San Diego Leprechaun Run

The Leprechaun Run Kids 1 Mile is for kids 12 and under! At the conclusion of the Leprechaun Run 5K it will be the kids turn to take over Garnet Avenue. All kids participants will receive a chip timed 1 Mile result as well as a finisher medal!

Kids Run FAQ

Can the parent/guardian run with their kid?

• Absolutely! All kids bibs will come with a matching parent/guardian bib.

What time does the Kids 1 Mile Start?

• 10:30AM

Where does the Kids 1 Mile Start/Finish?

• The start/finish line will be located on Garnet Ave in front of the Bank of America (912 Garnet Avenue). It is the same start/finish as the Leprechaun Run 5K

What do the Kids 1 Mile participants receive?

• Kids 1 Mile Bib, green sunglasses, chip timed results and a finisher medal!

San Diego Leprechaun Run 5K & 1K Kids Run is this Saturday and we have all the event details to get you ready! Check it out below 👇

Early Packet Pick-Up

We have a couple options for you to pick up your Leprechaun Run gear! Event day pick-up opens at 7:30a but we highly recommend you pick up your gear in advance:

Thursday, March 13th | Road Runner Sports

WHEN: Thursday, March 13th: 3 – 7pm

WHERE: Road Runner Sports, 5553 Copley Dr., San Diego, CA 92111

Friday, March 14th | Pacific Beach

WHEN: Friday, March 14th: 3 – 7pm

WHERE: Adjacent to Afters’ Ice Cream Parking Lot, 855 Garnet Ave., San Diego, CA 92109

REMINDERS:

• If you purchased Mail My Packet, you do not need to come to the packet pick-up.
• You can pick-up for someone else as long as you have a photo of their ID (e.g. they text you a picture of their ID).
• You can pick-up race morning starting at 7:30am but encourage all participants to come on Thursday or Friday. This will avoid delays and lines on event day!
• T-shirt size exchanges will only be allowed starting at 8:45a on event day, pending availability.

YOU WILL PICK-UP:

• Race bib
• T-shirt (5K) or sunglasses (1 Mile Kids Run)
• Drink ticket (included on race bib)
• Plus: Special offer from Road Runner Sports

Schedule

• 7:30 AM: Event Day Check-In Begins and Vendor Village Opens
• 7:30 AM: Gear Check Opens
• 9:00 AM: 5K Start Begins
• 9:00 AM: Post Race Bars Open! Enjoy your complimentary drink at Mavericks Beach Club or 710 Beach Club
• 9:20 AM: 5K Starting Line Closes
• 10:30 AM: Kids 1 Mile
• 10:45 AM: Gear Check Closes

Start/Finish and Course Map

Start/Finish Line Location: 900 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109. Start and finish line are the same.

Parking: It’s generally neighborhood parking so leave yourself time to find a parking spot! But here are some paid lots in the area: PARKING LOTS.

Course Map: CLICK HERE

Post Race Party

The San Diego Leprechaun Run fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! All participants receive a special drink ticket to Maverick’s Beach Club or 710 Beach Club. You must be 21+ and have your ID to redeem your ticket.

No Dogs on Course

We ask you leave your dogs at home. Unfortunately with so many people running in very narrow areas, it is not safe to have dogs during the 5K or Kids 1 Mile.

Stroller Friendly

We are stroller friendly!! If you plan to walk or go at a leisurely pace, we encourage you to start toward the back so you have plenty of space for you and your companion(s) in the stroller!

Race Results

Race Results will be live and available immediately after you cross the finish line. Look up your results by scanning the QR code on your bib or by clicking here: RACE RESULTS.

Shoutout to our friends at TimingHQ for all their timing support!

Awards

All 5K runners are eligible for Age Group Awards. Awards will be given for:

• Top 3 Overall Male and Female 5K
• Top 3 Male and Female 5K Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 25-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.

Awards must be picked up from the awards tent post-race. They will be available approximately at 10:15a.

Free Race Photos

Race photos will be taken along the course and at the finish provided by 3PIXstudios! You will receive an e-mail with a link to these photos within 2-3 days after the event. These complimentary photos will be free for you to download and share! Be sure to tag @sdrunningco and #leprechaunrun.

Shout out to our photography team at 3PIXstudios!

Last Chance to Join!

Do you have friends or family still waiting to join the 5K? Send them code FRIENDS10 to join you for 10% off! CLICK HERE to register.

Previous editions of the San Diego Leprechaun Run Medal:

The St. Patrick’s fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! All Leprechaun Run participants receive a complimentary drink ticket to one of our post-race sponsor bar. Your drink ticket is attached to your bib and will be redeemable at Mavericks Beach Club! You must be 21+ and have your ID to redeem your ticket.

