Purple Paddy's 5k 2026
Join our virtual 5k for a world without pancreatic cancer on St. Patrick's Day Weekend! March 13-17 | Everyone who registers will receive a virtual bib and a Purple Paddy's T-shirt
$7,556 raised
Run or walk virtually or use a local 5k to fundraise and spread awareness!
On the weekend of St. Patrick's Day 2026 (March 13-17th), Purple Paddy will be back with a virtual 5k for a world without pancreatic cancer.
Purple Paddy's 5k is 100% virtual, allowing you to walk, jog, or run your 5k from wherever you are (even your treadmill... or a field of clovers) - all while raising important awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer research and patient aid.
This will be Project Purple's first of a 3-part virtual series for 2026.
By making your miles matter you are supporting Project Purple in 2 ways. First, you bring hope to patients by supporting our patient financial aid program and sending care packages to those who are battling. Secondly, you are directly impacting and advancing research for early detection and a cure.
We encourage you to set up a team and invite your friends and family to join you in making a difference. Participation can happen from anywhere. Share your fundraising pages and make an even larger impact.
Join Our Facebook Group To Stay In The Loop!
You can share your why with other members of our Project Purple community, or stay in touch for the latest updates by joining this Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/purplepaddy/
T-Shirt Info
If you choose to register and participate, you will receive a 2026 Purple Paddy's shirt and custom bib, which you can proudly wear to spread awareness for our mission.
We strongly encourage wearing the shirts to your local St. Patrick's Day 5ks and/or posting photos of yourself with the shirt on social media. Due to shipping constraints, if you register by February 15, you should receive your shirt in time for race day (pending possible shipping issues beyond our control). If you register after 2/15 you will receive your shirt after the event.
Shirts are only available within the Continental U.S.
Fundraising Rewards
Each individual who fundraises over $800 will receive custom Project Purple AirPods (4th Gen)
The first 75 individual fundraisers to reach $200 will receive a Project Purple New Balance Tech Hoody
Each individual fundraiser to reach $75 will receive a Project Purple Re-Usable Water Bottle (+Sticker)
The first 20 Individuals tor each $100 will receive a Purple Paddy's Superfan Bundle (Beanie, Pin, PP Pen, Sticker, Bracelet)
Please note: These rewards are provided for funds raised on your individual page rather than team pages.
Milestone rewards are ordered by Project Purple immediately after the event ends on March 17. You may continue to fundraise to make an impact, but we can not add rewards after that point.
Questions?
For more info, contact Ryan@projectpurple.org