Irish Jig 5K Run and Walk
Updated
Saturday, March 20, 2027, first start 8:30 AM, in Grand Rapids (2211 Lake Dr SE). Distances: 5K. Entry from $40; the 5K goes from $40 to $45 after December 31.
Course and race notes
For more than 40 years, the Irish Jig has marked the start of Michigan’s racing season, consistently being one of the premier 5K experiences.
The 2026 race was a turning point.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, March 20
2027 · in 133 days
Start time
8:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$40
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Thu Dec 31 (in 54 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Fri Mar 19 (in 132 days)
Opened Sep 1, 2026
Race day in Grand Rapids
Weather
46° / 26°F
Typical high and low for March 20, with a 36% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, E Grand Rapids, MI (0.7 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:47 AM – 7:53 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday. The first start is 43 minutes after sunrise.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
8 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest 0.2 mi away.
Places to eat
- Pera Pizzeria restaurant0.1 mi
- Bagel Kitchen restaurant0.1 mi
- Pink Piggy restaurant0.1 mi
- Jose Babushka's restaurant0.1 mi
15 places to eat within 0.6 mi.
Nearest public restroom: 0.2 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Mar 19
Where to stay
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.