Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 11:00AM CDT
- Location Rolling Meadows, Illinois
- Price $18.85 - $34.75
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration at the Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago, taking place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the stunning Busse Woods in Rolling Meadows, Cook County! This lively event is perfect for those who love to run or walk and enjoy fantastic craft beer. Participants in the 5K can look forward to an exhilarating race experience that includes five 3-ounce beer samples along the course, a pint of beer at the finish line, and a unique finisher's medal shaped like a magnetic bottle opener!
Not only does the 5K registration come with a stylish new short sleeve tech shirt, but you'll also gain access to the post-race BrewFest party, where you can relax and enjoy the best local brews in a festive atmosphere. If running isn't your thing, don't fret! You can still join the fun by registering for the BrewFest alone for just $15. Remember, this event is strictly for those aged 21 and over, so gather your friends and prepare for a day filled with camaraderie, great music, and, of course, delicious beer. Cheers to a fantastic day at the Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest!
Not only does the 5K registration come with a stylish new short sleeve tech shirt, but you'll also gain access to the post-race BrewFest party, where you can relax and enjoy the best local brews in a festive atmosphere. If running isn't your thing, don't fret! You can still join the fun by registering for the BrewFest alone for just $15. Remember, this event is strictly for those aged 21 and over, so gather your friends and prepare for a day filled with camaraderie, great music, and, of course, delicious beer. Cheers to a fantastic day at the Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest!
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!
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 OF DIFFERENT BEERS ALONG THE 5K COURSE
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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
TO ASSIST WITH EASIER PARKING, START TIMES ARE AVAILABLE FROM 1-2PM (CHOOSE YOUR START TIME DURING REGISTRATION)
DON'T WANT TO DO THE 5K? REGISTER FOR THE BREWFEST! IT'S ONLY $15 PLUS INCLUDES AND ALL THE BENEFITS TO THE ENTERTAINMENT AND FUN WITHOUT HAVING TO WALK OR RUN 3 MILES TO GET TO WHERE EVERYONE WANTS TO BE ANYWAY.... THE POST RACE BREWFEST PARTY!
THIS IS A 21+ EVENT ONLY. NO STROLLERS, NO KIDS, NO ONE UNDER 21 ADMITTED.
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 OF DIFFERENT BEERS ALONG THE 5K COURSE
*
5K MAGNETIC BOTTLE OPENER SHIELD/SWORD FINISHER'S MEDAL
*
ONE PINT OF BEER
*
SOUVENIR BEER CUP
*
FREE PHOTOS
TO ASSIST WITH EASIER PARKING, START TIMES ARE AVAILABLE FROM 1-2PM (CHOOSE YOUR START TIME DURING REGISTRATION)
DON'T WANT TO DO THE 5K? REGISTER FOR THE BREWFEST! IT'S ONLY $15 PLUS INCLUDES AND ALL THE BENEFITS TO THE ENTERTAINMENT AND FUN WITHOUT HAVING TO WALK OR RUN 3 MILES TO GET TO WHERE EVERYONE WANTS TO BE ANYWAY.... THE POST RACE BREWFEST PARTY!
THIS IS A 21+ EVENT ONLY. NO STROLLERS, NO KIDS, NO ONE UNDER 21 ADMITTED.
Races
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5K Beer Run & BrewFest
Incl. $4.75 Fee & Shamrock "Shifting" Short Sleeve Tech Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (11:00AM CDT)
$34.75
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 -
0.0K BrewFest Entry (No 5K)
Incl. $3.85 Fee & Shamrock "Shifting" Short Sleeve Tech Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (11:00AM CDT)
$18.85
Want to attend the event, enjoy the great local craft beer, but not interested in doing a 5k? Great! Register for the BrewFest! Includes a Pint of beer and all the benefits to the entertainment and fun without having to walk or run 3 miles to get to where everyone wants to be anyway.... The post race party! This is a standalone event, and while there is a 5k run/walk going on, we get hundreds of people who show up just to sample the Craft Beer Options and the brewfest party. So whether you have friends in the 5k, or just want to join the party, this option is for you! This entry is good for admittance to the Brewfest only and includes 1 Pint of Craft Beer. Additional Beer is available for purchase prior to the event or at the event.
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Busse Woods, (Golf Rd & Ring Rd), Rolling Meadows, 60008, IL, United States
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