St. Patrick's Day celebrations are perfect opportunities to dress up like a crazy Leprechaun and hit the streets running. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the 6th Annual Leprechaun Chase and Leprechaun Leap on Saturday, March 21, 2026. This event includes a 5-mile run and a 1-mile run/walk. The 1-mile run/walk will start at 8:45 AM with the 5-mile immediately following at 9:15 AM. Participants are encouraged to dress in green or a favorite Irish costume for the occasion. The course is a flat, fast race through the beautiful parks and neighborhoods of Nappanee.
This event will be chip-timed.
Shirts can be ordered during registration at the Leprechaun Chase/Leap Store in RunSignup. We will not have extra for purchase on race day.
We hope to continue to provide great events for Nappanee and the surrounding communities with your support!
AWARDS*
- Top 3 male and female finishers of the 5-mile Leprechaun Chase
- Age Group awards in each of the following age groups:
- 39 & Under
- 40+
- Age Group awards in each of the following age groups:
- Awards will be given to the top youth finishers in each age group for the 1-mile Leprechaun Leap
- 4 & Under
- 5-6
- 7-8
- 9-10
- 11-12
- 13-14
*Awards for in-person running only. 1-Mile awards presented at 9:20 AM. 5-Mile awards presented at 10:30 AM.
No refunds will be given.
PACKET PICK UP
Nappanee Public Library
TBD
Fleet Feet Mishawaka
Friday, March 20, 2026
10a-6:30p
Nappanee Public Library
Saturday, March 21, 2026
7:30a-8:45a