Manhattan Irish Fest Parade 5k
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Event details
The Manhattan Irish Fest Parade 5K takes place on March 7, 2026, in Manhattan, IL (60442). The race is organized in cooperation with the Irish American Society of County Will and Prairie State Road Runners. The course is USATF certified (IL15029) and will use timing mats at the start and finish. The race route follows the parade route and is described as a road race.
Logistics and awards
Race forms at the intersection of North and Thelma streets, near St. Paul’s United Methodist Church of Christ. The designated parking and packet pickup area is the Metra station at 15601 Sweedler Road; shuttle buses run between the Metra lot and the start line and return runners to the Metra parking lot after the race. Race day packet pickup is at the Metra station; early packet pickup is available on Friday at Fitness Premier in Manhattan. A sweeper will maintain a 22-minute per mile pace; course marshals will remain until the sweeper passes. Overall male and female winners and overall masters (40 and over) receive trophies; other age groups receive medals for 1st to 3rd place. Age groups include 14 and under and five-year bands from 15-19 up to 80 and over. All participants 14 and under receive a participation award. Post-race access to the main festival tent includes food, beverages, and on-stage entertainment; race packets include a coupon for a free beer or non-alcoholic beverage. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.