This Virginia Beach tradition has a race distance for every goal: Marathon, Half Marathon, 8K, and challenges. No matter the distance, you’ll experience the best of Coastal Virginia on our flat, fast, and scenic course before you cross the finish line overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The party continues after the race at our post race celebration on the beach with Yuengling Beer and live music.
ONE WEEKEND.
DOUBLE THE GLORY.
TRIPLE THE MEDALS.
Run, run and run some more with our Whale and Dolphin challenges. Run the 8k on Saturday and either the full marathon or half marathon on Sunday. Extend the Shamrock fun with additional races and take on the Beach Bum Challenge or the Coastal Virginia Half Marathon Series.
Paddy On! 
Steps from the finish line, head straight into the legendary post-race beach party where the sand transforms into the biggest dance floor in Virginia Beach. Under a football field-sized tent, you’ll find live music, towering cup stacks, and thousands of runners celebrating the miles together. Kick off your running shoes, raise a cup, and keep the party going long after you cross the finish line.
JOIN US FOR THE 55TH RUNNING OF THE YUENGLING SHAMROCK MARATHON WEEKEND!
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