FAQ
OH NO! Did a leprechaun mess up your Shamrockin' plans?! 🍀😱
While registrations are non-refundable, you've still got a few ways to keep the Irish FUN alive!
🏃🍺 Shamrock On Virtually!
Can't make it on race day? No worries!
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Have a friend or family member pick up your race packet, or stop by packet pickup yourself!
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Be sure to request your Spinning Finisher's Medal with Bottle Opener! 🏅🍻
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Want your Shamrockin' Swag delivered? We can mail your packet for $20 per person (shipping & handling).
Virtual participants do not receive beer samples, a finish-line pint, or concert admission.
🍀 Pass the Beer... Oops, Bib! 🍺
You can give or sell your 5K registration to a friend or family member at NO additional cost!
Let someone else run, sip and get SHAMROCKED! 🎉
β€οΈ Share a Little Irish Luck!
Feeling generous? You can donate your registration fee to our charity partner and spread some Shamrockin' GOODNESS!
🍀🍻 NO REFUNDS, BUT PLENTY OF SHAMROCKIN' OPTIONS!
We may miss you at the starting line, but there's always another reason to RUN β’ WALK β’ DRINK β’ ROCK! 🎸🍺
OH NO! Did a leprechaun mess up your ROCKIN' plans?! 🍀🎤
While concert tickets are non-refundable, you've still got a couple of Shamrockin' options!
🎟οΈ Pass the Ticket & Keep the Party ROCKIN'!
You can give or sell your concert ticket to a friend or family member at NO additional cost! 🎸🍻
β€οΈ Share a Little Irish Luck!
Feeling generous? You can donate your ticket purchase to our charity partners and help spread some Shamrockin' GOODNESS! 🍀β€οΈ
No refunds, but your ticket doesn't have to go to waste! 🍀🎶
A: Get Ready to Grab Your Shamrockin' 5K Swag! 🏃ββοΈ🏅
🍀 Recommended Early 5K Packet Pickup
Friday, March 12, 2027 β Time & Location TBA!
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🍺 5K RACE DAY β Saturday, March 13, 2027
5K Packet Pickup Opens at 11:30 AM!
📍 Historic Military Park
601 W New York St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202
🍀 Grab your bib, snag your swag & get ready to RUN β’ WALK β’ DRINK β’ ROCK! 🎸🍻
A: NOPE! There's NOTHING to Pick Up β Just SCAN IN & ROCK OUT! 🍀🍻🎉
🎟οΈ Your Concert Ticket QR Code Is Your Ticket!
📱 Simply pull up your QR code on your smartphone, or 🖨οΈ print it at home and bring it with you!
🍀 IMPORTANT: Have your QR code ready to be scanned at the ID & Security Check-In Line when entering the BeerFest & Concert Stage Area.
🪪 Don't Forget Your Valid Photo ID! This is a 21+ ONLY event!
🎸🍺 No Ticket Pickup. No Hassle. Just SCAN IN & GET SHAMROCKIN' with HENRY LEE SUMMER! 🍀🎤🎉
A: ABSOLUTELY! Let the Shamrockin' FUN Begin! 🍀🎸🍻
All spectators 21 years or older are welcome to join the party! However, anyone not registered for the 5K must purchase a Concert Only Ticket (No 5K) to enter the BeerFest area and enjoy the LIVE Henry Lee Summer Concert! 🎤🎶
🍺🍷 Please Note: Concert Only Tickets do NOT include beer, wine, hard seltzer or 5K swag. Drinks will be available for purchase!
🍀 No Running Required β Just Come Ready to ROCK & SHAMROCK! 🎸🍻
A: You Pick Your Shamrockin' Start Time! 🏃ββοΈ🍻
The 5K features staggered starting waves from 1:00 PM β 1:45 PM!
🍀 Choose your preferred starting corral during registration, then get ready to RUN β’ WALK β’ DRINK β’ ROCK! 🎸🍺
🎸 JUST A SHAMROCKIN' HEADS-UP! If you choose the 1:45 PM wave, try to cross that finish line before 2:30 PM so you don't miss Henry Lee Summer taking the stage LIVE! 🎤🍀🍻
A: HECK YES! We're Shamrockin' RAIN, SNOW or SHINE! 🍀🌧οΈβοΈ🍻
A little Indiana March weather won't stop our Irish FUN! Bundle up, dress for the weather and get ready to RUN β’ WALK β’ DRINK β’ ROCK! 🎸🍺
🎪 GOOD NEWS! We'll have an ENCLOSED TENT to help keep the Shamrockin' party going, no matter what Mother Nature throws our way!
β‘ Safety First! We will only delay the event for dangerous weather conditions such as lightning or a tornado.
🍀 Cold Beer, Irish Cheer & HOT ROCK 'N' ROLL! 🎤🔥🍻
A: ABSOLUTELY... IF THEY'RE 21 OR OLDER! 😂🍻🍀
Sorry, little leprechauns! βοΈ This Shamrockin' celebration is strictly 21+ ONLY for BOTH the 5K and Concert! 🎸🍺
🍀 Must be 21 or older to register and attend. No exceptions!
Grown-Up Shenanigans Only! 🍻🎤🎉
A: Sorry, Little Leprechauns! No Strollers Allowed! 👶🚫🍀
The Shamrock Beer Run/Walk 5K is a 21+ ONLY event! 🍻
Since beer is served along the 5K course, all participants must be 21 years or older, and strollers are not permitted.
