No Luck Irish Run

No Luck Irish Run is back on March 14, 2027 for its 11th running! This run/walk offers both a 5k, and a Kids Dash. New this year the event will start at 9:15 AM making it the perfect family outing to dress up, run/walk, and then celebrate all things St. Paddy's in town square with great tunes, photo ops, drinks, and entertainment. The course is a USATF certified 5k that will allow for some fast times, good times, and always some great photos. Our motto has always been to Build Community, Encourage Fitness, and Shape Lives. This race definitely is a favorite in carrying out that mission while also having LOTS of FUN!

Our training plan will be released by 11/29/2023 for the 9th Annual No Luck Irish Run! Be ready to train hard, and race on 3/13/22!

Our training plan will be released by 11/29/2023 for the 9th Annual No Luck Irish Run! Be ready to train hard, and race on 3/13/22!

Our training plan will be released by 11/29/2023 for the 9th Annual No Luck Irish Run! Be ready to train hard, and race on 3/13/22!

We will award the No Luck Irish Run 5k as follows: 

• Top 3 Overall Male, Female, Non-Binary Finishers
• Top 3 in each Male and Female Age Group: U19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Our goal is to connect our participants with the Indy community and to get Indy moving! We want our races to be great for all athletes, and your sponsorship will improve our events! We have multiple levels of sponsorship packages available. Please reach out to casey@racemaker.org for more information! 

The No Luck Run mission is to build community, encourage fitness, and shape lives. As we head into the 10th Annual race we are excited to launch the "Bring A Neighbor Campaign." The concept is simple...we want to empower our regular runners/walkers/participants to give a friendly nudge to their neighbors, coworkers, friends that aren't super active, or they think would benefit from connecting to the event scene. We know costs can be an immediate barrier for folks so we are eliminating that component entirely! 

After you register for the event you will get an automated email (separate from your registration confirmation) with the unique link to invite folks. Simply forward that link to someone new to the sport or that has had years off. Tell them you would love to train with them, keep each other accountable, and chase a finish line together on March 17, 2024 at the No Luck Irish Run!  

Please note we have set aside a set amount of dollars to cover these entries as the "Bring A Neighbor" entrants will still receive all the same swag/expereince as others. We do have an option for individuals who would like to support the sport/cause to chip in and donate. If we are able to open more spots due to the generosity of paying participants we will certainly add entries and let folks know. We are very excited about this campaign and look forward to welcoming lots of new folks helping our communities take strides toward fitness. 

The 2024 10th Annual No Luck Irish Run is excited to support RaceMaker Productions "Bring a Neighbor" Campaign AND "Active Youth" Initiative. We have set aside an initial 50 entries for the "Bring a Neighbor Campaign" and another 50 entries for our "Active Youth" Initiative. These are free entries with all the same benefits as paid entries. Alll registered participants will get an "invite" link to ping your non running/walking friends with. 

"Bring a Neighbor" Campaign:  "Invite Links" will be sent to registered participants 

Through the "Bring a Neighbor" Campaign registered participants have the ability to invite a neighbor/coworker/friend via a unique link to run/walk for free. We hope eliminating the cost barrier helps give the nudge to non active citizens to train & chase a finish line with the invitee! The No Luck Irish Run/Walk will donate at least 50 entries. 

"Active Youth" Initiative: Open to all under 18 to run/walk a 5k or the Kids Dash. 

Through the "Active Youth" initiative youth are invited to participate in events free of charge. We donate these entries to local running groups, schools, clubs, and individual parents that request them in effort to get kids training and falling in love with being active! To request these entries please reach out on behalf of your club, organization, family, etc. The No Luck Irish Run/Walk will donate at least 50 youth entries. 

No Luck Irish Run 5k:  

Click Here the link or on the map below to view the interactive map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1472228

The No Luck Run 5k Run/Walk has become a fan favorite as it is fast, fun, energizing, and now USATF Certified! Course Certification # IN22011TDK

Kids Dash 1/4 Mile: 

See Interactive Map

Do you have any of the following symptoms or conditions?

• Fever or Chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or Body Aches
• Headache
• Recent loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Within the past 14 days, have you had contact with anyone that you know that had COVID-19 or COVID-19 like symptoms?
• Have you had a positive COVID-19 test for active virus in the past 10 days?
• Within the past 14 days, has a public health or medical professional told you to self-monitor, self-isolate, or self quarantine because of concerns about
• COVID-19 infection?
• Are you ill or is someone you are caring for ill? 

If you have one or more symptoms listed above, or answered yes to any of the above questions please stay home, and take care of yourself. You can reach out to us to arrange packet shipping or to set up picking up your packet at a later date. Thanks for doing your part to keep us all safe!

Is there a time limit?

The 5k Course will have a 1hr and 20 minute time limit. 

Is the course certified?

The 5k Run/Walk is certified by USATF.

Check out the Course Map & Certification #

May I run/walk with a stroller?

You most certainly may! Strollers will be allowed on the 5k Course. Please just make sure to line up according to your pace and be aware of the other racers positions in relation to your stroller. Basically, just be courteous, don't block, or run anyone over and you'll be good!

May I run/walk with my dog?

Here at RMP, we love puppies so much! So it is hard to say no, but no. Per our insurance we cannot have puppies, no matter how cute they are, on the course racing amongst all of our participants. Sorry!

