Introducing one of Southwest Florida’s most entertaining races — the 2026 Beer’d Mile, held the day after McGregor's Kilts & Kilometers! If you love beer, running, St. Patrick’s Day festivities, or just a good laugh, this is the event for you!
Following the classic beer mile format, participants will:
Drink one beer
Run ¼ mile
Repeat four times
Complete all four laps and claim your moment of glory! Costumes are encouraged, energy will be high, and McGregor’s will keep the Irish celebration rolling all weekend long.
All Beer’d Mile participants receive a leprechaun hat with a beard (required race attire!) and a limited-edition challenge coin. Whether you're competing for speed or just here for fun, this is a St. Paddy’s weekend experience you’ll never forget.
Race Events
Beer’d Mile (1 Mile Total) – Drink 4 beers + Run 4 laps
Medals & Swag
Beer’d Mile Participants Receive:
Leprechaun hat with beard (must be worn during the race)
Beer’d Mile Challenge Coin
Timing & Award Categories
This event is for fun and entertainment; however, times will be recorded for bragging rights. Top three male and female winners will get a nice award medal and an additional free beer on Apex.
Packet Pickup
Race Day – Sunday, March 15th, 2026
11:00am-11:45am
McGregor’s Irish Public House – Bell Tower Shops
Race Course
Beer’d Mile Course:
Course map coming soon – a flat ¼-mile loop near McGregor’s at Bell Tower.
Race Rules
This event follows the standard Beer Mile format:
Four beers total — one before each lap.
Beer must be consumed in the designated chug zone.
Participants must wear the provided leprechaun hat + beard during the entire race.
Must be 21+ to participate in the Beer’d Mile.
Any participant who becomes sick must move safely off the course.
See the General Race Rules for all event guidelines.
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