Event Description
Love Bier & Oktoberfest? Love Running or walking?
Join us for the OKTOBIER 5K run/walk at Busse Woods - South Grove Picnic Grove #5, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
This event will feature the 5K competitive division run only (3.1 miles) starting at 12:00 pm and the recreational 5K division walk, (dog, family, kid friendly) at 1:00 pm.
Registration includes:
- Oktobier 5K T-shirt (Only adult sizes will be available.)
- 1 Beer, N/A beer, root beer drink ticket, water for ages 21+ participants
- Chipped Timed 5K (Competitive division only)
- Age group prizes
- Fun party blasting DJ
- Free photos
- Snacks
- Bottled water or root beer will be available for minors under the age of 21.
- Water station will be available at the finish line and half way of the course.
Packet Pickup: Race day only starting:
- at 11:00 - 11:45 am for the competitive division.
- from 11:00 am - 12:45 pm for the recreational division.
Race Schedule:
- 12:00 pm 5K Competitive Division (Time Chipped 5K)
- 12:45 pm 5K Competitive Division awards ceremony
- 12:30 pm Afternoon party begins - Enjoy Some Beer, N/A Beer, Root beer or water after the 5K run/walk
- 1:00 pm 5K Walk division starts (Dog Friendly, Stroller Friendly, Kid Friendly)
- 3:30 pm Last call
- 4:00 pm That's all folks! Party is over!
Course Map: The race starts and finishes at Busse Woods #Grove 5! The route is on a paved path and features an amazing and scenic course! This is a flat and fast course, great for a PR. Runners and walkers are welcomed to participate!
CLICK HERE TO VIEW AN INTERACTIVE COURSE MAP VERSION
Age Group Awards and More Info:
This event will be offering age group awards! The top 3 finishers in each age category will also receive a custom age group award!
10 Year Categories: 10 -19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over.
There will be an age group ceremony starting at 12:45 pm for the competitive 5K division. Also, please look up your results at www.J3Timing.com after finishing. If you placed top 3 in your category, please visit the award’s area to pick up your award. Thank you!
Charity Partner: To be announced soon!
FAQs:
- Is the race only for 21+? No, minors are welcome to participate and receive a discounted registration that includes a medal and bib (these participants will not receive a beer or N/A beer ticket. Water, Root Beer options for minors and racers.
- Are strollers allowed? You are welcome to use a stroller for this event but only for the recreational 5K walk division starting at 1:00 pm.
- Is walking allowed? Yes! The 5K walk division will start at 1:00 pm
- Is the race dog friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed on a leash please! The 5K doggie walk division will start at 1:00 pm
- I still have questions, who do I contact? If you have a question, please send us an e-mail at Oktobier5K@gmail.com , we would love to hear from you!
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