THE LITTLE O’PUB 5K

Just a wee bit early but our ST. PATS RUN IS BACK!

Participant Limit

• Limit: We have a strict limit of 250 human participants.

Event Overview

• Date: 2026-03-15
• Location: 10 Washington Parkway, Stratford, CT
• Event: It’s a couple of days BEFORE St Patrick’s and it’s time to roll out of bed and get up for a little “PRE PARTY” activity.
• Join us: Run/walk off those calories BEFORE St Patrick’s AND bring some friends to make it easier!

Race History

• Previous Event: Three years ago we hosted “The Hair of the Dog” 5K - the day AFTER St Patrick's.
• Focus: But with St Pats on a Tuesday we are in 'prep' mode.
• Hosting Venue: Our small ‘boutique’ 5K event is hosted by the Little Pub in the Lordship section of Stratford.
• Created By: This event was created by the overly active minds which brought you Miles for Margaritas.

Post-Run Amenities

• Drinks: Lordship Lager to participants 21 & over
• Shots: Jamison shots
• Food: Hot Food, Great snacks & fluids
• Non-Alcoholic: Craft brew & soft drinks available

Incentives & Awards

• T-Shirt: Special Tshirt design (Size guarantee & availability ends 3/1)
• Course: Our very scenic & flat out ‘n’ back course along the water.
• Timing: Accurately timed results
• Discounts: Special discounts inside LITTLE PUB for further camaraderie.

Event Fees

• 1/17-1/31: $30 for 21 & over, $25 for 20 & under
• 2/1-3/8: $33 for 21 & over, $25 for 20 & under stays the same
• 3/9-3/15: $36 / $25
• Date: Registration opens - Get 'er done before we sell out like we did last year.

Event Calendar

• 3/3: Shirt size guarantee ends (we may run out after that)
• 3/14: 8:30-10:30am Early bib & swag pickup at Little Pub
• 3/15: 8:30 am Bib & swag pickup
• Start Time: 10:00 am START of the 5K

Awards

• Gift Cards: M/F & NG champs get $50 Little Pub gift cards.
• Age Groups: 1st & 2nd Age group awards 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
• Special Prizes: GIFT CARDS FROM MARATHON SPORTS, Drowsy Whaler & other great stuff.
• Discounts: HOLD ONTO YOUR BIB - go to the Drowsy Whaler at Short Beach on another day & get 10% off your order!

Special Thanks

• Host: HUGE THANKS TO OUR HOST THE LITTLE PUB with Doug Grabe & Jillian Bass!
• Support: Thanks also to the cooperation of the Stratford Police, DPW and Recreation departments.
• Race Coordinator: Marty Schaivone directs over 30 events each year including six others in Stratford.
• Parking: Plenty along the seawall and in the Little Pub lots.

Registration Link

• URL: Register for the race