Itasca Oktoberfast 5K 2026 — Itasca, IL

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Itasca, IL
Venue
Wesley G. Usher Memorial Park
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $39.00
Events
Itasca Oktoberfast 5K
Includes
Short Sleeve T-Shirt
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Join us for the SIXTEENTH annual running of the Itasca Runners Club's Oktoberfast 5K The chip-timed race follows a fast and scenic neighborhood route through Itasca, IL, with a downhill finish into Usher Park for a post-race party with music, food, drinks, and awards. The Oktoberfast 5k is proudly presented by the Itasca Runners Club which is a non-profit organization and a member of Road Runners of America, a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Proceeds from the Itasca OktoberFast 5K benefits local organizations that are dedicated to providing support to families and individuals in need by providing food, emergency assistance, mentoring, or financial assistance to promote healthy, active, and productive lifestyles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Itasca Oktoberfast 5K 2026 — Itasca, IL?

Itasca Oktoberfast 5K 2026 — Itasca, IL takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Itasca, Illinois.

Where is Itasca Oktoberfast 5K 2026 — Itasca, IL held?

Itasca Oktoberfast 5K 2026 — Itasca, IL is held at Wesley G. Usher Memorial Park in Itasca, Illinois.

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