Shamrock Scurry 5K/1Mile
- Date Sat 6th March 2027
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Tallahassee, Florida
- Price $19.02 - $24.32
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Shamrock Scurry 5K and 1 Mile race on Saturday, March 6, 2027, in beautiful Tallahassee, Leon! This beloved annual event, which started in 1981, invites both adults and youth to join in on the fun, whether you're running or walking. The 1 Mile race kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:30 AM. Participants will enjoy a scenic course that winds through charming residential areas and the lush Killearn Country Club golf course.
In addition to the exhilarating races, all registrants can look forward to a delicious post-race pancake breakfast, making it a perfect way to celebrate your accomplishment. The Shamrock Scurry is not only a fantastic community event with around 1,000 runners expected, but it also supports local charities, youth rehabilitation, and feeding programs. Plus, it's the designated 5K for the Capital City Senior Games, inviting participants aged 50 and over to compete for glory. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to race for a great cause and enjoy a vibrant day in Tallahassee!
In addition to the exhilarating races, all registrants can look forward to a delicious post-race pancake breakfast, making it a perfect way to celebrate your accomplishment. The Shamrock Scurry is not only a fantastic community event with around 1,000 runners expected, but it also supports local charities, youth rehabilitation, and feeding programs. Plus, it's the designated 5K for the Capital City Senior Games, inviting participants aged 50 and over to compete for glory. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to race for a great cause and enjoy a vibrant day in Tallahassee!
Organiser's Description
_BOTH RACES - RUN (OR WALK) FOR ADULTS AND YOUTH!_
1 MILE - 8:00 AM
5K - 8:30 AM
GRAND PRIX STATUS - 1 MILE POINTS FOR YOUTH ONLY
REGISTRATION INCLUDES A POST-RACE PANCAKE BREAKFAST!
PACKET PICKUP at KILLEARN METHODIST CHURCH
TIMES: Thursday 4:00-7:00pm OR Friday 11:00am-2:00pm OR Saturday at 7:00am
The Shamrock Scurry, one of Tallahassees oldest races, is held at Killearn Methodist Church annually and it all started in 1981. This event, including a popular Pancake Breakfast afterward, has all proceeds going to local charities, youth rehabilitation and feeding programs. It has become one of the largest and most popular 5K and 1 mile races in the Tallahassee area, with around 1,000 regional runners participating. The course begins near the church on Roscommon Drive and features a scenic route of residential areas and the Killearn Country Club golf course. Most of the original course is followed, which many in the running community remember as good but tough, and still features the famed Scurry Hill around mile 2. So come join the fun and come race for a great cause!
CAPITAL CITY SENIOR GAMES 5K
The Shamrock Scurry is again the designated 5K for the Capital City Senior Games. If you are 50 and over, and want to compete in both the Shamrock Scurry and the Senior Games, participants must register with both the Senior Games ( TALGOV.COM/SENIORGAMES ) and with the Shamrock Scurry. If you have any questions about the Senior Games, please contact Cindy Mead at 850-566-5810.
1 MILE - 8:00 AM
5K - 8:30 AM
GRAND PRIX STATUS - 1 MILE POINTS FOR YOUTH ONLY
REGISTRATION INCLUDES A POST-RACE PANCAKE BREAKFAST!
PACKET PICKUP at KILLEARN METHODIST CHURCH
TIMES: Thursday 4:00-7:00pm OR Friday 11:00am-2:00pm OR Saturday at 7:00am
The Shamrock Scurry, one of Tallahassees oldest races, is held at Killearn Methodist Church annually and it all started in 1981. This event, including a popular Pancake Breakfast afterward, has all proceeds going to local charities, youth rehabilitation and feeding programs. It has become one of the largest and most popular 5K and 1 mile races in the Tallahassee area, with around 1,000 regional runners participating. The course begins near the church on Roscommon Drive and features a scenic route of residential areas and the Killearn Country Club golf course. Most of the original course is followed, which many in the running community remember as good but tough, and still features the famed Scurry Hill around mile 2. So come join the fun and come race for a great cause!
CAPITAL CITY SENIOR GAMES 5K
The Shamrock Scurry is again the designated 5K for the Capital City Senior Games. If you are 50 and over, and want to compete in both the Shamrock Scurry and the Senior Games, participants must register with both the Senior Games ( TALGOV.COM/SENIORGAMES ) and with the Shamrock Scurry. If you have any questions about the Senior Games, please contact Cindy Mead at 850-566-5810.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.32 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th March 2027 (8:30AM EST)
$24.32
OPENS 31 DECYou will have the opportunity to add a shirt during registration -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.02 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th March 2027 (8:00AM EST)
$19.02
OPENS 31 DECYou will have the opportunity to add a shirt during registration
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