Murphysboro St. Patrick's Day 5K Walk/Run 5K Run
Saturday, 18 March 2023· 09:00· Murphysboro, IL, 62966, US
About this race
The Murphysboro St. Patrick's Day 5K Walk/Run is back for 2023!
WHEN: Saturday, March 18th - Registration & Pick-up is 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM; Race starts at 9:00 AM.
WHERE: Brews Brothers Taproom Event Room; race starts at Walnut and 11th Streets and ends at Chestnut and 11th Streets; course maps will be available at the event.
GIVEAWAYS: Register online and receive our giveaways, TBA (Limited quantities are available! Giveaways can not be guaranteed.)Â
REGISTRATION & PRICING: ONLINE REGISTRATION is open now until March 16, 2023 - Register online early through March 16th for a discount! Price is $35 per participant.Â
River to River Runners, kids 12 and younger, and adults 60 and older will receive an additional $5 discount.
SAME-DAY REGISTRATION will be available 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM on March 18th - Price will be $40 per participant. Entry fee(s) can be paid in Cash or Card - WE NOW ACCEPT DEBIT & CREDIT CARDS FOR DAY-OF ENTRY FEE PAYMENT! A $5 discount will apply for River to River Runners, kids 12 and younger, and adults 60 and older.Â
CHECK-IN & PICK-UP: Packet pick-up and same-day registration will be Saturday, March 18, 2023, 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM at Brews Brothers Taproom during the Murphysboro St. Patrick's Day Celebration.
T-SHIRTS: If you would like to purchase a souvenir t-shirt, we will have very limited quantities and sizes available for purchase at pick-up for $5.
TOP FINISHERS: Our overall top male and female times in both Run and Walk will receive a trophy. In addition, our top three male and female finishers in each age category will receive medals! All participants 17 and younger not receiving a trophy or medal will receive a souvenir race coin.Â
AGE CATEGORIES
Walk - Both Male & Female
- 29 & Under
- 30 - 39
- 40 - 49
- 50 - 59
- 60 - 69
- 70 & Over (First Place Only Awarded)
Run - Both Male & Female
- 14 & Under
- 15 - 19
- 20 - 29
- 30 - 39
- 40 - 49
- 50 - 59
- 60 - 69
- 70 & Over (First Place Only Awarded)
What to expect
Written from race dataThe Murphysboro St. Patrick's Day 5K Walk/Run, held annually in Murphysboro, IL, is a festive community event celebrating the Irish holiday with a 5K course. While specific historical details for this particular running event are not provided, it's likely part of a local tradition that brings runners and walkers together. Participants can anticipate a friendly and spirited atmosphere, with many embracing the St. Patrick's Day theme through costumes and general merriment. This event offers an accessible distance for all fitness levels, encouraging participation from seasoned runners to casual walkers. The typical terrain for a 5K in Murphysboro, IL, can generally be expected to be a mix of paved roads and potentially some park pathways, offering a relatively flat and straightforward course. Participants should prepare for early spring conditions in Southern Illinois, which can include cool to mild temperatures, with the possibility of wind or even light rain. The course is designed to showcase local scenery, and the event's location within Murphysboro, IL, 62966, US, means it likely winds through neighborhood streets or local parks, making it a convenient and enjoyable race for locals and visitors alike.
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Weather on the day
Sat, 18 Mar 2023Partially cloudy
-0.6°C
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