Description
Get Ready for the 2025 Madison Shamrock Shuffle!
This year’s race falls just 2 days before St. Patrick’s Day—what a fantastic way to kick off your celebrations in your favorite green outfit! With UW students enjoying a later spring break, you’ll have even more time to join in the fun. And to make it even better, all students can use a special 25% off code!
Event Details:
Date: March 15, 2025
Location: 600 Block of State Street
Events: Timed 10K, Timed 5K, Untimed 5K Walk
The Madison Shamrock Shuffle is a beloved local tradition, marking the first major race event of the year. Regardless of the weather, thousands of participants dress up in their St. Paddy’s best to run, walk, and shuffle their way through this festive event.
Why We Run: Your participation supports the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County, which provide essential programs for youth aged 2.5 to 24. Funds raised will help continue and expand programming for Pre-School, After-School, In-School, and the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center. To date, this event has contributed nearly $500,000 to these vital programs.
Thank you to all past and future participants for making a difference in our community!
WHAT YOU GET
Long-Sleeved T-Shirt: Available until February 29th. Secure yours before they're gone!
Race Bib: For identification and timing.
Professional Race Timing: Fast and accurate results to keep you on track.
Medals for Age Category Winners: Awards for top finishers in the timed 10K and 5K runs.
Exclusive Deals: Special offers at our partner bars for participants.
Free Event Photos: Downloadable photos to relive your race day experience.
Don’t miss out on these exciting benefits! Register now and join us for an unforgettable event!
TIMELINE OF EVENTS
Race Day Schedule:
Packet Pick-Up: 7:00 - 7:45 AM
Announcements Begin: 7:45 AM
10K Runners Start: 8:15 AM
5K Runners and Walkers Start: 8:25 AM
Awards Ceremony: 9:20 AM
*subject to change
Be sure to arrive early to pick up your packet and get ready for an exciting race day!
PACKET PICK-UP
DETAILS COMING SOON!
AGE GROUPS
The top male and female in the following age groups will receive medals for the 10K and 5K Timed Runs.
Please attend the Award Ceremony following the race around 9:20 a.m. to receive your medals.
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1-14
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15-19
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20-24
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25-29
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30-34
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35-39
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40-44
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45-49
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50-59
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60-69
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70-79
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80+
WEATHER POLICY
Please dress appropriately for the weather. If it is cold we recommend using feet and hand warmers.
The Shamrock Shuffle will happen rain, snow, or shine. If the conditions make the event unsafe, the race will be canceled. Social media accounts (Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook) for Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County will be the fastest location of race status information on race day. You will also receive an email through RunSignUp if the event is canceled. Due to the many associated costs of planning an event of this size, refunds will not be provided in the event of a weather cancellation.
COURSE AND EVENT INFORMATION
For courses and other event information, please visit: https://www.bgcdc.org/shamrockshuffle
About The Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County
Proceeds from this event will benefit Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County. By participating, you will impact the lives of youth and their families in our community by giving them needed resources and programming to help build better futures. Since the inception of this event, nearly $500,000 has been raised to support Dane County youth.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County’s mission is to inspire and empower all young people, especially those who need us the most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring adults. In 2022, over 3,000 youth and families were supported through education & career development, health & wellness, character & leadership, sports & recreation, and family engagement enrichment programming. We are proud to continue this work with your support.
SPONSORSHIPS
Are you interested in being a sponsor for Madison Shamrock Shuffle?
Please email specialevents@bgcdc.org for more information.
Race Contact Info
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