Oktoberfest Half Marathon

The Oktoberfest Half Marathon is a celebration of beer and running. Festive costumes are welcome, but not required. There will be additional awards for costumes. Finisher’s medal, chip timed race, short-sleeved technical T-shirt, beer, collectible participant BIB are included in the cost of participating in the race.

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Race Info

The roads will not be completely closed for the entire course, so runners should keep to the right and pay attention to the course direction arrows. No dogs or baby carriages are allowed on the half marathon course. Dogs and strollers at the 5K race are allowed, but must start at the back of the group. At the half marathon course will be 7 aid stations, at 5K – 2 aid stations.

The top 3 overall, best masters (40+), best grand masters (50+) among men and women will receive custom engraved Oktoberfest beer mugs and gift certificates. The runner must be over 21 years old and have a beer ticket on the BIB to exchange it for beer.

The time limit for the half marathon distance is 3 hours, the 5K -1 hour.

Race Date

September 28, 2024.

Location

Hi-Wire entrance gate right off Lyman Ave, North Carolina US 27616

Directions

Distances

  • Half marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 5K

Starting Time

  • 7:30 AM – half marathon
  • 7:45 AM – 5K

Entry Fees

  • $75 and up – half marathon
  • $45 and up – 5K

Course Map

You can find the course map and description here: oktoberfesthalfmarathon.com

Registration

Sign up for the Oktoberfest Half Marathon at raceroster.com.

Official Race Website

Always refer to the official website for the latest race information: oktoberfesthalfmarathon.com.

Social Media

You can find the race on Facebook if you want to learn more about the event.

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Related Events

If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Half Marathons Calendar. You may also like to participate in other races in September.

More races in North Carolina: 5K10KHalf MarathonsMarathonsUltra Marathons, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M

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