HOPE's 15th Annual Sham Rock N Run 5k
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Oviedo, Florida
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 15th Annual Sham Rock N' Run 5k, taking place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the vibrant community of Oviedo, Florida! The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with registration opening an hour earlier at St. Luke's Lutheran Church. This exciting event invites participants to dress up in their St. Patrick's Day finest, with prizes awarded for the best costumes and the largest team.
As one of the first 700 registrants, you'll receive a stylish Performance T-shirt, a Finishers Medal, and a custom race bib! The Sham Rock N' Run is not just a race; it’s a community celebration that supports HOPE Helps, Inc. by encouraging participants to bring non-perishable food items for local families in need. Children in strollers are welcome to join the fun, and with free parking available, there's no excuse not to come out and enjoy this uplifting event. Join us for a fantastic morning of fitness, fun, and community spirit while making a positive impact in Central Florida!
As one of the first 700 registrants, you'll receive a stylish Performance T-shirt, a Finishers Medal, and a custom race bib! The Sham Rock N' Run is not just a race; it’s a community celebration that supports HOPE Helps, Inc. by encouraging participants to bring non-perishable food items for local families in need. Children in strollers are welcome to join the fun, and with free parking available, there's no excuse not to come out and enjoy this uplifting event. Join us for a fantastic morning of fitness, fun, and community spirit while making a positive impact in Central Florida!
Organiser's Description
HOPE's 15th Annual Sham Rock N' Run 5k
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Race Start Time: 8:00AM, Registration opens at 7:00am
Location: St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Oviedo, FL [https://sllcs.org/]
_The first 700 to register will receive a Performance T-shirt, Finishers Medal, and a custom race bib._
T-shirt sizes, are Adult sizes only and will not be guaranteed after January 25th, 2026
All participants are encouraged to dress up in their St. Patty's Day best! Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. There will also be a special prize for the largest team. All attendees will receive a race bag filled with your event t-shirt along with 5K swag. We are asking our participants to fill and return the race bag with non-perishable food items to support our Food Pantry for families in need.
Children pushed in strollers are welcome to attend for free. All strollers and baby joggers must start at the back of the pack.
PARKING is available on site at no charge.
For safety reasons, no skates, skateboards, bikes, or non-service animals will be allowed on the racecourse.
AWARDS/GIVEAWAYS
Awards will be given to the top 3 male/female runners in the following age categories:
9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
All proceeds from the Sham Rock N Run benefit HOPE Helps, Inc., whose mission is to prevent and reduce homelessness in Central Florida. Learn more about HOPE at www.hopehelps.org [https://www.hopehelps.org].
_Packet Pick Up_
LOCATION:
TBD
Dates:
Thursday, March 12th, 2026 10AM-5:30PM
Friday, March 13th, 2026 10AM-5:30PM
Saturday, March 14th, 2026 7AM at St. Luke's
Check back for Sham Rock N Run 5k Volunteer Opportunities.
*If you are not present on race day, your shirt and medal will be available for pick up at HOPE Helps - 812 Eyrie Drive, Oviedo, FL 32765 [https://www.google.com/search?q=812+Eyrie+Drive%2C+Oviedo%2C+FL+32765&rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS812US812&oq=812+Eyrie+Drive%2C+Oviedo%2C+FL+32765&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i512.1277j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8]beginning March 16th through March 20th, 2026. Or they can be mailed to you for an additional $5 postage fee. Email [email protected] for more details.
No refunds or transfers will be given.
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Race Start Time: 8:00AM, Registration opens at 7:00am
Location: St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Oviedo, FL [https://sllcs.org/]
_The first 700 to register will receive a Performance T-shirt, Finishers Medal, and a custom race bib._
T-shirt sizes, are Adult sizes only and will not be guaranteed after January 25th, 2026
All participants are encouraged to dress up in their St. Patty's Day best! Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes. There will also be a special prize for the largest team. All attendees will receive a race bag filled with your event t-shirt along with 5K swag. We are asking our participants to fill and return the race bag with non-perishable food items to support our Food Pantry for families in need.
Children pushed in strollers are welcome to attend for free. All strollers and baby joggers must start at the back of the pack.
PARKING is available on site at no charge.
For safety reasons, no skates, skateboards, bikes, or non-service animals will be allowed on the racecourse.
AWARDS/GIVEAWAYS
Awards will be given to the top 3 male/female runners in the following age categories:
9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
All proceeds from the Sham Rock N Run benefit HOPE Helps, Inc., whose mission is to prevent and reduce homelessness in Central Florida. Learn more about HOPE at www.hopehelps.org [https://www.hopehelps.org].
_Packet Pick Up_
LOCATION:
TBD
Dates:
Thursday, March 12th, 2026 10AM-5:30PM
Friday, March 13th, 2026 10AM-5:30PM
Saturday, March 14th, 2026 7AM at St. Luke's
Check back for Sham Rock N Run 5k Volunteer Opportunities.
*If you are not present on race day, your shirt and medal will be available for pick up at HOPE Helps - 812 Eyrie Drive, Oviedo, FL 32765 [https://www.google.com/search?q=812+Eyrie+Drive%2C+Oviedo%2C+FL+32765&rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS812US812&oq=812+Eyrie+Drive%2C+Oviedo%2C+FL+32765&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i512.1277j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8]beginning March 16th through March 20th, 2026. Or they can be mailed to you for an additional $5 postage fee. Email [email protected] for more details.
No refunds or transfers will be given.
Races
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HOPE's 15th Annual Sham Rock N Run 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Performance T-Shirt Size
Sat 14th March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
The first 700 registered are guaranteed finisher's medals, t-shirts and custom race bibs. -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Performance T-Shirt
$43.40
Can't make it on the 14th or prefer to run solo? Run a 5k on your own time and let us know! We are encouraging all virtual runners to pick-up the shirt and medal after March 14th, or we can mail it to you for a $5.00 charge. -
Snooze for HOPE
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Performance T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
Sleep in and still support HOPE Helps. We are encouraging all snooze attendees to pick-up the shirt and medal before March 14th, or we can mail it to you for a $5.00 charge. -
FREE Lil' Leprechaun Lap (For Children Under 10)
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
Children under 10 will be broken into age groups and run a short distance depending on their age. After the race, they will get to chose a small prize from our "Pot of Gold."
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