Leprechaun Leap 5k & 10k 2026

The Leprechaun Leap is a St. Patrick's Day 5K run/walk held in Evergreen Park, Illinois. The event is based at the Hamilton B. Maher Community Center, located at 3450 W. 97th St. This local recreation department event focuses on embracing the "green" theme, enjoying the outdoors, and exercising with fellow residents, rather than being solely for competitive runners. The start and finish lines are at the community center, contributing to the event's atmosphere as a neighborhood get-together as much as a fitness activity. The city promotes it with themes of fitness, friendship, and Irish luck. Previous years' events have featured photo galleries, highlighting the appeal of costumes, green attire, and community participation.