NOTE: NBC Chicago will offer a live feed of the race beginning at 8:20 a.m. Sunday. Watch live in the player above.
The 2026 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle is set to step off in Grant Park, bringing thousands of runners into Chicago for the unofficial kickoff to the year’s outdoor running season.
NBC Chicago is offering live coverage of the event, which is expected to draw more than 20,000 runners to the streets of the city.
Here’s what you can expect for Sunday’s event.
What time does the Shamrock Shuffle start?
Wheelchair racers will begin the event starting at 8:20 a.m.
Wave 1 of the race will get underway at 8:30 a.m., with Wave 2 getting underway at 9 a.m.
Where can I stream the race?
NBC Chicago will offer a live feed of the race beginning at 8:20 a.m. Sunday. Coverage will include in-race coverage, then will transition to finish line coverage at 8:45 a.m.
The station’s livestream, available on its website and the NBC Chicago app, will show runners crossing the finish line until 11 a.m.
Telemundo Chicago’s website and app will also offer streaming options.
Which streets are closed for the race?
According to Chicago officials, highly trafficked roads like Columbus Drive, Grand Avenue, State Street and Wacker Drive will also be closed as part of the race.
A full list of street closures can be found here.
Where is the Shamrock Shuffle?
The start line of the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle is located in Grant Park at the intersection of Monroe Drive and Columbus Drive.
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