2026 Phoenix Shamrock 10K / 5K Run/Walk

🍀 Welcome to the 2026 Phoenix Shamrock 10K / 5K Run/Walk!

Join StartLine Racing as we continue a March tradition in the valley! The 10th Annual Shamrock 10K / 5K event will be taking place on March 15th at Kiwanis Park in Tempe.

🏁 Chase the Leprechaun!

• Exciting Feature: The 5K distance will feature a 'Chase the Leprechaun' for 2026!
• Find the Leprechaun: A leprechaun will be set loose on the course for all of our participants to find.
• Win a Prize: Any participant to pass the leprechaun and finish the race will receive a prize at the finish line.
• No Extra Fee: No additional registration required. Open to all 5K participants.

📝 Mail-in and Virtual Registration

• Mail Registration: To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. Mail-in registrations will be accepted until March 9, 2026.
• Virtual Run: If you can't join us on race day, you can still run virtually and receive the medal and shirt!
• Shipping: All prices include shipping! Items will not be mailed out until after the event on March 15, 2026.
• Restrictions: Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. International participants please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com.

🏅 All Participants Receive

• Custom Medal: Custom Event Medal for all participants.
• Tech Shirt: Choice of Custom Event Tech Shirt for all participants.
• Age Group Awards: Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups for the 10K and 5K distances (Race Day Participants only).
• Brunch: Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc).

🏞️ Race Day Information

• Registration Time: Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 6:30am at Kiwanis Park.
• Payment Methods: We accept cash, and credit cards on race day (checks are no longer accepted).
• Fees: Race day registration fees: 10K - $55, 5K - $50.
• Family Friendly: Leashed pets are welcome, and wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons are allowed.

🗺️ Course Maps

• 5K Course: 5K Course Map
• 10K Course: 10K Course Map

📦 Packet Pick-up Opportunities

• Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 2:00 - 5:00pm at Road Runner Sports in Tempe.
• Location: Road Runner Sports is located at 43 S McClintock Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 (map).
• Race Day Pickup: Packet pickup will also be available on race day starting at 6:30am.

📅 Event Schedule

• Sat, March 14, 2026 2:00 PM - Packet Pickup at Road Runner Sports Tempe from 2-5pm.
• Sun, March 15, 2026 6:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration Opens.
• Sun, March 15, 2026 7:30 AM - 10K Run/Walk Begins.
• Sun, March 15, 2026 7:40 AM - Race day packet pickup and registration closes.
• Sun, March 15, 2026 7:45 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins.
• Sun, March 15, 2026 9:30 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.).

📍 Location

The event will be held at 101 E Baseline Road, Tempe, AZ.

For more information and to register, visit here.