Chautauqua Striders St. Pat's Dash
Dust off your green gear and get ready to Run the Green at the 2026 St. Pat’s Dash 3-Mile Run/Walk on Saturday, March 14th! This St. Patrick’s Day weekend favorite kicks off the Chautauqua Striders 2026 Runner of the Year Series and brings the fun from start line to finish line. Best of all, every step you take supports a great cause—proceeds from the St. Pat’s Dash directly benefit Chautauqua Striders youth programming for local kids and families. Expect shamrock-level good vibes, post-race snacks, race swag, a 50/50 drawing, basket raffle, and an epic post-race mini golf bar crawl to keep the celebration rolling. Whether you’re racing, jogging, or walking, this is one you don’t want to miss!
Race Information
Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Start Time: 9:30 AM
Check-In & Day-Of Registration: 8:15 – 9:15 AM in Jamestown Mattress Arena Club
Day-of registration is $35 with limited shirt availability—don’t wait!
Location: Northwest Arena
319 W 3rd St., Jamestown, NY 14701
T-Shirt Cut-Off
Register by Wednesday, March 4th at noon to guarantee your long-sleeve St. Pat’s Dash race tee—included with registration!
Age Groups & Awards
Awards will be held following the race in the Jamestown Mattress Arena Club (upstairs). Top 3 overall male and female runners earn a special prize. 1st overall walker will be recognized and awarded. Top 3 males and females in each age group score a 2026 St. Pat’s Dash pint glass.
Age Groups: 14 & Under | 15–19 | 20–24 | 25–29 | 30–34 | 35–39 | 40–44 | 45–49 | 50–54 | 55–59 | 60–64 | 65–69 | 70–74 | 75–79 | 80+
Registration Rates
- Early Bird Pricing (through February 28): Students (18 & under): $25 | Adults (19–79): $30 | Super Seniors (80+): FREE
- Starting March 1: Students: $30 | Adults: $35 | Super Seniors (80+): FREE
Putts & Pints Mini Golf Bar Crawl
Putts & Pints is a mini golf bar crawl fundraiser following the St. Pat’s Dash. Teams will make their way through participating locations, playing a mini golf hole at each stop and enjoying the afternoon at their own pace — no running required!
- Event Details: Date: Saturday, March 14 | Time: Noon – 5:00 PM | Start Location / Check-In: Northwest Arena, Jamestown Mattress Arena Club | End Location: Wicked Warren’s (scorecards due by 5:00 PM)
- Team Entry Fee: $80 per team through February 28 | $100 per team starting March 1
Participating Locations: Northwest Arena, The Cherry Lounge, Brazil, Haggy’s 4 Below - 10% of all food sales from the day will be donated to Striders!, Wicked Warren’s
Grab your friends, form a team, and keep the St. Patrick’s Day celebration going while supporting the Chautauqua Striders!
