1 Bridgepoint Plaza, Rome GA
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
🍀 Leprechaun-a-Thon 5K
🚶♂️ 2 Mi. Health Walk presented by Atrium Health Floyd
🏙️ Rome, GA
📅 Saturday, March 14, 2026
🎉 10th Annual Community Event
- Join Us: Please join us for this fun and exciting community event!
- Support a Cause: A portion of the funds raised will go to support Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries (www.hungerministries.org).
⌚ Race Start Times
- 5:30 PM: 5K
- 5:45 PM: 2M Health Walk
📍 Location Details
- Start Location: First Avenue near Bridgepoint Plaza
- Finish Location: Pedestrian Bridge leading to the Forum and the Town Green
- Race Certification: The 5K course is certified by USA Track and Field (Certification # GA20019WC), and is also a Peachtree Road Race qualifier.
📝 Registration Information
- Early Bird Registration: The Early Bird 5K cost is $36: the walk is $31. Registration ends on Sunday, February 1 at midnight.
- Regular Registration: Register online at runsignup.com or visit 1 Shorter Avenue to register in person. After the 'Early Bird' rates end, the 5K is $41 and the walk is $36.
- Registration Closes: Registration closes on Sunday, March 8 at 11 p.m. Late registration costs are $51 for both events.
📢 Race Updates
- Stay Informed: All relevant race news will be posted on our website (www.rfpra.com) and social media.
- Email Updates: News will be sent to the email used for registration.
📦 Packet Pickup
- Date: Packet pick-up will be on Friday, March 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Academy Sports + Outdoors.
- Location: Individuals may also pick up on race day.
- Group Pickup: Group packet pickup will be on Thursday, March 12 at Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation’s main office.
🏁 Race Day Information
- Registration Open: Race day registration opens at 3:30 p.m. at Bridge Point Plaza.
- Fees: $51 for the 5K or the 2M Walk on race day.
- Awards Ceremony: For the 5K, awards will be handed out at the Town Green postrace, starting approximately at 6:30 p.m.
🏃♂️ Run and Walk Details
- Run Course: The 5K begins on First Avenue, covering portions of the Kingfisher Trail and leveling system, finishing on the pedestrian bridge.
- Walk Course: The 2 Mile walk covers similar portions and ends on the pedestrian bridge. Note: There are no awards for the walk.
🍊 Post Race Amenities
- Refreshments: Sports drinks, water, fruit, and snacks will be available at the Town Green.
- Entertainment: Foam and music will be provided at the Town Green.
🏆 Awards Information
- Categories: Top finishers will receive awards in various age groups.
- Age Groups: 8 and under, 9-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
⚡ Timing Information
Professional RFID chip-timing will be provided by Wire2Wire Running LLC. Results will be posted at www.wire2wirerunning.com.
☔ Event Note
Please Note: This is a Rain or Shine Event!
Learn more and register here.
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