From the Organizer
The Epic Shamrock Beer Run 5k is back for another year of Beer Drinking! Like Running or Walking? Love awesome craft beer? This event is for you! Due to the popularity of this event, we have multiple wave start times between 11am-1pm (you'll pick your wave time during signup)
Enjoy a pint of your favorite beer after your 5K!!! Better yet, enjoy a pint before the 5K... Cheers to Drinking Beer!!!
5k Registration includes:
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*New Short Sleeve (Shamrock Shifting) Tech Shirt
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Entry to the BrewFest
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5 - 3oz Samples at the mini beer garden at the finish line
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5K Magnetic Bottle Opener Shield/Sword Finisher's Medal
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One Pint of Beer
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Souvenir Beer Cup
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Free Photos
This is a 21+ event only. No strollers, no kids, no one under 21 admitted.
*NEW THIS YEAR: Due to restrictions by the forest preserve, there will be no beer samples along the route this year. We will have a mini beer garden set up near the finish line and you will still be able to sample beers from all 5 craft breweries at the finish line, and participants still receive a pint of beer from their favorite brewer.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
46°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Palwaukee Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rolling Meadows, IL
City Elevation
717 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Race Location
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Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods
- Date
- March 13, 2027
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods?
- Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods is a running race held in Rolling Meadows, Illinois on March 13, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods?
- Saturday, March 13, 2027 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois at Busse Woods Picnic Grove 28. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Shamrock Beer Run & BrewFest Chicago at Busse Woods
Mar 13, 2027