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Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle
March 21, 2027

SPECTATOR INFORMATION

Countdown to race day

CHEER ON PARTICIPANTS

Cheer on Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle participants in-person along the course or watch TV coverage of the event.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

  • FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2027

    Packet Pick-up

    Buckingham Fountain
    Grant Park, Chicago

    10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

  • SATURDAY, MARCH 20, 2027

    Packet Pick-up

    Buckingham Fountain
    Grant Park, Chicago

    9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

    The Mile

    Grant Park, Chicago

    Competitive start: 11:00 a.m.
    Recreational start: 11:15 a.m.

  • SUNDAY, MARCH 21, 2027

    8K Run and 2-Mile Walk

    Grant Park, Chicago

    Wheelchair race start: 8:20 a.m.
    Wave 1 race start: 8:30 a.m.
    Post-Race Party begins: 9:00 a.m.
    Wave 2 race start: 9:00 a.m.
    Walk Wave start: 9:30 a.m.
    Post-Race Party ends: 12:00 p.m.

Times and locations subject to change.

COURSE

The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle offers a variety of events that weave through the heart of downtown Chicago, starting and finishing in Grant Park.

VIEW COURSE INFO

CHEER ZONES

Words of encouragement and cheers of support from spectators have helped thousands of participants cross the finish line at the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle. Your energy and inspiration make a difference!

Consider creating a cheer zone on this year’s course with your run club, nonprofit organization or neighborhood group to encourage runners on race day.

The 2027 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle cheer zone map will be available in advance of the race.

If you have questions, please contact communityrelations@cemevent.com.

CHEERING RESPONSIBLY

As you prepare for race day, please keep the following in mind:

  • RESPECT THE RACECOURSE

    The racecourse stretches the full length of the street, from curb to curb. It is imperative that spectators do not enter the racecourse. This keeps both participants and spectators safe. Spectators also may not decorate the street surface with any material, including temporary decorations such as decals or sidewalk chalk.

  • RESPECT THE ENVIRONMENT

    If you bring anything to your cheer area, please take it with you when you leave. This includes signs, tents and any trash you may generate on race day. The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle strongly discourages the use of confetti cannons due to the significant waste that is left on the streets that can harm the environment and wildlife. These machines also produce a startling noise created by the cannon which can be distressing to some. Please opt for cow bells or hand clappers to support your runners or just use your enthusiastic voices! If confetti cannons are spotted on race day, you may be approached by an event official and asked to put it away.

  • RESPECT THE PARTICIPANTS

    Act in a courteous manner to create a fun, welcoming and celebratory experience for all participants. Participants are not allowed to accept food or beverages from spectators, so please refrain from creating an opportunity for them to violate this event rule.

  • RESPECT OTHER SPECTATORS

    The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle is a family-friendly event. We expect spectators of all ages, so please behave in a way appropriate for everyone. If you see spectators creating a disrespectful environment, please look to a course marshal, event staff member or city official for assistance.

WATCH LIVE ON RACE DAY

Watch the finish line livestream on nbcchicago.com and telemundochicago.com on race morning from 8 to 11 a.m.

TELEMUNDO CHICAGO
NBC CHICAGO
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