Raven Run 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run for St. Benedict German Festival – Elberta, AL 2026

This super fun event returns to kick off the St. Benedict Catholic School's German Festival! The One Mile Fun Run/Walk will kick off at 8:00 AM. The 5K Raven Run/Walk begins at 8:30 AM. Both races begin at St. Benedict Catholic School, 12786 Illinois Street Elberta, AL 36530, and are a 1 mile and 3.1 mile "out and back" course. Water is supplied on the course at the turn around point. Delicious German sausage, beer, and great prizes await participants at the post party! So don your lederhosen or dirndl, come fill your stein and join us at the Raven Run! Prost y’all! WHY RACE? All Runners/walkers receive: * Free Finisher Medal at race end * Free Wetzel Pretzel ticket * Free Drink ticket (Gatorade, Soda, Beer/Wine; must be 21+ to redeem ticket for alcoholic beverages) * You get to run / walk with your friends! * You will be supporting St. Benedict School! * It's a super fun race! *German Fest T-shirts will be available for purchase at the race. SCHEDULE: Online Registration Closes 4/25/2