to train
- Race
- St. Paddy’s Day 5k & Little Leprechaun Dash
- Date
- March 13, 2027
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St. Paddy’s Day 5k & Little Leprechaun Dash
Mar 13, 2027