Shamrock Shuffle - Hayward

MAR
21
2026
Join the festive Shamrock Shuffle 5K run/walk in downtown Hayward. This St. Patrick's Day event features a free kids' race, a costume contest, and an after-party with music and food. The first 200 registrants get a t-shirt, and proceeds support a local charity.
Sat 21 Mar 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Details

The Shamrock Shuffle is an annual 5K run/walk held in downtown Hayward, Wisconsin, around St. Patrick's Day in March. The main event is accompanied by a free Grasshopper Kids 1K race. The event starts and finishes at The Lot, located at the corner of Kansas Avenue and 3rd Street.

Activities and Atmosphere

The event includes a costume contest with a green theme. There is traditional Irish music at the start. An after-party takes place at The Lot following the race, featuring music, bonfires, and food and beverages available for purchase from vendors like the Snack Shack, Earth Rider Brew, and Lynn's Custom Meats Emergency Brat Truck.

Registration and Perks

Participants can register in advance or on race day. The first 200 registrants receive a t-shirt. All participants get free bananas, water, and cookies. A portion of the proceeds is donated to CAMBA Kids. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
Grasshopper Kids 1k