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Thousands come out to kick off marathon season

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CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) -

 

Early Saturday morning nearly 1,000 people took part in the 12th annual Shamrock 4 Miler at Piper Glen in South Charlotte.

The race kicks off an 8 event series, culminating in November with Charlotte's Thunder Road Marathon.

Some of the other activities happening after the race are a costume contest, Bunny Hop, Leprechaun Jog and food and music. 

The event benefits the Presbyterian Hemby Children's Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House. 

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