The fourth annual Shamrock Run 5K kicks off at TUPPS Brewery at 9 a.m., March 13. Contestants will start in waves for social distancing, race around the McKinney Cotton Mill, receive a finishers medal and then enjoy local vendors and green beer. The St. Patrick’s Day festivities will continue in downtown McKinney. A portion of the proceeds go to a McKinney-based veteran nonprofit, The Warriors Keep.

The St. Patrick’s Day Beer Walk takes place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. downtown, tasting 20 unique craft beers. There’s live Irish music throughout the day, an outdoor vendor market, St. Paddy’s dog costume contests, delicious Irish cuisine, a St Patrick’s Day photo booth and more.  A portion of proceeds benefits McKinney Main Street.

Tickets for the Shamrock Run 5k are $30. Tickets for the Beer Walk are $30. For more details and to register, visit Tinyurl.com/McKinneyShamrockRun.