Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K
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Event Planning
Blue Plate will be catering a private VIP event for the upcoming Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K. This annual road race welcomes thousands of runners who look forward to continuing St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with a fun and lively run through the heart of Chicago.
About the Event
The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K continues to be an extremely popular race among local runners, with more than ninety percent of Shamrock Shuffle participants being from Chicago and its surrounding suburbs!
This is a truly fun race that celebrates running in Chicago. Welcoming runners of all ability levels, from those running their first road race to those with plans to run the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in the fall, this event also hosts the popular Deloitte Team Competition at both the elite and non-elite levels.
Starting and finishing in Grant Park, the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K boasts a one-of-a-kind course, taking runners on a scenic of our downtown Chicago. The race concludes with live music at the traditional post-race party in Grant Park.
Blue Plate Catering at the Shamrock Shuffle
Blue Plate is excited to be involved in this Chicago race tradition! At the bank’s private VIP event, we’ll be serving a delicious menu consisting of:
- A “Build Your Own Yogurt Parfait Bar”
- A wide assortment of Artisan Sandwiches, including:
- Corned Beef, Aged Swiss Cheese, Spicy Brown Mustard, and Creamy Cole Slaw on Caraway Rye Bread
- Smoked Turkey Breast, Avocado, Cucumber, Alfalfa Sprouts, and Tarragon Aioli on Sliced Nine Grain Bread
- And for dessert, a festive Shamrock Green Hand Painted Fondant Cookie
Blue Plate Shamrock Shuffle Team
Blue Plate also has our own team running the race! We currently have over 150 participants on our team, made up of our employees and their friends and family.
Each runner/walker on our team will be presented with a custom-made medal and our very own Shamrock Shuffle T-shirt designed by our marketing team.
Join the Celebration
Looking for an excuse to have some more St. Patrick’s Day fun and the perfect way to kick off running season in Chicago? Sign up for the Shamrock Shuffle! Check out the event website for additional details about the 8K and to register. And be sure to read our post about the best foods to eat on race day to help you prepare for an awesome race.
If you’re interested in having us cater an upcoming event, find out more about our catering services and contact us to discuss your needs. We’d love to work with you!