Shamrock Run - Salem
- Date Sun 8th March 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Salem, Ohio
- Price $19.11 - $45.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Shamrock Run in Salem, Ohio! Taking place on Sunday, March 8th, 2026, at the picturesque Waterworth Memorial Park, this exciting event features two fantastic race options: the Leprechaun Dash, a fun 1/4 mile race for kids aged 13 and under, starting at 9:30 AM, and the main event, a chip-timed 5K race kicking off at 10:00 AM.
Registration and packet pickup will be held at the nearby Salem Community Center from 8:15 AM to 9:15 AM, making it easy for participants to get ready for a fun-filled day. All participants in the Leprechaun Dash will receive a finisher medal, custom bib, and the option for a participant shirt, while 5K runners will enjoy these perks along with a complimentary beverage at Coaches Burger Bar. With prizes for the top finishers in both races and Shamrock socks for age group winners, this event promises to be a delightful celebration of community and athleticism. Join us in supporting Waterworth Memorial Park while enjoying a day full of fun, fitness, and festive spirit!
Registration and packet pickup will be held at the nearby Salem Community Center from 8:15 AM to 9:15 AM, making it easy for participants to get ready for a fun-filled day. All participants in the Leprechaun Dash will receive a finisher medal, custom bib, and the option for a participant shirt, while 5K runners will enjoy these perks along with a complimentary beverage at Coaches Burger Bar. With prizes for the top finishers in both races and Shamrock socks for age group winners, this event promises to be a delightful celebration of community and athleticism. Join us in supporting Waterworth Memorial Park while enjoying a day full of fun, fitness, and festive spirit!
Organiser's Description
GCXC RACING - YOUNGSTOWN PRESENTS THE INAUGURAL SHAMROCK 5K & LEPRECHAUN DASH TAKING PLACE ON SUNDAY, MARCH 8TH, 2026, AT WATERWORTH MEMORIAL PARK, IN SALEM, OHIO.
The address for the park is: 700 Sunset Blvd., Salem, Ohio 44460.
- Registration and packet pick up take place on race day in the Salem Community Center (SCC) from 8:15am-9:15am. The SCC is located next to Waterworth Memorial Park. The address for the SCC is: 1098 N. Ellsworth Avenue, Salem, Ohio 44460.
- The Leprechaun Dash (1/4 Mile) is open to ages 13 & Under and begins at 9:30am. The 5K begins at 10:00am. Both events are professionally chip timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
- Registration for the Leprechaun Dash includes a finisher medal, custom bib number and optional participant shirt.
- Registration for the 5K includes a finisher medal, custom bib number, participant shirt & free beer at Coaches Burger Bar (Salem) and/or non-alcoholic beverage.
- Top three boys and girls in the Leprechaun Dash also receive special prizes.
- Top three overall male and female winners in the 5K will receive Coaches Burger Bar gift cards ($30, $20, $10).
- Top three male/female in the following age groups will also receive Shamrock socks:
(10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up).
- Indoor restrooms available inside SCC.
- Proceeds benefit Waterworth Memorial Park.
The address for the park is: 700 Sunset Blvd., Salem, Ohio 44460.
- Registration and packet pick up take place on race day in the Salem Community Center (SCC) from 8:15am-9:15am. The SCC is located next to Waterworth Memorial Park. The address for the SCC is: 1098 N. Ellsworth Avenue, Salem, Ohio 44460.
- The Leprechaun Dash (1/4 Mile) is open to ages 13 & Under and begins at 9:30am. The 5K begins at 10:00am. Both events are professionally chip timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
- Registration for the Leprechaun Dash includes a finisher medal, custom bib number and optional participant shirt.
- Registration for the 5K includes a finisher medal, custom bib number, participant shirt & free beer at Coaches Burger Bar (Salem) and/or non-alcoholic beverage.
- Top three boys and girls in the Leprechaun Dash also receive special prizes.
- Top three overall male and female winners in the 5K will receive Coaches Burger Bar gift cards ($30, $20, $10).
- Top three male/female in the following age groups will also receive Shamrock socks:
(10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up).
- Indoor restrooms available inside SCC.
- Proceeds benefit Waterworth Memorial Park.
Races
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Leprechaun Dash
Incl. $4.11 Fee
Sun 8th March 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$19.11
CLOSED -
5k
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 8th March 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$45.80
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$45.80
CLOSED
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