The Lucky Run

South Jersey's 14th Annual Largest Irish themed 5K and 1 Miler in Downtown Pitman! Post race after parties will take place at Merryman's Pub and Bonesaw Brewery! Limited to 500 Participants.

NEW 2026 Lucky Run Finisher Medals!

Charity Partner is HEADstrong Foundation. Learn More Here: www.HEADstrong.org

The Fun

• Best Dressed Competition

• Irish Tunes pre and post race.

• DJ Ron playing Irish Music at Merryman's Pub

• Live Irish Band "Shamrock Shenanigans" playing at Bonesaw Brewery 'til Noon

• Raffles & Door Prizes & Coupons at Both 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!

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 Shirt included- Women's, Men's/unisex and Youth sizes. Please register by March 1 to guarantee 1st choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last after March 1.

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

• Lucky Run Custom Finisher Medal

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

• 5K Walkers and all ages welcome, must be registered to be on course 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 8:40am. 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 Shirt included. Register by March 1 to guarantee 1st choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last after March 1.  

• Lucky Run Custom Finisher Medal

• Awards for Top 3 Overall Male and Female kids 14 & under

1 Mile Walk:

• 1 Mile Walk starts at 9:03am. 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 proof required)

• Lucky Run Shirt included. Women's, Men's/unisex, Youth sizes. Shirt not guaranteed for 1 Mile Walkers who register after March 1.

• Race is Rain or Shine. No refunds or deferrals.

Packet Pick-Up on Race Day @ 7:30AM-8:30 AM at "Good Day for a Run" tents. Pre-race day PPU TBD.

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

Invite Facebook friends on the event page here: facebook.com/events/1386312246500738

Please read through the following details prior to race day.

• Race Date: March 9, 2025
• Arrival: Be sure to arrive early. Check-In ends at 8:30am. Pre race announcements, National Anthem, Color Guard kicks off at 8:40am.
• 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
• 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:
  
  • Thursday (3/6) - 4-6pm at Running Co of Mullica Hill - located at 86 Main Street, Mullica Hill
  • Sunday (3/9) - 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, 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 Papa Jai's BBQ 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 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 to 5K from 1 Mile.

• 7:30-8:30am - Check-In
• 8am-8:45am Live Bag Pipes
• 8:35am - Race Announcements 
• 8:38
• am - Live National Anthem and NJ Police Academy Color Guard
• 8:40am - 1 Mile Kids Race
• 9am - 5K Run begins
• 9:05am - 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, Papai Jai's Food Truck - serving Irish and other fare, and door prizes.
• 10-10:15am - Awards at Merryman's Pub