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Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k

📅 October 2, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Asheville · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (October 3, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

13.1 mi3.1 mi

About

The Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k in Asheville, North Carolina, celebrates fall with craft beer and running on October 2, 2027. The half marathon (13.1 miles / 21.1 km) starts at 7:30 a.m. and the 5K at 7:45 a.m., and both courses are USATF-certified.

The scenic half marathon course winds through some of Asheville's most charming areas, including the lively River Arts District (RAD), historic Montford and West Asheville, and includes more than 8 miles (13 km) of greenway along the French Broad River.

Registration includes a tech T-shirt, a personalized bib, a finisher medal, beer (21+) and chip timing.

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