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Nik’s Wish is enriching the lives of young adults fighting cancer by providing their families happy memories filled with laughter and smiles. We have helped over 400 young adults since our inception in 2012 thanks to the support of generous donors and volunteers that help support our mission!
About the Shamrock Beer 5k
Join us for beer, running, beer, walking, beer, stumbling, beer & partying at Sportscore One again this year!
Post Race Party will be Indoors again this year!
Festivities begin Saturday, March 14th at 12:00pm at the Sportscore One!
All registered participants get a souvenir beer glass, Magical Shamrock Beer Run T-shirt and an event medal for completing the course
This is a race course like no other!
We feature 5 local craft breweries along the course route, so participants receive an (optional) 3 ounce sample from each brewery along the route, and are greeted with a 16oz pint of their favorite choice at the finish line!
This race benefits the Nikolas Ritschel Foundation. Please consider visiting our website to learn more about the great things they do for young adults battling cancer.
We will have Grammy's Shamrock Online Auction again this year!
The Online Auction opens on Wednesday, March 4th and closes on race day at 2 PM.
See the items in person during early packet pick up on Friday evening and on race day.
Don't miss out, register to bid now and get ready to find great deals and help BRING JOY to young adults battling cancer!
FUND THE GAP.
We believe that fighting cancer is not only a physical battle but also an emotional battle that can be helped through loving support.
Unfortunately, most pediatric cancer support programs age out at 18, leaving the gap for college-aged (18-24) young adults fighting cancer.
Nik found this gap and with your help, we can fill it!
You are helping us fund wishes in waiting!
Race Swag!
Pizza will be provided thanks to Pizza Hut!
Donations will be welcomed at the event.
Important Event Information
Packet Pickup Information
EARLY PACKET PICK UP
Wednesday, March 11th 4-7pm
Pig Minds Brewing Company
4080 Steele Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115
Friday, March 13th 4-7pm
Sportscore One
1288 Elmwood Rd., Rockford, IL 61103
Race Day Pickup - Starts at 11am at Sportscore One
If possible, we recommend skipping the lines day of & joining us at an early pick up!
COURSE MAP
This is a fast and flat course, but there are some speed bumps every kilometer. The course features (optional) beer stops hosted by our 5 local breweries. Stop in and grab a sample glass every kilometer along the route.
Any questions? Contact us today!
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