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Irish Cultural Center to Host First St. Patrick's Day 5K

The race begins at 10 a.m. this Sunday, but the celebration kicks off at 9 a.m. right in Canton!

Runners and celebrators of St. Patrick's Day will be in good company in Canton this weekend. 

The reason? The Irish Cultural Centre, located on New Boston Drive in Canton, will be holding its first St. Patrick's Day 5K on Sunday, March 17, according to the ICC's website.

For a small registration fee of $25, walkers, runners, strollers and wheelchairs will be able to take part in the "flat-as-a-pancake" race, according to the ICC. The event will also feature free parking, an indoor bathroom and an after party with live music by Auld Locals.

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And yes, Guinness and Smithwicks will be available on tap.

The race begins at 10 a.m., but the St. Patrick's Day celebration begins at 9 a.m. with an Irish breakfast

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Don't miss out! Register early and receive a free t-shirt.

Those interested in registering before the race can do so by clicking here. Participants can also register the morning of the race at the ICC. For the race map, click here.

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