Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle

Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle
Date Mar 2025 (TBD)
Distance 1mi, 8k/5mi, 2mi
Course Type Road

Race Information

The Shamrock Shuffle 8k is a huge celebration of the beginning of running season. It is the world's largest timed 8k, starting and finishing in Chicago's Grant Park.

Runners feel the energy of over 30,000 runners and a big cheering crowd (present during the entire course.) The excitement lasts throughout the after-party, where participants find beer, food and live music. 

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Want a unique animal themed medal? Run for the Zoo can make that happen on June 2, 2024.

For 46 years, runners of all levels and abilities have supported Lincoln Park Zoo with Run for the Zoo. This run makes it easy for anyone from casual runners to elite athletes help support their favorite species at the zoo and save them in the wild.

The 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk courses are U.S.A. Track & Field-certified and chip-timed for experienced athletes. All finishers receive a unique animal-themed medal along with a race shirt.

Run for the Zoo is also designed to accommodate every member of the family, so you can make a day of it. The Kids’ Course is perfect for kids ages 2–7, who can run, climb, and crawl over playful obstacles on the South Lawn.

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