Shamrockin' Run New Orleans

Prepare for a vibrant and festive running experience at the Shamrockin Run New Orleans, set to take place on Sunday, March 8, 2026, in the lively city of New Orleans, LA. Offering a variety of distances including a Half Marathon (13.1M), 10K (6.2M), 5K (3.1M), and a spirited 1M Kids Leprechaun Fun Run, there's a race for every pace and age. This popular event, hosted from the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar on Lakeshore Drive, features a completely closed course, ensuring a safe and focused run along the picturesque New Orleans Lakefront. Runners can expect a predominantly flat and fast course, ideal for chasing personal bests, with the Half Marathon including one bridge crossing twice for approximately 200 feet of cumulative elevation gain. Typical race day conditions in early March offer pleasant weather, with highs around 72F and lows near 54F, and only a 12% chance of precipitation.

What truly sets the Shamrockin Run New Orleans apart is its festive atmosphere and unique offerings. Participants will enjoy authentic Irish music before, during, and after the race, creating a celebratory backdrop to their efforts. For those seeking an extraordinary challenge, the 12th annual Guinness Challenge 5K dares athletes to pause at each kilometer for a 6oz glass of Guinness Beer, with the fastest male and female finishers taking home a case of this famous brew. Throughout the course, aid stations are conveniently located approximately every two miles, supplying water, Gatorade Endurance, ice, and portable restrooms, with GU Energy Gels available for Half Marathoners at miles 6 and 8. Finishers will be rewarded with award-winning medals, and the post-race celebration includes delicious New Orleans fare like gumbo or rice and beans, alongside complimentary beer. This combination of a fast course, excellent support, and unique St. Patrick's Day festivities makes the Shamrockin Run New Orleans a memorable destination race for runners from across the globe.