🍀🍺 This one's for the grown-ups! RUN β’ WALK β’ DRINK β’ ROCK! 🎸🎉
A: HECK YES! Bring Your Lucky Irish Pup! 🐾🍀🍻
Your four-legged Shamrockin' buddy is welcome to join the 5K, and there's NO EXTRA CHARGE! 🎉🐕
🍀 Just a Few Doggy Rules:
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🐕 Keep your pup on a short leash.
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💩 You know the drill... PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG!
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🏃 Be respectful of other runners and walkers, and give everyone plenty of space.
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🐾 We recommend starting toward the back of your wave for everyone's safety.
Four Paws, Two Feet & a Whole Lot of Irish FUN! 🍀🐶🍺
A: NOPE! We're Here for the BEER, Not the PR! 🍻😂🍀
This is a FUN, UNTββIMED 5K, so there is no chip timing or competitive awards!
🏃ββοΈ Run it, walk it, sip it & enjoy the Shamrockin' FUN at your own pace!
🍀 Your REAL reward? An awesome spinning finisher's medal, cold beer, good times & a LIVE Henry Lee Summer Concert! 🎸🎤🍺
No Clock. No Pressure. Just Beer & Irish Cheer! 🍀🍻🎉
A: HECK YES! We've Got WATER Along with the BEER! 💦🍻🍀
💧 Water bottles will be available at select beer stops along the 5K course.
💧 You're welcome to carry your own full water bottle if you'd like to stay extra hydrated!
💧 PLENTY of bottled water will also be available BEFORE and AFTER the 5K, included with your registration!
β»οΈ Keep Our Shamrockin' Course CLEAN! Please toss empty water bottles into designated trash or recycling bins.
🍀🍻 Sip the Beer, Drink the Water & Keep Those Shamrockin' Feet Moving! 🏃ββοΈ🎸
: Don't Let Parking Steal Your Lucky Shamrock! 🍀🍻 We've got several parking options near Historic Military Park!
🚗 Option 1: Parking Lot Across from Military Park
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$10 CASH ONLY! 💵
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Conveniently located right across from the event!
🏢 Option 2: IU Indianapolis (Formerly IUPUI) Parking Garages
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Credit cards accepted! 💳
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Parking rates vary.
🏛οΈ Option 3: White River State Park Underground Parking Garage
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Located in front of the Indiana State Museum.
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Credit cards accepted! 💳
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Parking rates vary.
🅿οΈ Option 4: Street Parking
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Find your favorite available parking meter nearby!
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Posted parking rates and restrictions apply.
🍀 SHAMROCKIN' TIP: Arrive EARLY to find parking, grab your 5K swag and get ready to RUN β’ WALK β’ DRINK β’ ROCK! 🎸🍺
🍻 PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY! Plan ahead for a designated driver or rideshare if you'll be enjoying the beer and concert festivities! 💚
A: HECK YES! Let's Talk SHAMROCKIN' 5K SWAG! 🍀🍺🎉
You must be registered for the Shamrock Beer Run/Walk 5K to receive our awesome race swag!
👕 T-Shirt Included! Choose our super-soft ringspun T-shirt with your 5K registration!
🍀 Hoodie Upgrade! Want to stay extra cozy? Upgrade to our Shamrockin' Hoodie during registration!
💰 SAVE $8 β No Shirt or Hoodie! Don't need another shirt? Choose the No Shirt/No Hoodie option and save $8! You'll STILL receive your awesome spinning finisher's medal with bottle opener! 🏅🍻
🎸 CONCERT ONLY TICKETS: Does NOT include a finisher's medal, T-shirt or hoodie. Concert admission only!
🍀 Run It. Walk It. Earn That Medal. ROCK OUT! 🍻🎸🎤
A: HECK YES! Let the Shamrockin' FUN Begin! 🍀🎸🍻
Both 5K registration and Concert Only Tickets will be available on event day UNLESS WE SELL OUT FIRST! 🎉
🍀 5K Participants: We strongly recommend registering EARLY to guarantee your spot in your preferred starting wave and snag your Shamrockin' swag!
🎸 Concert-Goers: Don't wait until the last minute! Grab your tickets early to guarantee your spot to ROCK OUT with HENRY LEE SUMMER LIVE! 🎤🍺
🍀 Remember... The Early Leprechaun Gets the BEER, and the Late Leprechaun Might Miss the PARTY! 😂🍻🎸
A: HECK YES! Friends Don't Let Friends Miss Their Shamrockin' Swag! 🍀👕🏅
📱 We will email your 5K Registration QR Code approximately 2 days before race day!
🍀 Simply share your QR code with the friend or family member picking up your packet!
🎟οΈ They'll show your QR code at 5K Packet Pickup, and we'll scan it to check you in and hand over your Shamrockin' swag!
🍻 One QR Code Per Registered 5K Participant!
Easy Peasy, Shamrockin' Breezy! 🍀🎸🎉
A: NOPE! But Here's the GOOD NEWS β There's NOTHING to Pick Up! 🍀🍻🎉
🎟οΈ Your Concert Ticket QR Code IS Your Ticket!
📱 Simply show your QR code on your smartphone or bring a printed copy.
🪪 Each concert attendee must personally check in at the ID & Security Check-In Line to enter the BeerFest & Concert Stage Area.
🍀 Don't Forget Your Valid Photo ID! This is a 21+ ONLY event!
🎸🍺 No Ticket Pickup Needed β Just SCAN IN & ROCK OUT with HENRY LEE SUMMER! 🍀🎤