What will the weather be like in Virginia Beach in March?
The average high is 59 degrees and the average low is 40 degrees in March.
Do I need my ID for the post-race party?
/in Race Information /by jandaraceYes, you will need your ID, no matter your age, to be given an authorized wristband. Your race bib will serve as your ticket for the beer and food at the post-race celebration.
Will there be an awards ceremony? What are the award categories?
/in Operation Smile Shamrock Final Mile, Race Information /by jandaraceIn an effort to keep the emphasis on fitness and fun, individual awards will not be given out for the Operation Smile Shamrock Final Mile. For distances 8K and greater, awards will be mailed out 4-6 weeks after the event once results are verified, etc.
Where will my results be posted?
/in Race Information /by jandaraceYou can look up your results HERE after the race.
Is there a dry bag check?
/in Race Information /by jandaraceYes. You must use the clear bag you receive at packet pick-up. For security reasons, no other bags will be accepted.
Drop Off:
Yuengling Shamrock Marathon & Anthem Shamrock Half Marathon Dry Bag Trucks:
Between 38th and 40th Streets on Atlantic
TowneBank Shamrock 8K Dry Bag:
Dry bag tent located at 28th Street between the boardwalk and bike path (oceanfront side).
Pick Up:
For the Half Marathon and Marathon, the Dry Bag Trucks will be located just past the finish line on the boardwalk.
For the 8K, the dry bags will be in the tent where you drop them off.
You must pick your dry bag up immediately upon finishing the race. We will not hold dry bags past your race cutoff time. Any dry bags not picked up by the cutoff for your event will be returned to the J&A Racing offices.
Will there be porta potties on the course?
/in Race Information /by jandaraceAbsolutely! Porta potties will be located at the Start area, Finish area and at water stops along the course.
Will there be hydration and energy gels on the course?
/in Race Information /by jandaraceNuun Hydration will be available on course at each aid station for the Marathon and Half Marathon.
GU Energy Gels will be available on the Half Marathon and Marathon course at Mile 5. It will be available again for the Marathon near mile 19.
We encourage you to train with these brands before the race if you plan on using the drinks and gels on the course.
What are the event start dates and times?
/in General Information /by jandaraceMarch 15, 2025
TowneBank Shamrock 8K: 7:30 AM
Leprechaun Dash: 10:30 AM
Operation Smile Shamrock Final Mile: 11 AM
March 16, 2025
Yuengling Shamrock Marathon & Anthem Shamrock Half Marathon: 7:30 AM
Where can we park for the races?
/in General Information /by jandaraceWe encourage you to arrive early and bring cash for parking – Many lots will only accept cash on race day!
There is parking at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, and private lots at 21st and 23rd. There is also street parking in the area.
See the parking map HERE.
Can I register on race day?
/in Registration Information /by jandaraceNo. The last chance to register is the day before your event. Registration will close one hour before the Sports & Fitness Expo closes. You must pick up your race packet prior to race day.
Registration will be available as long the race has not sold out.
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