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2026 Shamrock'n Race 5K, 7M & Half Marathon

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calendar_today 15 Mar, 2026

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sell $59.17 – $86.10

About the Event

Celebrate two decades of St. Patrick's Day running amidst pristine wilderness at the 20th Annual Shamrock'n Race in Burnaby on Sunday, March 15, 2026. This beloved event offers a choice of a 5k, a unique 7-mile, or a half marathon, all circling the stunning glacial-formed Burnaby Lake on scenic trails teeming with wildlife. For the 2026 edition, the course will be run in the opposite direction, offering a fresh challenge and a new chance to chase a personal best on the peaceful, car-free paths.

Dress in your best green for a festive atmosphere that combines a love for running with the beauty of a protected regional park. With a pre-race warm-up, staggered start times, and a three-hour course limit for the half marathon, the event is meticulously organized by Try Events for participants of all levels. Secure your spot for a morning where community, nature, and healthy competition come together in a vibrant urban oasis.

Races Offered

5K Shamrock'n Race Walk, Jog, Run

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$59.17

7 Mile Shamrock'n Race Jog or Run

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 11.3K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$64.56

Half Marathon Shamrock'n

Mar 15, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$86.10

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Burnaby.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 2.3° / 10.8°
wb_sunny -1.0° / 8.2°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 6.9 /
water_drop 81.7%

About Burnaby

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Burnaby is a suburb of Vancouver. It was incorporated in 1892 and achieved City status in 1992. In the first 30 to 40 years after its incorporation, the growth of Burnaby was influenced by its location between expanding urban centres of Vancouver and New Westminster. It first served as a rural agricultural area supplying nearby markets. Later, it served as an important transportation corridor between Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and the Interior of the Province.

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