Shamrock Shuffle - Fleet Feet Springfield
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Event overview
The Shamrock Shuffle is a March running event held in downtown Springfield, Missouri, with the finish area at Park Central Square. The event program includes three distances: 5k, 15k, and a Beer Mile. Entry fees listed on the page are $35 for the 5k, $55 for the 15k, and $25 for the Beer Mile; prices increase after January 10, 2026. The Beer Mile is open to ages 21 to 100.
Courses, awards and logistics
The 5k and 15k use city streets with a downtown start and finish. The 15k course is described as just a bit over 15k and run in three laps; the 5k covers roughly one third of the 15k route. 5k and 15k participants receive a long-sleeve event shirt, and all 15k finishers receive a medal. Overall male and female winners in the 5k and 15k are listed to receive a Saucony shoe award (up to $225). Age group categories are provided for standard divisions.
The Beer Mile requires drinking four beers, each at the start of a 1/4 mile lap. Rules specify drinking must be done standing still in a barricaded section, showing the empty cup overhead, then tossing the cup before running; runners must stay to the right during laps. A single penalty lap is added for any competitor who vomits. Packet pickup is available at Fleet Feet Springfield (1254 East Republic Rd, Springfield, MO) and there is an out-of-town packet pickup at the event site on race morning. Event management is listed as Heartland Racing Co. and Saucony is the title sponsor. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.