Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash

Saturday, March 14, 2026 • Blacksburg, VA
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When is Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash?

Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2026 in Blacksburg, VA.

What distances does Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash offer?

Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash offers 2 events: Shamrock 4 Miler, VIRTUAL Shamrock 4 Miler.

Event Distance Price
Shamrock 4 Miler 4.0 mi $30.00 Register
VIRTUAL Shamrock 4 Miler 4.0 mi $26.00 Register

How much does Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash cost?

Registration for Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash starts at $26.00. Prices vary by event distance.

Where is Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash held?

Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash is held in Blacksburg, VA at 3401 Bruin Lane.

About Shamrock 4 Miler and Lucky Leprechaun 1K Dash

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.

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
  • 3 - 6 PM Packet Pickup at RunAbout Sports
Saturday, March 14 (Race Day)
  • 7:45 - 8:50 AM - Packet Pickup on-site
  • 9 AM - 4 mile Race Start
  • 10:30 AM - Lucky Leprechaun Dash presented by Adjust NRV Start
Registration Fees:
 
Shamrock 4 Miler:
Before March 1: $30.00
March 2 to March 13: $33.00
Race Day: $35.00
 
1 kilometer Lucky Leprechaun Dash presented by Adjust NRV
Free!
 
Virtual Shamrock 4 Miler
Virtual Shamrock 4 Miler with store pick-up of shirt and medal. $26
 
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
 
Awards:

4 Miler

  • All finishers receive a commemorative medal
  • Overall: The top 3 male and female finishers will receive an award.
  • Age group: 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! 
  • 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 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:

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

 

Swag & Giveaways

Shamrock 4 Miler: Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Unisex Sizing)
VIRTUAL Shamrock 4 Miler: Long Sleeve T-Shirt
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