Shamrock Shuffle To Bring Hundreds To The Streets Of Newtown

NEWTOWN, PA — The Shamrock Shuffle 5K returns to the streets of Newtown Borough on Saturday, March 14, at 9 a.m. with plenty of spirited Irish fun.

“We can’t wait for race day,” said Christine Edmonds, president of the Newtown-based "A Love for Life," which benefits from race proceeds. The nonprofit raises funds for pancreatic cancer research at Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center in Philadelphia.

"We are so thankful and excited to be the charity partner for the Newtown Shamrock Shuffle 5K again for 2026," said Edmonds. "Our decade-long connection with Always Advancing/Boss Events has helped us raise over a million dollars for our dedicated team of pancreatic cancer researchers at the Abramson Cancer Center."

In addition to receiving a percentage of the registration fee, participants have the option of raising additional funds in honor of someone they love. It’s as simple as sharing the nonprofit's website www.aloveforlife.us with family and friends who can donate any amount they wish.

"This is one of the most fun days in Newtown Borough, and there’s so much swag - a cool race shirt, custom finisher medal, and lots of perks at local establishments after the race through the end of March," said Edmonds.

And best of all, said Edmonds, everyone is Irish for the day.

Claire Pfansteil of Newtown was the first female to cross the finish line in 2025.

Ready for the race in 2025. (Jeff Werner/Patch)

Registrants receive a limited edition long-sleeved 2026 race shirt, custom medal, and complimentary drinks at local spots. There will be live music and food specials at the after-party at the Temperance House, with a Stateside Vodka "Shamrock Sunshine” cocktail donated by Funding America Mortgage. There are also special offers and discounts at many local Newtown establishments for participants.

More information about the 5K and registration link is available by clicking here.