PRESS RELEASES
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October 3, 2024
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2025 BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON, CHICAGO 13.1 AND SHAMROCK SHUFFLE OPENS THIS MONTH
Today the teams behind Chicago’s premier racing portfolio announced registration information for the events that will make up the third annual Bank of America Chicago Distance Series. The Distance Series connects the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle 8K Run in a unique challenge that rewards participants who finish all three events in 2025 with an exclusive medal and guaranteed entry to the 2026 Chicago Marathon. Individuals interested in participating are encouraged to get their names in early to ensure they can take part in the series. Registration for the Chicago 13.1 and Shamrock Shuffle launches today with special discounted pricing. The four-week application period for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will open on Tuesday, October 22.
View the October 3, 2024 press release (.pdf)
March 26, 2023
RUNNERS CELEBRATE THE START OF THE SPRING RUNNING SEASON AT THE 42ND BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE
Thousands of runners gathered in Grant Park Sunday morning to kick off Chicago’s spring running season at the 42nd running of the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle. Featuring a sell-out field and the most finishers since 2018, more than 21,000 participants crossed the finish line on Columbus Drive under overcast skies. Zach Panning broke the tape, taking the crown in the men’s race in 22:48, while Sarah Disanza led the women’s field with a 26:35 and Jake Fedorowski claimed victory in the non-binary race in 32:17. Samantha Schroth and Angelo Perez won the wheelchair competition.
View the March 26, 2023 press release (.pdf)
March 20, 2022
THOUSANDS OF CHICAGO AREA RUNNERS TAKE TO THE STREETS TO KICK OFF THE SPRING RACING SEASON AT THE 41ST BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE
For the first time since 2019, runners returned to Grant Park to celebrate one of Chicago’s most revered running traditions. In a show of Shuffle pride beneath a sun-kissed sky, thousands of runners kicked off the spring racing season at the 41st Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle. Tai Dinger took the fastest tour of Chicago’s downtown, sprinting across the finish line first in 22:56, leading a competitive field that welcomed elite runners from more than 40 USATF-club teams. Natosha Rogers led the women’s field, stopping the clock in 25:30. Michael Panther Mayen and Samantha Schroth claimed victory in the wheelchair competition.
View the March 20, 2022 press release (.pdf)
March 10, 2022
20,000 CHICAGO AREA RUNNERS GET READY TO WELCOME BACK AN ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY TRADITION
The start of Chicago’s spring running season will begin on Sunday, March 20 when the 41st running of the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K kicks off at 8:30 a.m. in Grant Park. The classic road race and annual tradition joins the return of the city’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with a green-infused 8K Run and 2-Mile Walk through the heart of downtown.
View the March 10, 2022 media alert (.pdf)
March 17, 2021
THOUSANDS OF RUNNERS CONTINUE ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATIONS BY TURNING THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS GREEN FOR THE BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE
The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, one of the city’s most celebrated running events is set to kick off in neighborhoods across Chicago and around the world this weekend. For more than four decades, runners have participated in this popular road race to commemorate the start of the outdoor running season and continue the city’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. This year’s virtual race will continue the tradition as runners compete in a variety of distances from Friday, March 19 to Sunday, March 21.
View the March 17, 2021 press release (.pdf)
December 17, 2020
THE BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE OPENS REGISTRATION FOR A VIRTUAL RACE DESIGNED TO KEEP RUNNERS MOVING THIS WINTER
Today the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle announced the launch of registration for the long-standing Chicago tradition, which will return as a virtual event in 2021. For more than four decades, runners have participated in this popular road race to kick off the outdoor running season and continue the St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Chicago. An eight-week Training Challenge will keep runners motivated and moving on their journey to the virtual race weekend experience, which will take place Friday, March 19 through Sunday, March 21.
