Watch the 2026 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle LIVE

NBC Chicago to offer live coverage of the annual running event

Mar. 22, 2026 at 1:06pm

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The 2026 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, an annual running event that kicks off Chicago's outdoor running season, will take place on Sunday morning. NBC Chicago will provide live coverage of the race, including the wheelchair start at 8:20 a.m. and the main race starting at 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. for the two waves of runners. The race will be streamed live on NBC Chicago's website and app, as well as Telemundo Chicago's digital platforms.

Why it matters

The Shamrock Shuffle is a beloved annual tradition that brings thousands of runners to the streets of Chicago, marking the unofficial start of the city's outdoor running season. The live coverage allows fans and participants to follow the action from anywhere.

The details

The race will start and finish in Grant Park, with closures on major downtown streets like Columbus Drive, Grand Avenue, State Street, and Wacker Drive. More than 20,000 runners are expected to participate in the event.

  • The wheelchair race will start at 8:20 a.m.
  • Wave 1 of the main race will start at 8:30 a.m.
  • Wave 2 of the main race will start at 9 a.m.

The players

NBC Chicago

The local NBC television station in Chicago that will provide live coverage of the Shamrock Shuffle.

Telemundo Chicago

The local Telemundo television station in Chicago that will also offer live streaming options for the Shamrock Shuffle.

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The takeaway

The Shamrock Shuffle is a beloved annual tradition that kicks off Chicago's outdoor running season, and the live coverage from NBC Chicago and Telemundo Chicago allows fans and participants to follow the action from anywhere.