Wild Irish Run

🍀 Event Overview

• Event Name: Wild Irish Run
• Date: March 14, 2026
• Location: 1500 Sunset Drive, Guntersville, AL
• More Info: Wild Irish Run Registration

🏅 Race History

• Origin: Originally named Lake Guntersville 10,000 in 1979
• Sanctioned: Became a certified 10K course by Road Runners Club of America in 1980
• Renaming: Rebranded as Wild Irish Run in 1984 on Saint Patrick's Day
• Reputation: Known as one of the oldest 10K races in Alabama

🏞️ Course Details

• 10K Course: All-paved, fast course with small rolling hills
• Scenic Route: Takes you through downtown Guntersville and along Lake Guntersville
• 5K Addition: Introduced within the last 10 years, also USATF certified
• Certification: 10K course # AL12015JD, 5K course # AL19009JE

🏆 Awards and Goodies

• Trophies: Awarded to the top three overall female and male finishers
• Age Medals: Available for top three finishers in each division
• Race Packet: Includes T-shirts and other goodies
• Contact: For more information, call 256-571-7590

📅 Event Schedule

• Packet Pick-Up: March 13, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Race Day Pick-Up: March 14, 2026 from 5:00 a.m. – 6:30 a.m.
• 10K Start: 7:00 a.m. sharp
• 5K Start: Approximately 7:05 a.m.