THE ST. PATRICK’S DAY CLASSIC
Run down Metairie Road before the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and don’t miss your ONLY chance to qualify for the Crescent City Classic 10k at the 2-mile distance.
The Race begins at 10:00 am outside Gennaro’s bar on Metairie Rd. at N. Causeway. The 2-mile course will proceed down the parade route on Metairie Rd. finishing at Frisco, just before the train tracks and Winston’s Pub & Patio, where the post-race party will take place!
Registration Information
REGISTRATION PRICING:
– Now until 3/8/25 – $30/person
– 3/9/25 – 3/17/25 – $35/person
– Children 6-12 receive a $5 discount.
– Children 5 and under are free! They do not receive a shirt or race bib.
ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:
– St. Patrick’s Day Classic timed bib
– Commemorative St. Patrick’s Day Classic t-shirt.
– St. Paddy’s Day drink specials at local Metairie Rd. bars!
– Post-race party held at Winston’s Pub & Patio with beer, jambalaya and more!
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP OPTIONS:
WEDNESDAY 3/12/25: Participants can pick up shirts and race bibs at Raising Canes from 12noon to 3pm (4036 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70002). A friend can pick up your packet for you – we can look up your shirt size, etc on our registration app.
THURSDAY 3/13/25: Participants can pick up shirts and race bibs at Winston’s Pub & Patio from 4pm to 7pm (531 Metairie Rd. 70005). A friend can pick up your packet for you – we can look up your shirt size, etc on our registration app.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP OPTION: Participants can pick up their shirts and bibs on race day, Sunday 3/16/25, beginning at 8:30am inside Gennaro’s Restaurant located at 3206 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70001. SHIRT SIZES NOT GUARANTEED ON RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP.
Awards and CCC10K Seeded Corral Qualification Info
AWARDS: Top Male and Female Finishers receive free 2025 CCC10K registration and St. Patrick’s Day Classic top finisher award.
CCC10K SEEDED START CORRAL INFO: The St. Patrick’s Day Classic is your ONLY opportunity to qualify for a 2025 CCC10K seeded corral at a 2-mile distance. Completing the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Classic in the following times will qualify you for a seeded position in the 2025 CCC10k
FINISHING TIMES TO QUALIFY ARE:
Brown/A Seeded Corral: under 10:50 min (35:00 10K)
Pink/B Seeded Corral: 10:51-12:25 min (40:00 10K)
Gray/C Seeded Corral: 12:26-14:00 min (45:00 10K)
Green/D Seeded Corral: 14:01-16:00 min (55:00 10K)
YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CORRAL IF YOU ARE ALREADY REGISTERED FOR THE CCC10K. When registering for the 2025 Crescent City Classic 10K, use the URL link from St. Patricks Day Classic Results.
Team Discount
INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND SAVE $.
Teams of 10 or more participants will receive a $3 discount off of their registration fee. The initial member of the group will be able to create the team and team name. As other members of the group register, they will join the team by selecting the team name from the drop-down menu.
· The first 9 team members will pay the regular registration price. When the 10th person joins the team, he/she and all others who join the team will receive a $3 discount.
· As soon as the 10th registration is complete, the first 9 team members who are already registered will receive a $3 refund to their original form of payment.
*Children age 6-12 who received the kids discount and those who received the military discount will not qualify to receive the team discount as only one discount per registrant is allowed!
Course Description
The St. Patrick’s Day Classic course begins on Metairie Road, outside of Gennaro’s bar at N. Causeway (3200 Metairie Rd.), proceeds down Metairie Rd. to Frisco, and finishes just before the train tracks and Winston’s Pub & Patio (531 Metairie Rd.), where the post-race party is held.
Race Day Schedule
8:30 am Number pick up opens inside Gennaro’s Bar
9:30 am Pre-race warm up on Metairie Rd, near Start Line
9:45 am Final Announcements, Dignitary Welcome and the National Anthem begin at start line on Metairie Rd.
10:00 am The St. Patrick’s Day Classic begins!
10:15 am The post-race party commences at Winston’s Pub & Patio.
12:00 am The St. Patrick’s Day Parade begins; the St. Patrick’s Day Classic post-race party officially ends.
Parking
Parking is first-come, first-served street parking. We suggest that you arrive early or arrange to be dropped off near the start, as parking along the parade route can be tricky..
Post-Race Festivities
Participants are invited to attend a post-race party after the race, held at Winston’s Pub & Patio. Michelob Ultra beer, Blue Runner Foods and special drink specials will be provided for race participants at the post-race party. Don’t forget your money! Tasc Performance will be selling special limited-edition St. Patrick’s Day Classic merchandise!
FAQ's
Where does the race start?
The race starts on Metairie Rd., right outside Gennaro’s Bar: 3200 Metairie Rd. Metairie, LA 70001
Where does the race finish?
The race ends on Metairie Rd., near Winston’s Pub & Patio: 532 Metairie Rd. Metairie, LA 70005.
What is the course like?
The 2-mile race begins at 10:00 am outside of Gennaro’s Bar on Metairie Rd. Race Day number pick up will begin at 8:30 am inside Gennaro’s bar. The race ends on Metairie Rd. at Frisco, and the post-race party will be held at Winston’s Pub & Patio!
Where do I pick up my race t-shirt?
Commemorative race shirts will be given to ALL race participants at the Post-Race fest at Winston’s or get your shirt with your race bib at one of the Early Packet Pick up events.
Are walkers and strollers welcome?
Absolutely! Just please be courteous to our runners and line up near the back on Race Day.
How do I qualify for a Seeded Start Corral in the CCC10k?
Participants must complete the St. Patricks Day Classic in under 16 minutes to qualify for a seeded starting corral in this year’s CCC10k.
“A” Group…. 10:50 min (35:00 10k)
“B” Group…. 12:25 min (40:00 10k)
“C” Group…. 14:00 min (45:00 10k)
“D” Group…. 16:00 min (55:00 10k)
Is there an entry fee for the post-race party?
No! Runners, friends and family are all welcome to attend! We will have complimentary food and beer for everyone!
