Irish-Themed Road Races Coming up in Massachusetts this March 2023

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Photo Courtesy of the Holyoke St. Patrick's Road Race

St. Patrick's Day and Irish Heritage Month are big deals in Massachusetts, with hundreds of parades, concerts and festivities throughout the Commonwealth. One great way to celebrate is to sign up for an Irish-themed road race or fun run in the Bay State.  It's a healthy way to usher in spring and prepare yourself for the festivities ahead!  

The Boston Irish Tourism Association has compiled this selection of road races you'll enjoy running (or walking) to celebrate Ireland's patron saint.  On your marks!

March 5, Sunday
Lawrence 

March 12, Sunday
Dracut 

March 18, Saturday
Holyoke 

March 18, Saturday
Marshfield

March 18, Saturday
Plymouth

March 19, Sunday
South Boston

Find details on St. Patrick's Day parades in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island for March 2022.   

Here is an ongoing calendar of events of cultural activities taking place in March 2022.   Check back for updates, and Happy St. Patrick's Day.  

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About the Boston Irish Tourism Association 

The Boston Irish Tourism Association (BITA) was formed in 2000 to market the vibrant Irish-American community in Massachusetts and New England, especially its culture, heritage, and small businesses. BITA's goal was to connect the Irish-American grassroots community with the state's tourism and hospitality industries so that year round cultural events could be enjoyed by visitors, conventioneers, business travelers and tour groups coming to Massachusetts. The result has been to make it easy for visitors – and local residents – to get immersed in the state’s wonderful range of cultural activities, and to take advantage of the hospitality amenities available to travelers.

BITA also promotes travel to the island of Ireland year round.

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