Shamrock N' Run 5k

08/02/2026

🍀2026 Shamrock N' Run 5K results are in!🍀

🥇1st Place Winner: Evan Huseman with a time of 17:06

🥈2nd Place: Isaak Moline with a time of 17:19

CATEGORY WINNERS:

Male 12& Under:
💚1st Place: Tyson Sorbe 22:46
🧡2nd Place: Maddux Jamieson 23:02

Female 12&Under:
💚1st Place: Leah Brady 24:09
🧡2nd Place: Kyelyn Mead 29:13

Male Ages 13-19:
💚1st Place: Caden Grieme 17:58
🧡2nd Place: Cooper Dean 18:03

Female Ages 13-19:
💚1st Place: Ava Woock 25:00
🧡2nd Place: Claire Gann 25:48

Male Ages 20-29:
💚1st Place: John Kloos 19:00
🧡2nd Place: Drew Westphal 22:55

Female Ages 20-29
💚1st Place: Olivia Gasca 27:13
🧡2nd Place: Journey Shipman 28:59

Male Ages 30-39
💚1st Place: Evan Kimbell 19:56
🧡2nd Place: Michael Petersen 20:43

Female Ages 30-39
💚1st Place: Amanda Ritchey 24:54
🧡2nd Place: Melissa Summers 25:03

Male Ages 40-49
💚1st Place: Mike Butcher 19:29
🧡2nd Place: Mike Klaas 19:52

Female Ages 40-49
💚1st Place: Brooke Heuer 23:10
🧡2nd Place: Elizabeth Crane 24:17

Male Ages 50-59
💚1st Place: Jason Kurtz 23:12
🧡2nd Place: Jim Wall 23:55

Female Ages 50-59
💚1st Place: Tabatha Willadsen 30:32
🧡2nd Place: Ari Carroll 33:07

Male Ages 60-69
💚1st Place: Keith Weiman 28:18
🧡2nd Place: Dan Takle 29:11

Female Ages 60-69
💚1st Place: Darla Schulz 25:59
🧡2nd Place: Cindy Weyland 29:36

Male Ages 70+
💚1st Place: Steve Johnson 23:37
🧡2nd Place: Paul Greene 26:09

Female Ages 70+
💚1st Place: Deb Dulin 48:36
🧡2nd Place: Kayl Bullock 52:27

Find your results here: https://results.truetimeracing.com/results.aspx?CId=16535&RId=1724

08/01/2026

🏁🍀ITS RACE DAY🍀 🏁

Packet Pickup and Walk Up Registration is Open until 9:00

Race Time: 9:00

Start/Finish Line: Corner of Park and Mulberry

Weather: 🌧 until Race Time, then 🌈🤞

Route Map: see in Comments

08/01/2026

07/31/2026

🌧We are closing Packet pick up at 6:00 p.m. 🌧

We will be back ready at 7:30 or just slightly before!

See you tomorrow at the Start/Finish line!

07/31/2026

20th Anniversary Iowa Irish Fest is here!!!

Shamrock N' Run 5K Packet pick up:
Location: Mulberry and E Park Ave

🍀Tonight from 4:00-7:00
(weather permitting🌈)

🍀Race Morning: 7:30 - Start of Race!

🏃‍♀️Walk up Registration is Available now until Start of Race!

Shamrock N' Run - Iowa Irish Fest https://share.google/hotkGhMuU4tGLpFCQ

07/29/2026

🍀 It’s Race Week! 🍀
The countdown is on! We can’t wait to see everyone at the ShamRock N’ Run 5K this Saturday!

📍 Early Packet Pickup & Walk-Up Registration
🗓️ Friday, July 31
🕓 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 Iowa Irish Fest – Main Gate Entrance 1
Downtown Waterloo

🏃 Race Day
🕢 Packet Pickup & Walk-Up Registration: Begins at 7:30 AM
🕘 Race Starts: 9:00 AM

If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time! Grab your packet early on Friday to make race morning even easier.

Lace up your running shoes, wear your green, and get ready for an unforgettable morning kicking off Iowa Irish Fest! ☘️💚

07/24/2026

🎶 The music doesn't stop at the stages! ☘️

As you make your way along the Iowa Irish Fest route, you'll be treated to incredible live music every step of the way!

🎻 The Greers – A husband-and-wife duo blending Irish folk favorites with a fun mix of modern hits and blues.

🍀 Des Moines Irish Session – Experience the heart of traditional Irish music with lively jigs, reels, and timeless pub songs performed by talented musicians who keep the Irish tradition alive.

🎤 Kellen O'Cullom & Owen Irwin – Bringing high-energy performances and crowd-favorite tunes that are sure to keep the celebration going.

Whether you're walking, cheering on participants, or simply soaking in the festival atmosphere, these talented musicians will keep the energy high and the Irish spirit flowing all day long!

🎵 Grab your friends, wear your green, and come celebrate 20 years of Iowa Irish Fest with great music, great people, and unforgettable memories.

Who are you most excited to hear? 🎶☘️

06/20/2026

☘️ 20th Anniversary Promo! ☘️

Celebrate 20 years of Iowa Irish Fest with us and sign up for the ShamRock N Run 5K!

Our official race T-shirt design has been released, and your shirt size is guaranteed when you register by July 1st.

Use promo code 20YEARS for 20% off your 5K registration from June 20–30.

Don’t miss your chance to run, celebrate, and be part of the 20th Anniversary fun!

https://iowairishfest.com/activity/shamrock-n-run-5k/

06/01/2026

🍀👟 The wait is over… the official Shamrock N Run 5K t-shirt is here! 👕✨
Register now to secure your spot — and don’t forget:
✅ Shirt sizes are guaranteed through July 1st for all race participants!
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, you won’t want to miss this fun community event. Grab your friends, lace up your shoes, and get ready for a great time! 🍀🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
📅 Register before July 1st to guarantee your preferred shirt size!

https://iowairishfest.com/activity/shamrock-n-run-5k/

05/28/2026

🍀🎉 CELEBRATE WITH US & SAVE! 🎉🍀
Registration for the Shamrock N Run 5K is LIVE — and for a limited time, you can sign up for just $20! 👟🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
That’s a $15 savings with promo code:
✨ 20ANNIVERSARY ✨
📅 Promo valid: Through June 4th!
PLUS — all participants registered by July 1st are guaranteed their t-shirt size! 👕🍀 Design coming soon! 👀
Don’t wait to grab this deal — gather your friends and join us for an unforgettable race day!

Join the 2026 Shamrock N Run 5K August 1st at 9am in Downtown Waterloo. Online registration is open now! Enjoy a fun-filled race and weekend!