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  • Lucky Leprechaun 5K and Kids Rainbow Dash [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Kick Off Your 2026 East‑Side St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Belleville with the Lucky Leprechaun 5K!

    Start your St. Patrick’s Day festivities early by joining us for the Lucky Leprechaun 5K in...

    Kick Off Your 2026 East‑Side St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in Belleville with the Lucky Leprechaun 5K!

    Start your St. Patrick’s Day festivities early by joining us for the Lucky Leprechaun 5K in beautiful Belleville! The run begins and ends at Union United Methodist Church, taking participants on a fun, scenic route through the streets of Belleville. After finishing, runners are encouraged to head over to the parade route to celebrate with family and friends before continuing the fun at the St. Patrick’s Day Block Party!

    Registration Information

    5K Run

    $30 – Advanced registration

    $35 – Day‑of registration

    Includes an active-blend T‑shirt featuring a brand‑new design

    T‑shirts guaranteed for participants registered by February 23

    Registrations received after February 23 are not guaranteed a shirt; extra shirts will be available on a first‑come, first‑served basis

    Registration is non‑refundable

    (T‑shirts are provided with 5K registration only.)

    Kids’ 50‑Yard Rainbow Dash – $10

    Perfect for children 12 and under who aren’t quite ready for the full 5K. Every child who participates will receive a medal!

    Race Day Schedule

    5K Start Time: 9:00 AM (sharp!)

    Kids’ Rainbow Dash: Approximately 10:00 AM, immediately following the completion of the 5K

    Location: Belleville Main Street

    Start/Finish Line: Union United Methodist Church, 721 East Main Street. Limited parking is available at the church

    Additional parking can be found throughout Belleville

    Packet Pick‑Up

    Pre‑Race Packet Pick‑Up:

    McCullough's Flooring - 4400 North Belt West Belleville, IL 618-234-5005

    Thursday March 12 - 9am-6pm

    Friday March 13 - 9-4:30pm

    Race‑Day Pick‑Up: 8:00–8:45 AM at Union United Methodist Church. 721 E Main Street

    Weather & Cancellation Policy

    The event will only be cancelled in the case of severe weather, such as thunderstorms.

    Registration is non‑refundable.

    Cancellation notices will be posted on the Belleville Main Street Facebook page.

    Awards

    Overall Winners: Trophy to the 1st place male and female finisher

    Age‑Group Medals: Top 3 male and female finishers in each division:13 & under

    14–18

    19–24

    25–29

    30–34

    35–39

    40–44

    45–49

    50–54

    55–59

    60–64

    65+

    All Kids’ Rainbow Dash participants will receive a medal.

    Timing System: Timing by Toolen’s Running Start

    Professional race timing provided by Toolen’s Running Start.

    (View results online following the race.)

    5k Kids Run

    721 E Main St, Belleville, Illinois, 62220, United States
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