The 8K course is flat and fast, making it the perfect place for a first race, a PR (personal record), and a fun experience. Participants will enjoy spectators and entertainment along the course as well as a festive finish line celebration.
Course Information
Expect thousands of spectators to cheer you on throughout this scenic course in the heart of the Virginia Beach resort area. The TowneBank Shamrock 8K finishes on the world famous Virginia Beach Boardwalk, just past the majestic figure of King Neptune, and with the beautiful Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop. A Shamrockin’ post-race party on the beach awaits all finishers and guests.
2020 Finisher Medal
Water Stops
Water stops will be located at approximately miles 1.5 and 3.
Race Perks
- Two-day Sports & Fitness Expo
- Finish Line Celebration with Live Entertainment
- Yuengling included in your registration
- Irish Stew from Murphy’s Irish Pub included in your registration
- Technical race shirts
- Unique bottle opener Medal for all finishers
- 2021 Finisher Item: COMING SOON
Quick Facts
- 7:30 am at 30th Street and Pacific Avenue
- Minimum age: 5
- Dogs are not permitted
- Course Time Limit: 2 hours
- The participant limit is 10,000 runners
- Course Certification #VA19014RT
Course Records
Men’s Record
23:54, Silas Frantz, 2017
Women’s Record
27:14, Susanna Sullivan, 2015
