ShamRock N Run
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Waterloo, Iowa
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a lively celebration at the ShamRock N Run 5k, taking place on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in the heart of Waterloo, Black Hawk! This exciting race is part of the Iowa Irish Fest, the Midwest’s premier Irish festival, and promises a day filled with fun, community spirit, and, of course, plenty of green!
Join fellow runners and revelers as you kick off the festivities with a spirited 5k run starting at 9 AM. Early packet pickup and walk-up registration will be available at the Iowa Irish Fest on Friday, August 1st, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, making it easy to gear up for the race. Registrants will enjoy a fantastic experience, receiving a T-shirt, snacks, water, and even a complimentary beer post-race! Plus, for those aged 16 and older, there’s an option to add a fest pass at a discounted rate when you register. Wear your most festive Irish-themed attire and bring the whole family to make unforgettable memories at this vibrant event!
Join fellow runners and revelers as you kick off the festivities with a spirited 5k run starting at 9 AM. Early packet pickup and walk-up registration will be available at the Iowa Irish Fest on Friday, August 1st, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, making it easy to gear up for the race. Registrants will enjoy a fantastic experience, receiving a T-shirt, snacks, water, and even a complimentary beer post-race! Plus, for those aged 16 and older, there’s an option to add a fest pass at a discounted rate when you register. Wear your most festive Irish-themed attire and bring the whole family to make unforgettable memories at this vibrant event!
Organiser's Description
Time to break out the green and come join us for the annual ShamRock N Run 5k race!! Race date is Saturday, August 1st, 2026. Our event is held during the Iowa Irish Fest in downtown Waterloo, Iowa--the midwest's BEST Irish festival! Online registration ends: EARLY PACKET PICKUP / WALK-UP REGISTRATION WILL BE: AT THE IOWA IRISH FEST ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST FROM 4:00PM-7:00PM, AT MAIN GATE ENTRANCE 1 IN DOWNTOWN WATERLOO. RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AND WALK-UP REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 7:30AM SATURDAY MORNING AND THE RACE BEGINS AT 9AM!
Your weekend pass into the Irish Fest is NOT included in your 5k registration. For those age 16 and older, click the Add-On option to add a Fest pass for only $25! They are $35 at the gate so this is an excellent savings! You will pick up your Fest wristband pass at race packet pickup times (see above). Age 15 and under gain free entrance to the Fest so no ticket is required for them. Each registrant will receive a T-shirt, snacks, water, and free beer with their entry. Wear your best Irish-themed gear, bring the whole family, and come join us for a fun-filled race and weekend!
Your weekend pass into the Irish Fest is NOT included in your 5k registration. For those age 16 and older, click the Add-On option to add a Fest pass for only $25! They are $35 at the gate so this is an excellent savings! You will pick up your Fest wristband pass at race packet pickup times (see above). Age 15 and under gain free entrance to the Fest so no ticket is required for them. Each registrant will receive a T-shirt, snacks, water, and free beer with their entry. Wear your best Irish-themed gear, bring the whole family, and come join us for a fun-filled race and weekend!
Races
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ShamRock N Run 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
OPENS 17 MAR 26Race registration does NOT include a weekend pass into the Iowa Irish Fest. This can be purchased separately by Adding-On to your 5k registration or at www.iowairishfest.com.
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Corner of Park Ave. and Mulberry St. near Main Gate 1 entrance, Downtown, Waterloo, 50703, IA, United States
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