The Chili Bowl Classic is a 1-mile running event held in Cleveland, Ohio on February 20, 2027. The race starts at 9:30 AM at Hofbräuhaus Cleveland. Entry fees range from $15 to $40 depending on registration timing and options. This shorter distance makes it accessible for runners of various fitness levels, from those building base mileage to experienced athletes looking for a quick early-season effort. The February date in Cleveland means typical winter conditions, so plan accordingly. The venue location at a brewhaus suggests post-race amenities on site, though you'll want to confirm exact packet pickup and course logistics directly with race organizers.
From the Race Organizer
Join the area’s finest runners for the 40th anniversary of this classic race and enjoy tasty chili made by Cleveland’s finest Firefighters and Police Officers! The 5k course is a relatively flat and fast and the chili is hot and delicious and the atmosphere electric – ensuring a fun and memorable experience for all runners and walkers! Date and Time February 20, 2027 9:30am Location Hofbräuhaus Cleveland 1550 Chester Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114 Registration Fee's Runner's Package: Early Bird Special – $30 – thru November 29 Regular Registration – $35.00 – December 1 thru February 11 Late Registration – $40.00 – February 12 thru Race Day Spectator Package: $15.00 – No race – no shirt. Includes a choice of mug and a taste of the finest chili in Cleveland! Stein Holding Contest: $10.00 This is a separate event and does not include your entry into the race or race shirt. All money goes towards the Cleveland Police and Fire Department’s charities. Male and Female winners will receive a $50 Hofbräuhaus gift card. Refunds and Transfers: Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once we’ve received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to other people, and entry fees are not transferable to the next year’s race or any other race. You are able to transfer your entry to another person in your RunSignUp profile. Just log in and look for the race. There will be an option to transfer. There will be NO transfers on race day! If you were unable to attend, you can pick up your shirt at one of the packet pickup locations prior to the race or from our office after the race – we do not mail shirts. Please call the office ahead of time to let us know that you are coming. Hermes Sports & Events 2425 West 11th Street Suite #2 Cleveland Ohio 44113 Race Day Schedule 8:00am: Registration and packet pickup begin inside the Hofbrauhaus Cleveland, 1550 Chester Avenue, Cleveland 44114, breakfast and beer specials for purchase begin 9:30am: 5K starts 10:30am: Top finishers announced 11:00am: Beer stein holding contest Race starts and finishes on Chester Avenue just past E. 18th. Once you finish, enjoy delicious chili made by Cleveland’s Finest Cleveland Police and Fire departments!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for February 20.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cleveland, 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
When is Chili Bowl Classic 5K 2027 — Cleveland, OH?
Chili Bowl Classic 5K 2027 — Cleveland, OH takes place on February 20, 2027. The race is held in Cleveland, Ohio.
Where is Chili Bowl Classic 5K 2027 — Cleveland, OH held?
Chili Bowl Classic 5K 2027 — Cleveland, OH is held at Hofbräuhaus Cleveland in Cleveland, Ohio.
Where can I find hotels near Chili Bowl Classic 5K 2027 — Cleveland, OH?
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