RACE INFO: The Schützenfest Bier Dash is an untimed, non-competitive fun run, and is the newest addition to Schützenfest, America’s Longest Running German Fest - Seit 1866! The Bier Dash starts at 7:30 PM on Friday, June 19th, 2026 following Schützenfest’s opening ceremonies. Participants will enjoy a scenic route through Kolping’s Biergarten and beautiful wooded grounds, creating a one-of-a-kind Schützenfest experience. Along the way, runners can cool off with two beer stations on the course. Staging Area – Just behind our outdoor Pavilion Stage, following completion of the opening ceremonies. Participants are asked to begin to assemble by 7:00 PM, a half hour before the starting time. All proceeds go to charitable causes. REGISTRATION: $30 registration fee if signed up between now and Monday, June 1st, 2026 at midnight. $40 from Tuesday, June 2nd (12:01am) to race time on Friday, June 19th at 7:30pm. No Refunds will be issued – Event takes place rain or shine. We will only be accepti
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 19.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cincinnati, OH.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
