Shamrock 5K Run
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Overview
The Shamrock 5K Run/Walk takes place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Bel Alton, Maryland. The event starts and finishes at the Bel Alton Fire Department near Ape Hangers Bar & Grill. The course runs through the streets of Bel Alton. The event benefits Clements Cuties, an organization that supports local families affected by childhood cancers in Southern Maryland.
Distances and entry
- 5K Run/Walk
- 650 m Lil' Leprechaun (for ages 10 and under)
The listed entry fee for the 5K is $43.40 (includes a $3.40 fee). The event page notes prices increase after December 31, 2025. Registration for the Lil' Leprechaun event closes on March 15, 2026 at 7:30am EDT.
Logistics and extras
Race packets are available for pickup on Saturday, March 14 (1:00–3:00pm) and on race day beginning at 7:00am at Ape Hangers Bar & Grill. Parking is organized at Ape Hangers with overflow directed to the Bel Alton Fire Department field; participants are asked not to park in the fire department lot. Participants registered by February 28 receive a t-shirt. All participants receive a post-race buffet ticket at Ape Hangers Bar & Grill. Awards will be given for top qualifiers by age group and for the best St. Patricks' Day costume. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
