Jackson YMCA 3rd Annual Shamrock Shuffle

  • Date Sat 15th March 2025
  • Time 12:15PM EST
  • Location Jackson, Michigan
  • Price Free - $28.06
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 3rd Annual Shamrock Shuffle, happening on Saturday, March 15, 2025, in the vibrant heart of Jackson, Michigan! This lively event kicks off at 12:30 PM and features a 5K run, a 5K walk, and a special kids run, making it perfect for participants of all ages. Celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick's Day as you trot through downtown Jackson, where you'll encounter festive shamrocks and local businesses offering exclusive deals for race participants.

Not only will you enjoy a day filled with excitement and community spirit, but you'll also be supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the Shamrock Shuffle benefit the Jackson YMCA's FOR ALL program, helping to provide essential services like swim lessons and after-school programs to those in need. With early registration available for just $20, participants are encouraged to sign up early to secure their t-shirts. Don't miss out on the chance to compete for awards in multiple categories, including overall and age group winners in both the run and walk events. Join us for a day of health, happiness, and camaraderie at the Shamrock Shuffle!

Organiser's Description

On March 15 at 12:30pm, the Jackson YMCA is proud to present the 2025 SHAMROCK SHUFFLE 5K RUN, 5K WALK AND KIDS RUN! Kick-off St. Patty's Day with a brisk run or walk through downtown Jackson. Keep an eye out on the course for festive Shamrock's welcoming you into supporting businesses offering specials for race participants. Proceeds from the Shamrock Shuffle benefit the Jackson YMCA's FOR ALL program. Race proceeds will be distributed to youth, adults, seniors and families to participate in programs like swim lessons, after-school programs, and chronic disease prevention programs.



PRICING: $20 per participant until 1/15 (T-shirt guaranteed). $25 per participant until 2/28 (T-shirt guaranteed). $30 from 3/1 to 3/14 (no shirt guaranteed), $40 on race day 3/15 (no shirt). Kids run is FREE, registration is required.



T-SHIRTS: Register early to be guaranteed a t-shirt!



COURSE: See course map below for more details!



PACKET PICKUP: 3/14 from 8:00 am pm to 2:00 pm at the Jackson YMCA, 127 W. Wesley St., Jackson, MI. Race day starting at 11:30 am at the race location - Downtown Jackson at South Jackson Street and West Michigan Ave.



OVERALL AWARDS: Prizes will be awarded to the Overall Male and Female Winner, the Master's (40 and over) Male and Female winner, and Senior Master (60 and over) Male and Female winner in the 5k Run and 5k Walk Events.

AGE GROUPS AWARDS to the top 3 places in each age group, men and women for both the run and walk:
5K RUN AGE GROUPS: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+

5K WALK AGE GROUPS: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+



The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION. Results will be live during the race and available on this website.

Races

  • 5k Run

    Incl. $3.06 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 15th March 2025 (12:30PM EDT)

    $28.06

  • 5k Walk

    Incl. $3.06 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 15th March 2025 (12:30PM EDT)

    $28.06

    Please sign up for this event if you intend to walk the ENTIRE 3.1 miles. If at any point you plan on running you must register for the 5k run.
  • Kids Run

    Sat 15th March 2025 (12:15PM EDT)

    Free

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Location

South Jackson Street and West Michigan Ave, Jackson, 49201, MI, United States

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