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Streets of Portlaoise 5k 2027

Name: Streets of Portlaoise 5k 2027
Start: 2027-03-17
End: 2027-03-17
Location: Laois

Laois, Offaly, Ireland

calendar_today 17 Mar, 2027

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sell €6.00 – €26.00

About the Event

On March 17, 2027, Portlaoise AC invites runners to participate in their annual St Patrick’s Day 5K road race. The course winds through the heart of Portlaoise, offering a fast and relatively flat route that challenges participants with scenic city streets leading up to an exciting town center finish.
This event is designed for athletes aged 13 years or older as of March 17, making it accessible to young runners eager to join in on the festive spirit. Junior competitors have their own prize category, encouraging a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere among younger participants.
All finishers will be rewarded with a commemorative medal, celebrating their achievement and highlighting the day’s camaraderie and athletic accomplishment.
As part of St Patrick's Day festivities, this race promises not just a memorable run but also an engaging experience within Portlaoise’s vibrant community.

Races Offered

400m (5-9)

Mar 17, 2027

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€ 6.00

700m (10-14)

Mar 17, 2027

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€ 6.00

Adult 5k (over 20)

Mar 17, 2027

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€ 26.00

Juvenile 5k (13-20)

Mar 17, 2027

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€ 21.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Laois.

thermostat Temperature

4.0° / 10.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

-0.1° / 5.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

5h 16m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.2 cm

air Avg wind speed

15.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.8)

humidity_mid Humidity

83.9%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:41

nightlight Sunset

19:35

About Laois

Learn more about the host city, Laois.

County Laois is in the East Coast and Midlands region of Ireland. Historically it was on the western fringe of Leinster, but modern transport puts it within commuting distance of Dublin, only an hour away.