Bluffton St. Patrick's Day 5K

🍀 Welcome to the Bluffton St. Patrick's Day 5K

Join us for the Bluffton St. Paddy's Day 5K on March 15th, 2024, and let the Irish spirit guide your stride! The race kicks off at Martin Family Park in Bluffton, weaving through the charming Historic Old Town Bluffton and along the enchanting May River. Run, walk, bring the little leprechauns—fun for the entire clan! Stroller-friendly, and our furry friends are always welcome. Little ones under 8 can join the "Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter fun run. All proceeds and donations go to the Hilton Head Humane Association.

👕 Details and Registration

• Date: March 15th, 2024
• Location: 68 Boundary Street, Bluffton, SC
• Registration: Online only. Cut-off on Thursday, March 13th, at 11:59 PM.
• Link: Register Here

🏅 Awards

5K Awards are up for grabs for the top male and female finishers overall, as well as top in each age division: <12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+, and even the top 3 dogs.

👶 Kids Fun Run

For the little ones under 8, it's the "Chase the Leprechaun" 400-meter free fun run around the park. Let's see who can catch the Pot o' Gold from Seamus O’Shamrock!

🗓️ Course Information

The race begins at 9:00 AM and ends at Martin Family Park in Bluffton, taking you through the historic town and along the scenic May River. Note that it's a partially closed course, so runners must adhere to pedestrian traffic laws. Officers will be on duty at key intersections to ensure safety.

📦 Packet Pick Up

Brooks Running sponsors our packet pickup on March 15th from 3:00 PM-6:00 PM at Palmetto Running Company in Bluffton. Don't forget your confirmation email (hardcopy or smartphone) for pick-up, and you can pick up for more than one person. If available, additional race T-shirts can be purchased at packet pickup.

🎉 After Party

Celebrate your achievements at the after-party! Enjoy Best Costume awards, Guinness giveaways, the PRC t-shirt cannon launching free shirts into the crowd, and delicious—corned beef hash and egg burritos. Sip on Irish coffee from The Grind Coffee Roasters and treat yourself to Rita's Green Ice Cream. The festivities continue long after the race is done!

🐾 About Hilton Head Humane Association

The Hilton Head Humane Association, located in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is an Animal Shelter that provides temporary housing and care for stray, unwanted, and owner-relinquished animals including dogs and cats in Beaufort County. A wide range of additional services may also be offered by the Hilton Head Humane Association.