Wearin' of the Green 5K Shamrock Run

Got the itch for a little extra Irish this year? Baton Rouge's beloved "Wearin' of the Green" St. Patrick's Day Parade includes a 5K Shamrock Run as an energetic kick off to the day's festivities. All racers will receive technical running shirts or singlets from Brooks Running, and the first 1,000 finalists will receive a massive Wearin' of the Green medal to ensure that you are properly respected during the rest of the day's shenanigans. Race begins at 8 am, starting at Moreau Physical Therapy and running the historic parade route. $35; $30 early bird registration (before February 29). wearinofthegreen.com/5K-shamrock-run.