St. Patrick’s Day Half Marathon – March 5th
As a proud sponsor of the event, the City of El Cajon would like to invite you to participate in the 5th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Half Marathon, 5K, and Green Mile Fun Run!
Several thousand green clad runners and walkers are expected to participate in this popular El Cajon event. The first race and activities will kick-off at 7:00 a.m. in historic downtown El Cajon, on the corner of Main Street and Magnolia Avenue under the El Cajon Arch.
The Half Marathon is a challenging 13.2 mile route down Main St into Rancho San Diego, Cuyamaca College, and back. The 5K is a straight and flat 3.1 mile course along Main Street. To ensure that all levels of fitness enthusiasts are satisfied, there will also be a “Tribes and Clans Fitness Throw-down,” a kid’s competition that combines the goals of the Presidential Fitness Challenge with other kid-sized fun obstacles, and a “Green Mile” for all ages.
The festival at the finish line will include athletic vendors, live music, food trucks, kids entertainment and bounce house, as well as a beer garden to enjoy local micro-brewed beer (for ages 21 and up).
While individuals and families are encouraged to register together, there is a special request for teams that represent local schools, organizations, and businesses. There will be competition amongst teams, such as a Real Estate Office Challenge and a Corporate Challenge. Additionally, attendees are encouraged to dress up in St. Patty’s Day outfits and take part in the “best dressed” competition.
Thanks to participation, the RunEC Foundation raised almost $20,000 for local charities and schools last year. To register, volunteer, and/or get more information about this special event, please visit www.stpatricksdayhalf.com. (Volunteer Appreciation Letters will be provided)
For “pre-event” or “day of event” interviews, please contact Meredith Stowers at (619) 520-1018 or meredith@mungerstowers.com.