Shamrockin Run New Orleans

  • Date Sun 8th March 2026
  • Time 7:15AM CDT
  • Location New Orleans, Louisiana
  • Price $22.20 - $64.60
  • Races 8 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Shamrockin Run New Orleans on Sunday, March 8, 2026! This vibrant spring racing event takes place along the picturesque Lakeshore Drive, featuring a completely closed course free from vehicle traffic. Runners of all ages can participate in a range of distances, including a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and a delightful Kids One Mile Fun Run.

This year marks the 12th edition of the unique Guinness Challenge 5K, where athletes will enjoy a refreshing 6oz glass of Guinness Beer at each kilometer. The top three male and female finishers in this spirited challenge will take home a case of the world-famous brew, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day! The festivities kick off from the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar, located at 7900 Lakeshore Drive, providing an ideal setting for this exciting race day. Don't miss out on the fun and camaraderie—join us in New Orleans for an unforgettable running experience!

Organiser's Description

Go Green or Go Home!!! Shamrockin Run New Orleans is back for the 2026 spring racing season! Once again we will offer a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and our Kids One Mile Fun Run on Sunday morning March 8, 2026 along beautiful Lakeshore Drive on a completely closed race course to all vehicle traffic. The event also host for the 12th time the Guinness Challenge 5K, which consist of athletes stopping at each kilometer and drinking a 6oz glass of Guinness Beer. The top three male and female runners finishing with the fastest times while consuming the beer at each beer zone, will receive a case of World Famous Guinness Beer to take home for the upcoming St. Patricks Day Celebrations!!!

Shamrockin Run New Orleans will be hosted from the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar, located at 7900 Lakeshore Drive in New Orleans, Louisiana 70124.

IMPORTANT RACE WEEKEND INFORMATION!

Friday, March 6, 2026
RACE REGISTRATION & RACE BIB PICK-UP
LOUISIANA RUNNING COMPANY PARKING AVAILABLE NEAR THE LOCATION
4153 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
12:00pm to 5:00pm

SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2026

RACE REGISTRATION & RACE BIB PICK-UP

THE BLUE CRAB RESTAURANT PARKING AVAILABLE NEAR THE RESTAURANT

7900 LAKESHORE DRIVE, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70124

11:00AM TO 5:00PM

RACE DAY SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2026

THE BLUE CRAB RESTAURANT PARKING AVAILABLE NEAR THE RESTAURANT

7900 LAKESHORE DRIVE, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70124

5:30 AM - PRE-REGISTERED AND NEW REGISTRATION PACKET PICK UP BEGINS

7:00 AM - PRE-REGISTERED AND POSSIBLE NEW REGISTRATION PACKET PICK CLOSES!

7:10 AM - IRISH & US NATIONAL ANTHEMS PLAYED AT STARTING LINE

7:15 AM - SHAMROCKIN RUN HALF MARATHON BEGINS!

7:30 AM - SHAMROCKIN RUN 10K, 5K & GUINNESS CHALLENGE 5K

10:00 AM - LEPRECHAUN KIDS FUN RUN

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 8th March 2026 (7:15AM CDT)

    $64.60

    Each event will start & finish from our host at the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar located at 7900 Lakeshore Drive on the beautiful New Orleans Lakefront.
  • 10k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 8th March 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $38.10

    Each event will start & finish from our host at the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar located at 7900 Lakeshore Drive on the beautiful New Orleans Lakefront.
  • 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 8th March 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $38.10

    Each event will start & finish from our host at the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar located at 7900 Lakeshore Drive on the beautiful New Orleans Lakefront.
  • 5K Guinness Challenge

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 8th March 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    $43.40

    Each event will start & finish from our host at the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar located at 7900 Lakeshore Drive on the beautiful New Orleans Lakefront.
  • Leprechaun Kids Fun Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 8th March 2026 (10:00AM CDT)

    $22.20

    Each event will start & finish from our host at the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar located at 7900 Lakeshore Drive on the beautiful New Orleans Lakefront.
  • Virtual Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    $54.00

  • Virtual 10K

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    $48.70

  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    $43.40

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7900 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, 70124, LA, United States

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Mar 8, 2026

$22.20 - $64.60