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 to lace up your running shoes for the annual ShamRock N Run 5k race on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in the vibrant downtown of Waterloo, Black Hawk! Kicking off at 9 AM, this exciting event is part of the Iowa Irish Fest—celebrating its 20th year as the Midwest's premier Irish festival. Join fellow runners and festival-goers as you dash through the streets, all while embracing the spirit of Irish culture.
Online registration is now open, and early packet pickup will take place on Friday, July 31st, from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Main Gate Entrance 1 of the festival. Race-day registration starts at 7:30 AM, so make sure you arrive early! Each participant will receive a commemorative T-shirt, refreshments, and a complimentary beer to enjoy after the race. Don't forget to don your best Irish-themed attire and bring the whole family for a fun-filled weekend of running and festivities. Age 15 and under can enter the festival for free, while those 16 and older can snag a festival pass for just $25 when registering for the race. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of fun,
Online registration is now open, and early packet pickup will take place on Friday, July 31st, from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Main Gate Entrance 1 of the festival. Race-day registration starts at 7:30 AM, so make sure you arrive early! Each participant will receive a commemorative T-shirt, refreshments, and a complimentary beer to enjoy after the race. Don't forget to don your best Irish-themed attire and bring the whole family for a fun-filled weekend of running and festivities. Age 15 and under can enter the festival for free, while those 16 and older can snag a festival pass for just $25 when registering for the race. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of fun,
Organiser's Description
Are you ready for the annual ShamRock N Run 5k race?! Race date is Saturday, August 1st, 2026 at 9am! Our event is held during the Iowa Irish Fest in downtown Waterloo, Iowa--the midwest's BEST Irish festival! Online registration is OPEN! And it is the Festival's 20th year--don't miss the celebration!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP / WALK-UP REGISTRATION WILL BE: AT THE IOWA IRISH FEST ON FRIDAY, JULY 31ST 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 $40 at the gate so this is an excellent savings! You will pick up your Fest wristband pass at race packet pickup times (see above). Please contact us if you need to make other arrangements to pick up your Fest pass. 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!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP / WALK-UP REGISTRATION WILL BE: AT THE IOWA IRISH FEST ON FRIDAY, JULY 31ST 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 $40 at the gate so this is an excellent savings! You will pick up your Fest wristband pass at race packet pickup times (see above). Please contact us if you need to make other arrangements to pick up your Fest pass. 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 & T Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Race 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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