March 17th, 2026
Please join us on St. Patrick's Day, March 17th, for the 46th Annual Pot O’ Gold Races held in partnership with the Ancient Order of Hibernians and J. P. O'Sullivan Distributing. These festive, downtown races are a long-standing Flint tradition and offer something for all ages - they are even kicked off in true Celtic Tradition by the Grand Marshal of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
Distances include a 4-mile run or walk, Little Leprechaun (½ mile and ¼ mile kids’ races), and a .317K Beer Dash (about 100 yards). The four-mile loop takes participants through scenic parts of the city including the University of Michigan-Flint Campus, Mott Community College Campus, Flint Cultural Center, and Applewood Estates. The post-race party includes one complimentary adult beverage for those 21+ (nonalcoholic beverages will also be available), pizza, fruit, a warming tent, live band (thanks to FIM!), and additional food trucks with food for purchase.
All 4-mile participants receive free, festive flair to wear along the race course, as well as a custom, 4-inch race medal and technical fabric race shirt. Age group awards will be provided to men and women in both the run and competitive walk in the general and masters categories (5-year increments).
Beer Dashers will also receive a beer-dash shirt and Crim gift. Food and beverages will be available for purchase for any spectators.
Post Race Info:
- Participants will receive water generously provided by Absopure, a slice of pizza, fruit, snacks, and a post race beer for those who are 21 and above (non alcoholic beverages and soft drinks will also be provided). Post-race food is for participants only. There will be food trucks (Twisted Burger and Happy Camper) onsite for spectators to purchase food.
- Spectators are welcome in the post-race party free of charge but must purchase drink tickets if they’d like beverages!
- Anyone enjoying an alcoholic beverage should have a valid ID.
- For non-participants, wristbands will be required to purchase alcoholic beverages. You can get your wristband at day-of packet pick up, or at the Beverage Ticket Booth.
- Additional alcoholic beverages are available for purchase for $5 (cash or card accepted).
- Pop or water is $1 and does not require a wristband.
- Enjoy live music! A special thanks to FIM for their support.
- The post-race event will conclude at 9:00PM.
Schedule:
5:30 PM Little Leprechauns Race (¼ mile and ½ mile options)
6:00 PM Four-mile Run and Walk
7:15 PM .317K Beer Dash
Pricing: 4-Mile Run or Walk
- January 1st - Special One Day Only Pricing! $35
- January 2nd to January 31st - $40
- February 1st to March 14th - $45
- March 15th to 17th - $50
Pricing: Beer Dash
- January 1st- Special One Day Only Pricing! $22
- January 2nd to March 14th - $25
- March 15th - March 17th $30
Pricing: Little Leprechaun Run (1/4 or 1/2 mile)
- $15
- Includes a medal
- T-shirt available for purchase ($10.00)
Packet Pick-up
- Early Packet Pick-Up at Complete Runner Flint (3170S. Linden Rd) on Monday, March 16th, 2:00pm-7:00pm
- Day of Packet Pick-Up on the Flat Lot 3:00-5:45pm
Thank you to our sponsors:
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Race Day Information
Start Location
- First and Harrison Street
Finish Location
- First and Harrison Street
Course Description
- The 4 mile course will begin at the Flat Lot and will take you into the beautiful and historical College Cultural Center.
- Kids Dash and Beer Dash will be downtown
Event schedule
- Mon, March 16, 2026 2:00 PM - Early Packet Pick-Up at Complete Runner Flint
- Mon, March 16, 2026 7:00 PM - Early Packet Pick-Up at Complete Runner Ends
- Tue, March 17, 2026 3:00 PM - Packet Pick Up on the Flat Lot Begins
- Tue, March 17, 2026 5:30 PM - Little Leprechaun 1/4 and 1/2 mile Race (Kids' Race)
- Tue, March 17, 2026 6:00 PM - 4 Mile Run
- Tue, March 17, 2026 6:05 PM - 4 Mile Walk
- Tue, March 17, 2026 7:15 PM - Beer Dash
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
4 Mile Run
Price changes in 11 days 3 hours-
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$35.00Jan 1 – Jan 2
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Register for 4 Mile Run$40.00Now registering Jan 2 – Jan 31
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$45.00Feb 1 – Mar 14
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$50.00
Late Registration
Mar 15 – Mar 17
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4 Mile Non-Competitive Walk
Price changes in 11 days 3 hours-
Registration for this division means the participant is not eligible for overall or age group awards. Participants entering the non-competitive walk will receive all race amenities the same as other registration divisions (shirt, medal, post-race food, etc.). This registration also includes a tagged bib and timed results.
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$35.00Jan 1 – Jan 2
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Register for 4 Mile Non-Competitive Walk$40.00Now registering Jan 2 – Jan 31
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$45.00Feb 1 – Mar 14
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$50.00
Late Registration
Mar 15 – Mar 17
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4 Mile Competitive Walk
Price changes in 11 days 3 hours-
The competitive walk is a scored walk division (age group and overall awards). Please note entering this event means that you must walk the entire time. Those running will be disqualified.
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$35.00Jan 1 – Jan 2
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Register for 4 Mile Competitive Walk$40.00Now registering Jan 2 – Jan 31
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$45.00Feb 1 – Mar 14
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$50.00
Late Registration
Mar 15 – Mar 17
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Little Leprechaun 1/4 Mile Run
1/4 mile Kids' Dash. Includes a medal. T-shirt available for purchase.
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Register for Little Leprechaun 1/4 Mile Run$15.00Jan 1 - Mar 17
Little Leprechaun 1/2 Mile Run
1/2 mile Kids' Dash. Includes a medal. T-shirt available for purchase.
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Register for Little Leprechaun 1/2 Mile Run$15.00Jan 1 - Mar 17
0.317k Beer Dash
Price changes in 1 month 22 days-
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$22.00Jan 1 – Jan 2
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Register for 0.317k Beer Dash$25.00Now registering Jan 2 – Mar 14
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$30.00
Late Registration
Mar 15 – Mar 17
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Event Organizer
