True for All MMR Events
All ages and abilities are welcome.
Time trial and self seeded start for all triathlons.
Wear your timing chip on your LEFT ankle for triathlons.
Cash/check only on race day registrations.
Upon registration, you agree to the MMR Race Policies.
Women's shirts are fitted and run small; men's are generously sized. Registrations 2 weeks or less from event will receive shirt in the mail 3-4 weeks after race and are not guaranteed requested shirt size; if the requested size is unavailable, the next available size most closely matching the requested size will be substituted.
Price increase reflects the cost of shipping shirt post-race
Results provided by www.frontrunnerusa.com.
Professional photographer will be on site for all races at no additional cost to the participants. Our photographer will make every effort to capture shots of each athlete, but we cannot guarantee that every athlete will be photographed.
10% military discount | Fill out paper registration and include check less 10%
Location
7098 Centerville Rd, Centerville MN 55038
SHAKE YOUR SHAMROCK 5K & 7K
Saturday, March 14, 2026
St. Patrick’s Fun Run in Centerville, MN
Kick off St. Patrick’s Day at Shake Your Shamrock, a flat and fast 5K and 7K in Centerville just north of St. Paul.
Enjoy chip timing, free professional photos, and easy parking by the start line. Walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs are welcome, with an after-party at Kelly’s Korner Bar.
Event Highlights
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Distance Options
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5k | 3.1 mile run
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7k | 4.35 mile run
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FREE Professional photography
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Chip timing
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All finishers receive a custom finisher medal - it's a bottle opener!
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Includes a themed necklace and gold candy coin
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Free parking by race start
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Fast flat course
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Walkers, strollers and leashed dogs' welcome
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Awards ceremony and epic post-race party at Kelly's Korner Bar
Packet Pick-up
Race Morning
Saturday, March 14
10:00am at Kelly's Korner Bar before the race
Your race packet will include all the materials you need for your race: race bib, timing chip, and some fun items like your event shirt (if you selected the shirt option), St Patty's necklace, gold chocolate coin, finisher medal and special offers. Those registered will receive an email on the Monday evening prior to the race with all the details, any course updates, and an age group breakdown by race category.
Race Schedule
10:00am | Registration and packet pick-up opens at Kelly’s Korner Bar
10:50am | Registration closes
10:50am | 7k Athletes assemble at race start
10:55am | 7k Race announcements at race start
11:00am | 7k starts
11:05am | 5k Athletes assemble at race start
11:05am | 5k Race announcements at race start
11:10am | 5k starts
12:00pm | Awards at Kelly’s Korner Bar
Awards
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Top overall male and female athletes
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Top 3 male and female athletes in each age group (19 and Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+)
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place age group winners will receive an age group medal. Overall male and female winners are not eligible for age group awards (no double dipping).
**Must be present to win. If you want your award and can't stay, shipping cost is your responsibility.**
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Top overall male and female athletes
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Top 3 male and female athletes in each age group (19 and Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+)*
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place age group winners will receive an age group award ribbon they will attach to their finisher medal. Overall male and female winners are not eligible for age group awards (no double dipping).
*age groups may be adjusted to 10 year ranges if registration numbers are low
**Must be present to win. If you want your award and can't stay, shipping cost is your responsibility.**
This race is generously sponsored by:
Looking for a St. Patrick’s Day Run Near St. Paul, Minnesota?
Shake Your Shamrock is a festive St. Patrick’s Day run on flat, fast paved trails in Centerville, just north of St. Paul. Choose the 5K or 7K and enjoy a course that works for walkers, first-timers, and competitive runners alike. Free parking is available close to the start and finish, and chip timing plus free professional photography capture your big day. All finishers earn a custom medal that doubles as a bottle opener, along with a themed necklace and gold candy coin. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome, making this a true family fun run. After you cross the line, stick around for awards and an epic post-race party hosted by Kelly’s Korner Bar.
