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Shamrock Race to the Cross

📅 June 26, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Effingham · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (June 27, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

6.2 mi3.1 mi1 mi

About

The Shamrock Race to the Cross is an annual event in Effingham, Illinois, held at Sacred Heart School on June 26, 2027. It offers a 10K (6.2 miles), a 5K (3.1 miles) and a 1-mile (1.6 km) race, including fun runs.

The race is traditionally part of the parish picnic weekend, and all proceeds go to Sacred Heart School.

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