Shamrock Beer Run Half Marathon

Who is ready to Party Shamrock Style?  

*4th Annual Half Marathon in 2026 - Beautiful 13.1 Mile Course that Show Cases White River State Park!

Finish Right into the Shamrock BrewFest... that Features a Kick-A** DJ, Food Truck, Party Tent, Cornhole, Giant Beer Pong & of course plenty of BEEEER.  It’s going to be a SHAMROCKIN' Beer Fest!!  

 

"Running and Beer Two of My Favorite Things"

 

This is a 21+ event only.  No strollers, no kids, no one under 21 admitted.

 

Race Day & BrewFest Schedule:

1. 9:00am - 9:45am Packet Pickup Opens at Military Park

2. 10:00am - Half Marathon Starts

3. 11:30am - Beer Starts Flowing at the BrewFest!!!

4. Double Pack (13.1 & 5K)? Staggered 5K Wave Start Between:

   1:30 - 2:30pm

5. Last Call at 4:30pm

6. 5:00pm - The end of the day and time to say goodbye, please drive safely!  If your still here start helping us clean :)

The Half Marathon Course is 4 Loops around White River State Park.

 BrewFest Site Map!

 

Q: I cannot come, what are my options?  Can I get a refund?
A:  Sorry there are no refunds for any reason.  We offer 3 different options to choose from.

1) You may have your swag mailed ($20 Fee applies to cover shipping cost).

2) You may have a friend pick up your swag on race day or at packet pickup.

3) You may sell/give away your entry to a friend/family at no additional cost.
 
Q:  When is Packet Pickup?
A:  Recommended Early Packet Pickup:
Thursday March 12 - 
TBA

 

Race day, opens at 9:00am
Historic Military Park
601 W New York
Indianapolis, IN US 46202

 

Q:  Are spectators allowed to enter the Brewfest area if they are not registered for the Half Marathon 0r 5K?
A:  No, but spectators may purchase the 0.0K BrewFest Only Ticket to enter the Brewfest area.  

Q:  What time does the Half Marathon start?

A: 10:00am!

Q:  What time does the 5K Beer Run start?
A:  You choose your starting corral between 1:30pm - 2:30pm during registration. 

Q:  Will the race still happen if it is raining or snowing?
A:  Yes!!!  We will only delay for lightning or tornado.
 
Q:  Can my kids register for the Half Marathon or 5K race?
A:  Yes, if they are 21+ :)
 
Q:  Is this course stroller-friendly?   May I push a stroller? 
A:  No, all participants must be 21+ to do the Half Marathon or 5K. You Finish up the Half Marathon right into the 21+ Only BrewFest area. Also there is beer handed out on the 5K course.

Q:  Can my kids enter the Brewfest area?   
A:  Yes, if they are 21+ and registered for the event! :)

Q:  Is this event dog-friendly?  Can I bring my dog? 
A:  Yes – and no charge:)  you know the rules… clean up. Please be respectful of other runners.

Q:  Are there Awards? 
A:  Yes, for the Half Marathon & No, the 5k does NOT.

Half Marathon - Top 3 Male/Female Overall Winners.  

Top 3 Male/Female in each Age Group.

21-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+.

Prizes Are:

1st M/F Overall Winner - Receives a Shamrock Growler,  & Overall 1st Place Medal!  

2nd & 3rd M/F Overall Winners - Receives a Shamrock Pint Glass & Overall 2nd/3rd Place Medal!

1st M/F Age Group Winner - Receives a Shamrock Pint Glass & 1st Place Age Group Medal!

2nd & 3rd M/F Age Group Winner - Receives a Shamrock Pint Glass & 2nd or 3rd Place Age Group Medal!

 

Q:  Will the age group prizes be mailed?

A:  No, all prizes must be picked up at the results table.  If you did not pick up your prize there will be a $7 - $12 fee to be mailed to you.

Q:  Are there water stops on the Half Marathon course?

A: Yes, please see Half Marathon Course Map for the water stop locations.

Q:  Are there water stops on the 5K course?
A:  Yes, water bottles will be available at some Beer stops.  You are welcome to carry a full bottle of water with you if you want. We have plenty of water bottles before and after the race included with your registration. Please dispose of your water bottles in a trash bin or recycle bin.
 
Q:  Any other questions?
A:  Email andrea@fun-races.com

Unisex/Men's Hooded Sweatshirt Sizes

 

 

• Parking across from Military Park is CASH ONLY - $10.  

• There are parking garages at IUPUI that will take credit cards *but other parking rates do apply.  

• White River State Park has an underground parking garage that will take credit cards (front of the Indiana State Museum) *but other parking rates do apply.  

 Live Beer Run Half Marathon Registration Includes: 

• Entry to the BrewFest

• Chipped Timed Half Marathon

• *New in 2026 Shamrock "Shifting" Long Sleeve Tech Shirt 

• Souvenir Stadium Beer Cup

• Half Marathon Magnetic Bottle Opener Shield/Sword Finisher's Medal 

• Shamrock Cinch Sack 

• Shamrock Trucker Hat

• ♣ Two - Pints Of Beer!!!

• One Food Truck Ticket or Use for a 3rd Beer Ticket :)

• Shamrock Race Bib with Funny Surprising Funny Leprechaun Names!

• Overall & Age Group Awards

• Bottled Water

• Free Photos

• Half Marathon Starts at 10:00am

 

 

 Live Half Marathon (13.1) & 5K Beer Run (Double Pack) Registration Includes: 

• Entry to the BrewFest

• Chipped Timed Half Marathon

• *New in 2026 Shamrock "Shifting" Long Sleeve Tech Shirt

• Souvenir Stadium Beer Cup

• Half Marathon Magnetic Bottle Opener Shield/Sword Finisher's Medal 

• Shamrock Cinch Sack

• Shamrock Trucker Hat

•  5 - 3oz Samples of different Beers Along the 5K Course 

• 5K Magnetic Bottle Opener Shield/Sword Finisher's Medal 

• ♣ Two - Pints Of Beer!!!

• One Food Truck Ticket or Use for a 3rd Beer Ticket :)

• #New Shamrock Race Bib with Funny Surprising Funny Leprechaun Names!

• Overall & Age Group Awards

• Bottled Water

• Free Photos

• Half Marathon Starts at 10:00am

• 5K Beer Run Starts between 1:30pm - 2:30pm with Corral Starts

 

Remind Friends to Sign Up!
When you register, you will receive a unique URL Link.  
So if your friends sign up using this link you will receive 
 $35 CASH BACK once you hit 5 Referrals! 

 

Live Half Marathon Beer Run (13.1 Miles): Shifting Long Sleeve Tech Shirt

Live Half Marathon Beer Run & 5K Beer Run (Double Pack - 13.1 Miles & 5K): Shifting Long Sleeve Tech Shirt