The Shamrock Shuffle
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location West Chester, Ohio
- Price Free - $43.75
- Races 8 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to don your green gear and join the fun at the Shamrock Shuffle 5K on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in West Chester, Butler! This festive event invites runners, walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs to participate in a chip-timed or untimed race along West Chester Road, near the vibrant MidPointe Library. As a highlight, the event features a special Leprechaun Dash for the little ones, ensuring that the spirit of St. Patrick's Day is alive and well for all ages.
After the race, stick around for a lively community block party bursting with family fun, delicious food, and refreshing green beer. With exciting sponsor booths and a joyful atmosphere, the Shamrock Shuffle promises to be an unforgettable celebration of community and camaraderie. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this wonderful event that combines fitness and festivity in the heart of West Chester!
After the race, stick around for a lively community block party bursting with family fun, delicious food, and refreshing green beer. With exciting sponsor booths and a joyful atmosphere, the Shamrock Shuffle promises to be an unforgettable celebration of community and camaraderie. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this wonderful event that combines fitness and festivity in the heart of West Chester!
Organiser's Description
DESCRIPTION
On a grand St. Patricks Day-style morning, the beloved Shamrock Shuffle 5K comes alive on West Chester Road near the West Chester MidPointe Library open to runners, walkers, and even strollers or leashed dogs is chip-timed or untimed, depending on how fast (or charmingly shirley) you shuffle and features a Leprechaun Dash for the smallest of runners . After the race, join the festivities at the lively community block party that is sure to be crackling with green spirit, family fun, food and green beer and some of the rowdiest sponsor booths around.
_RACE REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AFTER FEBRUARY 15. _
PACKET PICKUP
Packet Pick-up is generously hosted by the MidPointe Library in West Chester.
We will be set up in the lobby of the main library entrance.
Location:
MidPointe Library
9363 Centre Pointe Drive
West Chester, OH 45069
Thursday 3/12 and Friday 3/13
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Race Day 3/14
- 7:30 AM- 8:45 AM
On a grand St. Patricks Day-style morning, the beloved Shamrock Shuffle 5K comes alive on West Chester Road near the West Chester MidPointe Library open to runners, walkers, and even strollers or leashed dogs is chip-timed or untimed, depending on how fast (or charmingly shirley) you shuffle and features a Leprechaun Dash for the smallest of runners . After the race, join the festivities at the lively community block party that is sure to be crackling with green spirit, family fun, food and green beer and some of the rowdiest sponsor booths around.
_RACE REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AFTER FEBRUARY 15. _
PACKET PICKUP
Packet Pick-up is generously hosted by the MidPointe Library in West Chester.
We will be set up in the lobby of the main library entrance.
Location:
MidPointe Library
9363 Centre Pointe Drive
West Chester, OH 45069
Thursday 3/12 and Friday 3/13
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Race Day 3/14
- 7:30 AM- 8:45 AM
Races
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Timed 5K
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.75
The 5K Race is a chip-timed event designed to be completed by participants of various skill levels in under one hour. The course is a modified loop route around Union Centre Boulevard that keeps you near the Shamrock Shuffle Block Party festivities. Participants are asked to self-select at the Start according to finishing time, with walkers, dogs and strollers beginning in the 9:05 am wave. Prizes will be awarded to male and female winners. First 2000 finishers receive a race medal. -
Timed 5K Youth (13 & Under)
Incl. $3.03 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$31.03
The 5K Race is a chip-timed event designed to be completed by participants of various skill levels in under one hour. The course is a modified loop route around Union Centre Boulevard that keeps you near the Shamrock Shuffle Block Party festivities. Participants are asked to self-select at the Start according to finishing time, with walkers, dogs and strollers beginning in the 9:05 am wave. Prizes will be awarded to male and female winners. First 2000 finishers receive a race medal. -
Untimed 5K
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.45
The 5K Race is designed to be completed by participants of various skill levels in under one hour. The course is a modified loop route around Union Centre Boulevard that keeps you near the Shamrock Shuffle Block Party festivities. Participants are asked to self-select at the Start according to finishing time, with walkers, dogs and strollers beginning in the 9:05 am wave. Participants who choose this option will not be timed and will not be eligible for prizes. In order to allow families to enjoy the block party together, we will start all races (5K timed and untimed) at the same time. First 2000 finishers receive a race medal. If a child wishes to participate they may start with the 9:05 wave without registering. These participants will not be timed, get a bib or shirt for the race or medal regardless of their finishing spot. -
Untimed 5K Youth (13 & Under)
Incl. $2.73 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$25.73
The 5K Race is designed to be completed by participants of various skill levels in under one hour. The course is a modified loop route around Union Centre Boulevard that keeps you near the Shamrock Shuffle Block Party festivities. Participants are asked to self-select at the Start according to finishing time, with walkers, dogs and strollers beginning in the 9:05 am wave. Participants who choose this option will not be timed and will not be eligible for prizes. First 2000 finishers receive a race medal. In order to allow families to enjoy the block party together, we will start all races (5K timed and untimed) at the same time. -
Sleep in Special (Breakfast, Block Party & Race Shirt)
Incl. $3.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.15
The Sleep In Special is for participants who want to support a charity or come for the Block Party but don't want to run. You'll still get a t-shirt and get to enjoy the block party but won't participate in the 5K. Does NOT include a race medal. -
Leprechaun Lap Fun Run (Ages 2 to 10)
Incl. $2.55 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$22.55
Ages 2-10 only The Leprechaun Lap has been redesigned this year to allow kids ages 2-10 participate in a Fun Run. The participants will get to cross the actual finish line. Each child receives a participation ribbon, breakfast, and t-shirt. At 10:00 on race day, Leprechaun Lappers will report to the start/finish line for the race to begin. -
Create a Shuffle Gives Back Team (This Will Not Register You for an Event - This Is for Team Captains Only)
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThis is for Team Captains wishing to create a Shuffle Gives Back team without registering for the race. You can register for the race at another time. -
Shirt Only
Incl. $2.55 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.55
CLOSED
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