McGregor's Kilts & Kilometers, Presented by Worthington Realty

General Information

• Event: McGregor’s Kilts and Kilometers
• Date: Saturday, March 13th 2027
• Location: McGregor’s Irish Public House at Bell Tower Shops
• Start Times: 5K - 8:00am | 1 Mile – 8:10am

Race Description / Theme

• Overview: We’re back for the 2027 edition of Southwest Florida’s most festive running event—McGregor’s Kilts and Kilometers—on the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day!
• Venue: Join us at Bell Tower Shops as McGregor’s Irish Pub, presented by Worthington Realty, hosts an unforgettable 5K and 1 Mile race.
• Celebration: This year’s celebration is bigger than ever, kicking off Lee County’s best two-day Irish festival.
• Activities: Expect a sea of green, spirited costumes, and non-stop fun as the festivities roll straight from the race into a full day of music, beer specials, and mouthwatering Irish fare from McGregor’s Pub—on both Saturday and Sunday(Beer'd Mile).

Race Perks & Fun

• Irish Pride: All participants are encouraged to show off their Irish pride, but those brave enough to run in a kilt will be in the running for special awards!
• Finisher Gifts: Every 5K and 1 Mile finisher will receive a commemorative Irish pint glass, shamrock socks, and a festive Irish finisher’s medal.
• Lucky Coins: Keep your eyes peeled on the course for lucky Irish coins—find one and trade it in for a free beer at McGregor’s Pub (kids get green Hawaiian punch instead).
• Entertainment: Plus, Lucky the Leprechaun will be on hand for photos and meet-and-greets. Between the DJ, themed games, green sno-cones, green cotton candy, shamrock beads, and ice-cold green drinks, this is truly the ultimate Irish after-party.

Race Events

• Types: 5K and 1 Mile

Medals & Swag

• Participation Gifts: All 5K and 1 Mile participants receive a commemorative Irish Pint glass, a pair of shamrock socks, and a finisher’s medal.

Timing & Award Categories

• Timing: Chip Timing
• Awards: Overall Male and Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd (Gun Time)
• Age Groups: 0-9 | 10-14 | 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+
• Award Basis: Age group awards based on net chip time. Top 3 Male and Female awarded per group.

Packet Pickup

• Date & Time: Friday March 12th 2027, 5:00-7:00pm, Fleet Feet Fort Myers
• Date & Time: Saturday March 13th 2027, 7:00-7:45am, McGregor’s Public House

Race Course(s)

• 5K Course: Click Here!
• Green Mile Course: Click Here!

Race Rules

• Details: See General Race Rules Tab

Register Now!

Don't miss your chance to be a part of this incredible event! This event sold out last year for the third year in a row and we plan to keep that streak alive! Register at this link.