Yuengling Shamrock Marathon

Yuengling Shamrock Marathon is a flat Virginia Beach road marathon with oceanfront energy, big local support, and a fast Boston-qualifying course.

Next race2027 date TBD
LocationVirginia Beach, Virginia
Boston qualifierYes
Official siteRegisterResults

Yuengling Shamrock Marathon quick facts

  • Oldest continuously running road race in Virginia Beach.
  • Flat, fast road marathon with real PR and BQ appeal.
  • Boston-qualifying marathon with certification VA26004RT.
  • 7:30 a.m. start and 7-hour-30-minute cutoff.
  • Big race-weekend atmosphere and a beachside post-race celebration.

What is the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon?

Yuengling Shamrock Marathon is the centerpiece road race of Virginia Beach's Shamrock weekend and one of the region's most established spring marathons. It has enough size and crowd support to feel like an event, but the main draw is straightforward: a flat course, steady energy, and a legitimate BQ shot.

Yuengling Shamrock Marathon course route

The marathon starts at 42nd Street and Atlantic Avenue and stays true to the race’s reputation: flat, fast, and built for consistent pacing. Expect a road course with long runnable stretches, steady crowd support, and enough oceanfront exposure that wind can matter more than elevation.

Weather for the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon

Late March in Virginia Beach usually means cool temperatures and at least some chance of wind off the ocean. That keeps overheating out of the equation for most runners, but gusts and long exposed stretches can still reshape pacing plans.

Past Yuengling Shamrock Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, March 22, 2026CompletedOpen results
2025Saturday, March 15, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024Saturday, March 16, 2024CompletedOpen results
Open all Yuengling Shamrock Marathon results

Yuengling Shamrock Marathon FAQ

When is the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon?

We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Yuengling Shamrock Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

How do I register for the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon?

You can register for the Yuengling Shamrock Marathon at letsdothis.com.