View the December 17, 2020 press release (.pdf)
March 12, 2020
STATEMENT ON THE CANCELLATION OF THE BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE
View the March 12, 2020 event update (.pdf)
October 3, 2019
BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO 13.1 – A RUNNING TOUR OF CHICAGO’S WEST SIDE NEIGHBORHOODS – SET TO DEBUT SPRING 2020
Bank of America announced today the long-awaited debut of the Bank of America Chicago 13.1. The city’s newest half marathon, one of the most popular race distances in the United States, will kick off on Sunday, June 7, 2020, bringing a world-class race and three-day health and wellness festival to Chicago’s west side. The inaugural event deepens Bank of America’s premier racing portfolio, which includes the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle and the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
View the October 3, 2019 press release (.pdf)
March 24, 2019
RUNNERS CELEBRATE SPRING BY KICKING OFF THE RUNNING SEASON AT THE 40TH ANNUAL BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE
In a show of Chi-rish pride, thousands of runners gathered today in Grant Park under an overcast sky and ideal running conditions to officially kick off Chicago’s running season at the 40th annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle. Joe Moore sprinted across the line first in 23:18, outkicking a competitive men’s field that welcomed elite runners from more than 50 USATF-club teams from around the nation. The women’s winner, Olivia Pratt, claimed victory with a swift time of 26:26. Daniel Romanchuk and Susannah Scaroni took the crowns in the wheelchair competition in course record times, 16:29 and 19:02, respectively.
View the March 24, 2019 press release (.pdf)
March 19, 2019
BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE EVENTS SCHEDULE
& MEDIA CREDENTIALS
The start of Chicago’s spring running season will begin on Sunday, March 24 when the 40th annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K kicks off at 8:30 a.m. in Grant Park. The classic road race is an annual tradition for runners looking to continue the St. Patrick’s Day celebration with a green infused 8K run and two-mile walk through the heart of downtown.
View the March 19, 2019 press release (.pdf)
February 1, 2019
MAMMOTH TRACK CLUB AND KANSAS CITY SMOKE HEADLINE DELOITE ELITE CLUB COMPETITION AT THE BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE
The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle announced today that the Mammoth Track Club, headlined by Olympian and American record-holder and 2005 and 2009 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle champion Deena Kastor and 2015 and 2016 Shamrock Shuffle champion Alexi Pappas, will make its debut in the 11th annual Deloitte Elite Club Competition. The Kansas City Smoke will also be back on the men’s side to defend their title.
View the February 1, 2019 press release (.pdf)
January 15, 2019
BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE EXECUTIVE RACE DIRECTOR TO RUN AND RAISE $40,000 FOR LOCAL CHARITIES
Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle announced today that executive race director Carey Pinkowski will join the 40th anniversary celebration on Sunday, March 24 by running the 8K and raising funds for four local charities with a focus on youth fitness: Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, After School Matters, Special Olympics Chicago and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
View the January 15, 2019 press release (.pdf)
September 12, 2018
REGISTRATION FOR THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE OPENS TODAY
Get ready to go green at the 40th anniversary of the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle! Registration for the 40th annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle opens today at 10 a.m. Central Time at shamrockshuffle.com. For four decades, many runners have considered this long-standing Chicago tradition the official start of the outdoor running season, and a popular way to continue the St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Chicago. The event will feature a festive and upbeat 8K run with music and entertainment, as well as a two-mile walk along Chicago’s picturesque lakefront.
View the September 12, 2018 press release (.pdf)
March 25, 2018
THOUSANDS OF CHICAGO AREA RUNNERS TAKE TO THE STREETS FOR THE 2018 BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE 8K
Thousands of runners turned the streets of downtown Chicago green today as they kicked off the spring running season at the 39th annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K. Defending champion Stephen Sambu, 29, of Tucson, Ariz., sprinted his way into first place, finishing in 23:10, becoming the first person in event history to win four consecutive times. The women’s winner, Laura Thweatt, 29, of Boulder, Colo., finished strong with a time of 26:02, propelling her and her Boulder Track Club teammates to victory of the 10th annual Deloitte Elite Club Competition.
View the March 25, 2018 press release (.pdf)
March 20, 2018
A TALENTED FIELD OF ELITE ATHLETES GET READY TO LEAD THE WAY AS 25,000 CHICAGO AREA RUNNERS WELCOME SPRING WITH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY TRADITION
The start of Chicago’s spring running season will begin on Sunday, March 25 when the 39th annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K kicks off at 8:30 a.m. in Grant Park. The classic road race is an annual tradition for runners looking to continue the St. Patrick’s Day celebration with a green infused 8K run and two-mile walk through the heart of downtown.
View the March 20, 2018 press release (.pdf)
February 1, 2018
EXECUTIVE RACE DIRECTOR CAREY PINKOWSKI TO RUN 2018 BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE 8K FOR CHARITY
The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K announced today that executive race director Carey Pinkowski will be taking to the streets of Chicago on Sunday, March 25 to raise funds for charity. Pinkowski’s participation shines a light on the event’s new Charity Matching Campaign, which enables runners to make their race more meaningful.
View the February 1, 2018 press release (.pdf)
