The St Patrick’s Day Virtual Run is a flexible virtual running event organised by Ultra Running Limited as part of their Patron Saint’s Series. Rather than a traditional mass-start race, participants run, jog or walk a distance of their choice on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, anywhere in the world. After completing and verifying their run, finishers receive a themed medal in the post as a keepsake.

Key Details

Date & Time: Tuesday, 17 March 2026 — complete your run at any time during the day
Location: Anywhere — participant’s chosen route
Event Type: Virtual run — minimum distance 5 km (participants choose their own distance)
Organiser: Ultra Running Limited

Race Description

The St Patrick’s Day Virtual Run gives runners complete freedom to choose when, where and how far they run or walk on the event day, provided the minimum distance requirement is met. Participants record their activity using a GPS device or fitness app and submit proof to the organisers for verification. Once verified, a bespoke St Patrick’s Day themed finisher medal will be posted to the runner. This format makes the event accessible to runners of all levels and locations.

What’s Included

• Official personalised virtual bib emailed before the event

• Finisher’s medal posted to participants following verification of their run

• Option to verify run via photo upload, Strava group or social media submission 

• Flexibility to choose any route or setting — outdoors or indoor treadmill

Additional Information

• The event is part of a wider Patron Saint’s Series, which includes other virtual runs such as St David’s Day and St George’s Day.

• International postage for medals may incur an additional charge.

• This race is open to runners, walkers and participants of all abilities willing to complete at least 5 km of activity.