CHICAGO (March 27, 2008) - On Sunday, March 30, 30,000 runners and walkers will line up to participate in the 29th annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle. Locally recognized as Chicago's official rite of spring and the beginning of the outdoor running and walking season, the 8K run and 5K Fitness Walk will draw thousands to the downtown area for a day of celebration.

"We are proud and excited to continue this great spring tradition in Chicago," said Bank of America Illinois President David Rudis. "A fun event for athletes and casual walkers of all ages, the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle illustrates Bank of America's ongoing commitment to the Chicago community."

The 8K course will take nearly 28,000 runners on a tour of Chicago's downtown area, starting and finishing in Grant Park while the 2,000 walkers enjoy a morning stroll along the lakeshore. All participants, their guests and Chicagoans are invited to celebrate the occasion at the Bank of America Post-Race Party on Buckingham Fountain immediately following the conclusion of the race.

Leading up to the event, the Bank of America Health & Fitness Expo will welcome more than 50,000 visitors to Navy Pier on Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29. More than 80 exhibitors will feature official 2008 Shamrock Shuffle merchandise and the latest in running, fitness and nutrition.

A complete schedule of events and street closures to accommodate the road race follow. More information and details are available at shamrockshuffle.com

Bank of America Health & Fitness Expo Navy Pier Festival Hall A Friday, March 28 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday, March 29 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Transportation and Parking:
Free transportation to the Expo is available via a trolley that will run between the intersection of State and Lake Streets and Navy Pier during Expo hours. Discounted Navy Pier parking vouchers are available to all Expo attendees at a flat rate of $10. Vouchers are available just inside the Expo entrance.

Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K Run & 5K Fitness Walk Sunday, March 30
9:30 a.m. 8K Race Start (Columbus Drive & Jackson Boulevard)
10 a.m. 5K Fitness Walk Start (Columbus Drive & Jackson Boulevard)
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Bank of America Post-Race Party (Buckingham Fountain)

For more information on street closures, visit www.shamrockshuffle.com/streetclosures.

Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle
The 29th annual Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle will officially usher in the Chicago running season on Sunday, March 30, 2008 with an 8K run through the city and 5K fitness walk along the lakeshore. Beginning and ending in historic Grant Park, the 8K provides an abbreviated preview of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon course as it circles the city's stunning downtown architecture. 5K walkers are treated to a scenic stroll along the shores of Lake Michigan in the shadow of the magnificent city skyline. Online registration for both events closed on February 4, 2008 when the 30,000 participant capacity was reached. The entire Chicago community is invited to celebrate along the 8K course or sign up to volunteer.

For more information, visit www.shamrockshuffle.com>.