Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 11:00AM CDT
- Location Rolling Meadows, Illinois
- Price $45.35 - $50.65
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago, taking place on Saturday, March 14th, 2026, in the picturesque Busse Woods, Rolling Meadows, Cook County! This highly anticipated event combines the thrill of a 5K run with the joy of craft beer. Whether you prefer running or walking, you'll enjoy the festive atmosphere while savoring some of the best brews around.
Participants can choose from multiple wave start times between 11 AM and 1 PM, ensuring a comfortable experience for everyone. Registration includes a new short sleeve tech shirt, entry to the BrewFest, five 3-ounce samples from a mini beer garden at the finish line, a unique finisher's medal, a pint of beer, and a souvenir beer cup. This 21+ event promises to be a delightful day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic flavors. Note that this year, beer samples will only be available at the finish line, but you can still enjoy an incredible selection from five local craft breweries. Join us for a day of cheers, camaraderie, and celebration of the Shamrock spirit!
Participants can choose from multiple wave start times between 11 AM and 1 PM, ensuring a comfortable experience for everyone. Registration includes a new short sleeve tech shirt, entry to the BrewFest, five 3-ounce samples from a mini beer garden at the finish line, a unique finisher's medal, a pint of beer, and a souvenir beer cup. This 21+ event promises to be a delightful day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic flavors. Note that this year, beer samples will only be available at the finish line, but you can still enjoy an incredible selection from five local craft breweries. Join us for a day of cheers, camaraderie, and celebration of the Shamrock spirit!
Organiser's Description
THE EPIC SHAMROCK BEER RUN 5K IS BACK FOR ANOTHER YEAR OF BEER DRINKING! LIKE RUNNING OR WALKING? LOVE AWESOME CRAFT BEER? THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU! DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THIS EVENT, WE HAVE MULTIPLE WAVE START TIMES BETWEEN 11AM-1PM (YOU'LL PICK YOUR WAVE TIME DURING SIGNUP)
ENJOY A PINT OF YOUR FAVORITE BEER AFTER YOUR 5K!!! BETTER YET, ENJOY A PINT BEFORE THE 5K... CHEERS TO DRINKING BEER!!!
5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
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*NEW SHORT SLEEVE (SHAMROCK SHIFTING) TECH SHIRT
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ENTRY TO THE BREWFEST
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5 - 3OZ SAMPLES AT THE MINI BEER GARDEN AT THE FINISH LINE
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5K MAGNETIC BOTTLE OPENER SHIELD/SWORD FINISHER'S MEDAL
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ONE PINT OF BEER
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SOUVENIR BEER CUP
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FREE PHOTOS
THIS IS A 21+ EVENT ONLY. NO STROLLERS, NO KIDS, NO ONE UNDER 21 ADMITTED.
*NEW THIS YEAR: Due to restrictions by the forest preserve, there will be NO BEER SAMPLES ALONG THE ROUTE this year. We will have a mini beer garden set up near the finish line and you will still be able to sample beers from all 5 craft breweries at the finish line, and participants still receive a pint of beer from their favorite brewer.
ENJOY A PINT OF YOUR FAVORITE BEER AFTER YOUR 5K!!! BETTER YET, ENJOY A PINT BEFORE THE 5K... CHEERS TO DRINKING BEER!!!
5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
*
*NEW SHORT SLEEVE (SHAMROCK SHIFTING) TECH SHIRT
*
ENTRY TO THE BREWFEST
*
5 - 3OZ SAMPLES AT THE MINI BEER GARDEN AT THE FINISH LINE
*
5K MAGNETIC BOTTLE OPENER SHIELD/SWORD FINISHER'S MEDAL
*
ONE PINT OF BEER
*
SOUVENIR BEER CUP
*
FREE PHOTOS
THIS IS A 21+ EVENT ONLY. NO STROLLERS, NO KIDS, NO ONE UNDER 21 ADMITTED.
*NEW THIS YEAR: Due to restrictions by the forest preserve, there will be NO BEER SAMPLES ALONG THE ROUTE this year. We will have a mini beer garden set up near the finish line and you will still be able to sample beers from all 5 craft breweries at the finish line, and participants still receive a pint of beer from their favorite brewer.
Races
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5K Beer Run & BrewFest
Incl. $5.65 Fee & Shamrock "Shifting" Short Sleeve Tech Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (11:00AM CDT)
$50.65
New this year, we're hanging out with food and more beer! Stay after the run to enjoy music and the BrewFest party at Busse Woods. 5 beer samples, pint of beer, souvenir stadium cup, Tech Shirt (new), & awesome Finisher's Medal included -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $5.35 Fee & Shamrock "Shifting" Short Sleeve Tech Shirt
$45.35
Can't Make the race day event? Score all the awesome race swag and magic T-shirt and run any time and location that you choose. The only thing we can't ship you are the beer samples :-)
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Busse Woods, (Golf Rd & Ring Rd), Rolling Meadows, 60008, IL, United States
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