In 218 days · Sun, Mar 14, 2027
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When
Sunday, March 14th, 2027
Where
Locust Town Center, Locust NC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
42–63°F · some rain risk
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2026
45–72°F
dry
2025
48–75°F
dry
2024
42–77°F
dry
2023
30–48°F
dry
2022
32–62°F
dry
2021
53–71°F
dry
2020
52–67°F
dry
2019
48–71°F
dry
2018
30–44°F
dry
2017
33–51°F
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About this race
7th Annual Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk
Event Overview
- Date: March 14, 2027
- Location: Locust Town Center, Locust, NC
- Packet Pick Up: Saturday, March 14 at West Stanly Center from 9am-12pm
- Race Day Packet Pick Up: Available starting at 2pm for out of town participants
Race Features
- Course: Fast and fresh, marked for safety
- Theme: Green themed with shamrock race bibs
- Snacks: Finish line snacks provided by Sassy Cake
- Timing: Chip timed by Clockwork Timing
Special Offers
- First 100 Registrants: Receive St. Patrick's Day socks in their race packet
- Best Dressed: Prizes for wearing St. Patrick’s Day attire
- Communication: Course marshals available to assist
- Volunteers: Great support throughout the event
Age Group Awards
- Categories: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29
- Further Categories: 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Beneficiary
- Proceeds: Benefit the Stanly County YMCA's West Stanly Senior Center
Join us for a fun-filled event! For more details and registration, visit the official page: Locust Lucky Leprechaun 5K.
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