St. Patty’s Day 5k Race Kicks Off March 17 Festivities

Before the 31st annual St. Patrick’s Day parade rolls down Coastal Highway on Saturday, March 17, residents and visitors can squeeze in a workout by participating in the second annual St. Patty’s Day Boardwalk 5k run.

“This event just adds to the day’s festivities,” said run co-organizer Chris Klebe of OC Tri-Running Sports Inc. “After the race, people will have plenty of time to head over to the parade.”

The inaugural event last year drew approximately 530 runners. Klebe said about 250 athletes pre-registered, while the remainder signed up the day before at Shenanigan’s Irish Pub, located on the Boardwalk at Fourth Street or on the morning of the race.

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