Crim Pot O’ Gold Race

Please join us on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th, for the 46th Annual Pot O’ Gold Races held in partnership with the Ancient Order of Hibernians and J. P. O’Sullivan Distributing. These festive, downtown races are a long-standing Flint tradition and offer something for all ages – they are even kicked off in true Celtic Tradition by the Grand Marshal of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.

Distances include a 4-mile run or walk, Little Leprechaun (½ mile and ¼ mile kids’ races), and a .317K Beer Dash (about 100 yards). The four-mile loop takes participants through scenic parts of the city including the University of Michigan-Flint Campus, Mott Community College Campus, Flint Cultural Center, and Applewood Estates. The post-race party includes one complimentary adult beverage for those 21+ (nonalcoholic beverages will also be available), pizza, fruit, a warming tent, live band (thanks to FIM!), and additional food trucks with food for purchase.

All 4-mile participants receive free, festive flair to wear along the race course, as well as a custom, 4-inch race medal and technical fabric race shirt. Age group awards will be provided to men and women in both the run and competitive walk in the general and masters categories (5-year increments).

Beer Dashers will also receive a beer-dash shirt and Crim gift. Food and beverages will be available for purchase for any spectators.

Post Race Info:

• Participants will receive water generously provided by Absopure, a slice of pizza, fruit, snacks, and a post race beer for those who are 21 and above (non alcoholic beverages and soft drinks will also be provided). Post-race food is for participants only. There will be food trucks (Twisted Burger and Happy Camper) onsite for spectators to purchase food.
• Spectators are welcome in the post-race party free of charge but must purchase drink tickets if they’d like beverages!
• Anyone enjoying an alcoholic beverage should have a valid ID.
• For non-participants, wristbands will be required to purchase alcoholic beverages. You can get your wristband at day-of packet pick up, or at the Beverage Ticket Booth.
• Additional alcoholic beverages are available for purchase for $5 (cash or card accepted).
• Pop or water is $1 and does not require a wristband.
• Enjoy live music! A special thanks to FIM for their support.
• The post-race event will conclude at 9:00PM.

Schedule:

5:30 PM Little Leprechauns Race (¼ mile and ½ mile options)
6:00 PM Four-mile Run and Walk

7:15 PM .317K Beer Dash

Pricing: 4-Mile Run or Walk

• January 1st – Special One Day Only Pricing! $35
• January 2nd to January 31st – $40
• February 1st to March 14th – $45
• March 15th to 17th – $50

Pricing: Beer Dash

• January 1st- Special One Day Only Pricing! $22
• January 2nd to March 14th – $25
• March 15th – March 17th $30

Pricing: Little Leprechaun Run (1/4 or 1/2 mile)

• $15
• Includes a medal
• T-shirt available for purchase ($10.00)

Packet Pick-up

• Early Packet Pick-Up at Complete Runner Flint (3170S. Linden Rd) on Monday, March 16th, 2:00pm-7:00pm
• Day of Packet Pick-Up on the Flat Lot 3:00-5:45pm