Are there any age requirements for the events?

Kid's Dash participants need to be under 12 years of age. There is no age requirements for the 5k. We will allow parents to make the call on their child's ability. We trust your judgement, after all, it is your kid!

Where should I park?

This event starts/finishes inside the Shops at Perry Crossing Mall. There is parking all around the shops. The best parking will be behind the AMC Movie Theater. This lot is large and allows for the best in and out before and after the race.

Is there a registration deadline to receive shirt/medal?

Race SWAG is ordered 2-4 weeks in advance of the race. We do our best to predict race needs in advance, but its possible that we could run out of shirts and/or medals. To be certain that you will receive a medal and the desired shirt in the desired size, plan to register at least 2 weeks before the race. After we place our shirt order, inventory will be entered into the registration system. As sizes sell out, they will no longer be able to be added to registrations. If you register and are able to select a specific shirt and size, its all yours. If your size is sold out, you may opt to skip the shirt and save $5 off registration by select "opt out of shirt" If medals sell out, we will also let you know during the registration process.

Can I have a friend/family member pick up my packet for me?

Absolutely! Race morning can get crazy if we have long lines at packet pick up, so if a friend is picking up theirs early, go ahead and let them grab yours too!

How can I volunteer?

We LOVE volunteers! We need people on the course to cheer on our runners and make sure they stay on course. We need folks to help hand out medals at the finish line and more.   Volunteers will earn RMP race credit and a race shirt. If you would like to volunteer check out the VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.

I have registered, but now am unable to make the race. What are my options?

We do have a no refund policy, but we can definitely get you into the virtual race event. If you would like to switch to virtual, please email us by Thursday, March 14th. You may pick up your SWAG at Packet Pick Up or have it shipped for a fee. See our VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION page for more info.

Do you offer discounts to groups/run clubs/corporate teams/etc?

We love supporting our local run/walk clubs and other groups training, moving, and working on their fitness! Email us and tell us a little bit about your group!

Will you have a gear check?

There will be no gear check. The parking lots of the Shops at Perry Crossing are all in close proximity to the Start/Finish Area. Please plan to lock up any items needed after your race in your car.

Have a question that is not answered here? 

Email us! It is highly possible that we've forgotten something important here on the FAQ page! Don't hesitate to email us and ask! It may even spark us to add the question to this FAQ page.

• Friday March 12, 2027 10:00 AM -7:00 PM
• Sunday, March, 14 2027 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM

**The Early Packet Pickup events are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to ensure we keep lines and crowding down on race morning. Friends/family may absolutely pickup for you. 

In the effort to reduce our footprint and single use plastic, we encourage you to bring your own reusable bag to Packet Pick Up. Or just plan to carry out your bib/shirt/etc by hand.

Location:

RaceMaker Productions Shop - Located at The Shops at Perry Crossing 
351 Marketplace Mile Suite 110 
Plainfield, Indiana 46168

We are located on the inside north/south strip of the mall. We are on the east side and just south of Old Navy/Dicks Sporting Goods and north of Lane Bryant.

Race Day: 3/14/27 (St. Patrick's Day!)

8:00-9:10 AM - Packet Pick Up (RaceMaker Store) 
9:15 AM - Kids Dash 
9:30 AM - 5k Run/Walk 
9:45 AM - First Runner Finished 
10:45 AM - Last Walkers Finish 
10:50 AM - Awards Ceremony
11:00 AM - Best Dressed 

No Luck Irish Run Participants Get the Following Items: 

• USATF Certified 5k Run/Walk or Kids Dash
• Chip Timing with Live Results & Notifications
• Comfy Long Sleeve Tee (design not yet finalized) 
• Commemorative No Luck Race Bib
• Overall and Age Group Awards
• Custom Digital Finisher Certificate
• Free Photos from Course & Start/Finish 

Virtual Participants can pick up packets at the scheduled PPU, or add shipping during registration

Those who choose to race virtually will have the freedom to sleep-in and run wherever they choose from March 14-31, 2027. Hit the trails in the afternoon or a treadmill while watching Netflix. Your call! 

Results Submission:

Please submit results during the virtual race window of March 14-31, 2027. Submit Virtual Results using this link: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/78677

Stuff We All Get: Virtual Participants

• Comfy No Luck Long Sleeve Tee
• Custom No Luck Finisher Medal 
• Commemorative No Luck Race Bib
• Custom Digital Finisher Certificate
  
  

Packet Pickup:

Virtual participants may attend the same packet pickup as the live event participants. 

Friday March 12, 2027 10:00 AM -7:00 PM 

Location:

We are located on the inside north/south strip of the mall. We are on the east side and just south of Old Navy/Dicks Sporting Goods and north of Lane Bryant.

 
Packet Shipping:

Don't want to attend Packet Pickup? No problem. You will have the option to add-on shipping to your registration. We will start shipping the Virtual Packets on Friday, March 12th. 

No Luck Irish Run Participants Get the Following Items:

• USATF Certified 5k Run/Walk or Kids Dash
• Chip Timing with Live Results & Notifications
• Comfy Long Sleeve Tee (design not yet finalized) 
• Commemorative No Luck Race Bib
• Overall and Age Group Awards
• Custom Digital Finisher Certificate
• Free Photos from Course & Start/Finish 

Virtual Participants can pick up packets at the scheduled PPU, or add shipping during registration