The Lucky Run

South Jersey's Largest Irish Holiday themed 5K and 1 Miler in Downtown Pitman! Celebrate St. Patty's Day with the 15th Annual Lucky Run and After-Parties at 2 fun locations - Merryman's Pub and Bonesaw Brewery!

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5K Race:

• 5K Race starts at 9 AM. Chip-Timed with Instant Results.

• Nice neighborhood paved course through historic and beautiful Pitman, NJ

• COURSE MAP: https://www.plotaroute.com/map/2164958 

• Lucky Run Short Sleeve Shirt included- Women's, Men's/unisex and Youth sizes. Long Sleeve upgrade available for $6 extra. Please register by Feb. 22 to guarantee first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for registrations after Feb. 22.   

• Drink Ticket included for a Guinness or Domestic beer at Merryman's Pub or craft beer from Bonesaw Brewery! (21+ ID req for beer) SPECIAL PRICING - Children receive discounted price during registration, drink ticket not provided for them. 

• Awards for Top 3 Male and Female Overall and Age Group Winners (Age 14&under, 15-19, 20-29, and every 10 yr.)

• 5K Walkers and all ages welcome. Registration required and start behind pack of runners for safety of all participants. 1 Hour time limit kindly requested.

1 Mile Kids Run (Age 14 & Under only):

• 1 Mile Kids Run starts at 8:30am. Chip-timed with instant results.

• A parent or guardian may run with child. ( Parent does not need to register in 1 Mile Kids Run only) 

• COURSE MAP: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/994112 

• Lucky Run Short Sleeve Shirt included- Women's, Men's/unisex and Youth sizes. Long Sleeve upgrade available for $6 extra. Please register by Feb. 21 to guarantee first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for registrations after Feb. 21.   

• Lucky Run Finisher Medal included for 1 Mile Kids Run participants

• Awards for Top 3 Male and Female Overall Winners for ages 9&under and 10-14 yrs.

1 Mile Walk:

• 1 Mile Walk starts at 9:05am. 1 Mile Course through scenic Pitman (not timed) 

• COURSE MAP: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/994112 

• Drink Ticket included for a Guinness or Domestic beer at Merryman's Pub or craft beer at Bonesaw Brewery! (21+ ID req for beer) 

• Lucky Run Short Sleeve Shirt included- Women's, Men's/unisex and Youth sizes. Long Sleeve upgrade available for $6 extra. Please register by Feb. 21 to guarantee first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for registrations after Feb. 21.   

The After-Party Fun:

• Best Dressed Competition

• Live Irish Band "Shamrock Shenanigans" playing pre-race and then at Bonesaw Brewery 'til Noon

• DJ Ron Riskie playing Irish Music at Merryman's Pub at the After-party

• Raffles, Door Prizes & Coupons at Both After-Party Locations

• Irish Food Menu available at host, Merryman's Pub. Website here: Merryman's Pub

• Food Truck will be on-site at Bonesaw Brewery.

• Free downloadable Race and After-party photos. Irish Professional photographer on staff!

Race Day Packet Pick-Up: Saturday (3/6)- 7:30am-8:30am at Ballard Park in Pitman, at "Good Day for a Run" tents. For 1 Mile Kids Race pick-up - please arrive by 8:00 AM. Second Option of Pre-race day pick up is TBD and will be emailed to registrations and posted 1-2 weeks prior to race day. Race is Rain or Shine. No refunds or deferrals.

Volunteers receive drink ticket and free future race! Visit the "Volunteer" Tab for details & sign up.

Please read through the following details prior to race day.

• Race Date: March 14th, 2026
• Arrival: Be sure to arrive early. Check-In ends at 8:30am. Pre race announcements, National Anthem, Color Guard kicks off at 8:35am.
• Start Times: Kids 1 Mile race will start at 8:40 AM, 5K will start at 9 AM, 1 Mile Walk will start at 9:03. 
• Check-In Location: Ballard Park, located next to the Pitman Library. Address is 15 Pitman Ave, Pitman NJ 08071
• Pre race Live Music - Shamrock Shenanigans will be performing pre race in Ballard Park.
• Parking: There is significant on street parking and municipal/retail lots all within walking distance to the start area.  There is plenty of parking at Bonesaw for the post race party.
• Start/Finish Location: Located at 101 West Jersey Ave, Pitman. This is a short walk from Check-In Area. 
• Course Maps:
  • 5K - https://www.plotaroute.com/map/2164958 
  • 1 Mile - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/994112 
• Packet Pick Up Options:
  
  • Friday (3/13) - 4-6pm at Running Co of Mullica Hill - located at 86 Main Street, Mullica Hill
  • Saturday (3/14) - 7:30am-8:30am at Ballard Park in Pitman.
• After Party Locations:
  • Merryman's Pub - Our main post race party location, will be offering a Guinness or domestic, plus they will have food menu available with some great Irish and other options! Post race fun will include Awards, Best Dressed, Live Irish DJ,and Raffles. 
  • Bonesaw Brewery -  Our overflow location with great craft beers, will honor your drink ticket for a select number of their most popular beers.  Live Irish trio - Shamrock Shenanigans, and Keek's Touch Food Truck! Door Prizes and Best Dressed too! Located just a couple minutes away at 570 Mullica Hill Rd. Glassboro. 
• Awards: Awards will be presented at Merryman's Pub at about 10:10am. Awards will go to top 3 Overall and Top 3 in each age group (under 15, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, etc.) Kids One Mile Race awards are also at 10 AM and are for Top 3 male and Top 3 female finishers. 
• Results: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/40327#resultSetId-305498;perpage:100 
• Best Dressed Competition: 2 winners - one at each postrace party location at approx. 10:15-10:30am.  
• Race is rain or Shine.
• Strollers are permitted. Please start toward the back. 
• No Refunds or transfers
• To switch Distances - 5K to 1 Mile or 1 Mile to 5K - Please email Beth@gooddayforarun.com. Or notify race staff prior to race at check-in. There is a $15 upgrade fee required to upgrade from 1 Mile to the 5K.

• 7:30am-8:30am - Race Day Check-In (If you came to PPU, you do not need to check-in)
• 7:45am-8:30am - Shamrock Shenanigans live trio will be performing at Ballard Park 
• 8:35am - Race Announcements 
• 8:38am - Live National Anthem by Sam Alvira
• 8:40am - 1 Mile Timed Kids Race
• 9:00am - 5K Race Begins
• 9:03am - 1 Mile Walk Begins
• 9:30am-Noon After Party!
  • Merryman's Pub features Irish Music by DJ Ron, Guinness Beer (and More), Pub menu, Awards, Door Prizes, and Fun Times
  • Bonesaw Brewery features Live Irish Trio Shamrock Shenanigans, craft beers, Keek's Touch Food Truck - serving Irish and other fare, and door prizes.
• 10-10:15am - Awards at Merryman's Pub
• 10:15-10:30 - Best Irish Dressed Competition at both Merryman's Pub and Bonesaw Brewery