Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash

Race Overview

Join us for the 8th annual Shamrock 4 Mile presented by Roots Realty Group! This race is the 2nd event of the 2026 RunAbout Race Series. The race is at Blacksburg High School on Saturday, March 14 at 9 AM. The Lucky Leprechaun Dash presented by Adjust NRV is at 10:30 am.

• Date: March 14, 2026
• Location: 3401 Bruin Lane, Blacksburg, VA
• 4 Mile Start Time: 9 AM
• 1K Dash Start Time: 10:30 AM

Participant Information

Participants who register on or before March 1 are guaranteed to receive a long-sleeved race shirt. All 4-mile finishers receive a medal.

Race Schedule

Friday, March 13

• Packet Pickup: 3 - 6 PM at RunAbout Sports

Saturday, March 14 (Race Day)

• Packet Pickup: 7:45 - 8:50 AM on-site
• 4 Mile Race Start: 9 AM
• Lucky Leprechaun Dash Start: 10:30 AM

Registration Fees

• Shamrock 4 Miler: Before March 1: $30.00
• Shamrock 4 Miler: March 2 to March 13: $33.00
• Shamrock 4 Miler: Race Day: $35.00
• 1 Kilometer Lucky Leprechaun Dash: Free!
• Virtual Shamrock 4 Miler: $26 (includes shirt and medal)

Race Course

The Shamrock 4 Miler is on a one-loop course on Prices Fork Rd, Plantation Rd, and the Hethwood bike paths. An Aid Station at 2.5 miles serves water and Gatorade.

The Lucky Leprechaun Dash presented by Adjust NRV is 1 Kilometer (0.62 miles) and takes place on the Blacksburg High School cross country course.

• Shamrock 4 Mile Race Course
• Lucky Leprechaun Dash

Awards

4 Miler

• Finishers: All finishers receive a commemorative medal
• Overall Awards: The top 3 male and female finishers will receive an award.
• Age Group Awards: Awards 3 deep - male and female - in the following categories:
  • 14 and under
  • 15-19
  • 20-24
  • 25-29
  • 30-34
  • 35-39
  • 40-44
  • 45-49
  • 50-54
  • 55-60
  • 61-64
  • 65+
• Best Costume Leprechaun: Wins a free pair of shoes from Blacksburg's amazing running store, RunAbout Sports!
• Award Pickup: Awards can be picked up after the race by the medal table (next to finish). Awards will not be mailed.

Parking

Parking is available in the lots in front of Blacksburg High School.

Post-Race Amenities

Post-race food and drinks will be near the finish line.

Results

Live results are provided by Run Roanoke. Preliminary results will be posted at www.runaboutsports.com after the race followed by the final results and age group results.

Volunteer Opportunities

Signup here! We are looking for volunteers to help with race setup, course safety, and cleanup.

More Information

For further details, visit the official race page: Shamrock 4 Miler Event.