McGREGOR'S 2026 BEER'D MILE
Introducing one of Southwest Florida’s most entertaining races… the 2026 Beer’d Mile, held the day after McGregor’s Kilts & Kilometers 5k! If you love a proper pint, a good run, St. Patrick’s weekend, or just a bit of mischief with your mates, this one’s for you.
This race celebrates two sacred things: beer and beards. And yes, both matter.
THE BEARD RULE (Non-Negotiable)
All participants must have a beard or wear one.
No beard? No worries. Every runner receives an official leprechaun hat with beard… and it must be worn during the entire race.
After the race, we’re hosting a proper Best Beard Competition. Decorate it. Braid it. Spray it green. Add shamrocks, beads, glitter, lights… if it looks like it escaped a St. Paddy’s parade and found its way to Bell Tower, you’re in the running.
RACE OPTIONS
SOLO BEER'D MILE
– One mile total. Four beers. Four laps.
– Drink one beer
– Run ¼ mile
– Repeat four times
RELAY BEER'D MILE
2-Person Relay: Each runner completes 2 beer + lap segments.
4-Person Relay: Each runner completes 1 beer + 1 lap.
Bring your crew. Choose your strategy. Hope your mate holds it together.
AWARDS, MEDALS, & SWAG
All participants receive:
– Leprechaun hat with beard (required race attire)
– Limited-Edition Beer’d Mile Challenge Coin
Medals awarded to:
– Top 3 Solo Male Finishers
– Top 3 Solo Female Finishers
– Top 3 Relay Teams
– Top 3 Best Beards
1st place solo male & female also receive a free beer on Apex.
Overall Best Beard Champion receives McGregor’s swag, a gift card, and lifelong bragging rights at the pub.
TIMING
This event is all about fun — but yes, we’re keeping time. Bragging rights matter.
PACKET PICKUP
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
11:00am – 11:45am
McGregor’s Irish Public House – Bell Tower Shops
RACE COURSE
Flat ¼-mile loop near McGregor’s at Bell Tower.
(Course map coming soon.)
RACE RULES
– Four beers total
– Beer must be consumed in the designated chug zone
– Beard (real or provided) must be worn the entire race
– Must be 21+ to participate
– Anyone who becomes sick must move safely off course
See General Race Rules for full event guideline