Course Turn-by-Turn

• START – 912 Garnet Avenue (next to Bank of America)
• LEFT TURN onto Cass St.
• U-TURN on Cass St. before Turquoise St.
• LEFT TURN onto Garnet Ave.
• U-TURN on Garnet Ave. before Ingraham St.
• FINISH – 912 Garnet Avenue

Aid Station

• Water will be available at 1.5 miles after the LEFT TURN onto Garnet Avenue.

Packet Pick Up:

• Date: Thursday, March 13th
• Location: Road Runner Sports – 5553 Copley Dr., San Diego, CA 92111
• Time: 3:00PM – 7:00PM

• Date: Friday, March 14th
• Location: Pacific Beach Parking Lot next to Pop Pie Co. – 855 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109
• Time: 3:00PM – 7:00PM

If you are picking up a packet for a friend you MUST bring a copy of their photo ID. A picture of their ID on your cell phone is also acceptable.

Alternatively, you can pick up your goods on race morning start at 7:30a. However, we strongly encourage you to come in advance to avoid long race day lines!

What is included in my race registration?

• All 5K participants will receive the Leprechaun Run t-shirt, finisher medal, chip timing and a complimentary drink ticket. All Kids 1 Mile runners will receive a Santa Hat, sunglasses, chip timing and a finisher award. Participants must be 21+ to receive the complimentary drink ticket.

Where is the start line?

• The start line is located at 912 Garnet Avenue next to the Bank of America.

• CLICK HERE for a link to course map.

Is this race chip timed?

• YES! – All participants will receive a timing ship with their registration.

Where do I pick-up my race packet?

• CLICK HERE to view all packet pick-up information.

Can I have my packet mailed to me?

• YES, for a $15 convenience fee we will mail your packet which will include all your gear!

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• YES, they’ll need to bring a copy of your ID (photo of your ID on a cell phone is fine)

Is this event stroller friendly?

• Absolutely! Strollers are welcome in all waves and decorated strollers are highly encouraged! Have fun with it!

Can I run with my dog?

• Due to the size of the 5K run dogs ARE NOT ALLOWED in the 5K run.

Can I walk the 5K?

• Yes! We gladly welcome and encourage walkers. Although there is no defined course cut-off, we ask that 5K participants maintain a 20 minute per mile pace to allow us to remain on schedule for later waves.

Will there be age group awards?

• Yes! There will be age group awards for those who choose to be chip-timed during the 5K run.
• The age group awards will be: top 3 overall, 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ (male and female categories for all these age groups).

Where can I redeem my complimentary drink ticket?

• The St. Patrick’s-fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! Enjoy a post-run complimentary drink at Mavericks Beach Club located at 860 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109. It’s right in our finish line festival area so you can’t miss it :)

Can I transfer my registration to another person or defer to a future San Diego Running Co. event?

• Transfers – Participant to Participant: Transfers are available on each event’s registration site. Simply select the “Transfer” button located on the right side of the event’s Race Roster registration page and follow the prompts. A $15 transfer fee applies. The transfer window expires one week prior to the event date.
• Transfers – Changing Sub-Events: Sub-event transfers are available on each event’s registration site. Simply select the “Transfer” button located on the right side of the home page and follow the prompts. Refunds will not be applied for difference in sub-event pricing. The transfer window expires one week prior to the event date.
• Deferrals: Participants are extended a one-time deferral option to either the following year’s event or another SDRC equivalent event. Deferral requests must be made one week prior to the event date. A $15 deferral fee applies. Email us at info@sandiegorunningco.com with your deferral request.
• Deadline: All transfer and deferral requests must be received by one week prior to the event. There are no transfers/deferrals within one week of the event.

How do I volunteer?

• If you would like to join the festivities as a volunteer, we would love to have you! Email us at volunteers@sandiegorunningco.com and let us know you would like to volunteer. It takes a lot of support to make this event happen and it wouldn’t be possible without our amazing volunteers!

No Parking Locations

Garnet Avenue between Mission Blvd & Ingraham St.

• • Saturday, March 15th – 5:00am until 12:00pm

Cass St. between Alley South of Garnet Ave. & Turquoise St.

• • Saturday, March 15th – 8:00am until 11:00am

Bayard St. between Hornblend St. & Alley North of Garnet Ave.

• • Saturday, March 15th – 5:00am until 12:00pm

Street Closures

Garnet Avenue between Mission Blvd & Cass St.

• • Saturday, March 15th – 5:00am until 12:00pm

Garnet Avenue between Cass St. & Ingraham St.

• • Saturday, March 15th – 8:00am until 12:00pm

Cass St. between Alley South of Garnet Ave. & Turquoise St.

• • Saturday, March 15th – 8:00am until 11:00am

Bayard St. between Hornblend St. & Alley North of Garnet Ave.

• • Saturday, March 15th – 5:00am until 12:00pm