Oktoberfest 5K Run Trail Race @ Boal City Brewing takes place at Boal City Brewing in Boalsburg, Pennsylvania on October 4, 2026. The event offers a 0.3-mile trail running distance and starts at 10:30 AM. Entry fees range from $15 to $35. This short trail format makes it accessible for runners of varying abilities looking for a casual race experience. The venue's brewery location means post-race refreshments are on-site, a practical consideration for athletes planning their day. Whether you're using this as a warm-up effort or incorporating it into a weekend trip, the modest distance and reasonable entry price point keep logistics straightforward. Boalsburg is in central Pennsylvania's rural landscape, offering a different setting than typical urban 5K courses.
From the Race Organizer
Third Annual Boal City Oktoberfest 5K Trail Race Get ready for a 5 K trail run on Sunday, October 4th , during the heart of Oktoberfest and peak fall foliage! For the most elite runners out there, get ready to push your limits and challenge yourself to the max. If you're 12 years old or younger, you can run with your friends and parents on the Mini Monster Trail Loop. (.04 less than 1/2 mile) As a bonus, all participants 21 and older receive a brew to keep the spirit alive long after the run. Awards will be given after the race. Come out and join the fun and competition. Parking Information Parking is only available at Boal City Brewery, 235 Old Boalsburg Ave Boalsburg Pa 16827. Pedestrians are advised to take extra care when crossing any streets, especially if accompanied by small children. All roads will be open to traffic, so please do not park along the streets in Boalsburg or in the nearby neighborhoods. Packet Pick Up Packet pick-up will be available race morning for 45 minutes, from 9:45-10:30. Mini Monster Trail Loop will pick up and will be available from 10:00-10:20. Race Day Schedule 9:45 packet pick up begins. 10:20 Race safety meeting all Mini Monster Trail loop and parents report to the start on Old Boalsburg Road at the race Arch. 10:30 Race registration closes promptly. 10:30 Start of Mini Monster Trail Loop 10:55 Race safety meeting all 5K Athletes report to the start. 11:00 Start of the Oktoberfest 5K Trail Race 12:15 5K and Costume Award Ceremony Awards For the overall race winners, there will be a first, second, and third place for both males and females. The first-place male and female winners will engrave their names on the trophy. This trophy will be kept at Boal City Brewery. Overall, winners are not eligible for age group awards. There will also be age group awards for males and females, with the top three in each age division being recognized. The age divisions are as follows: 29 and Under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up. The overall awards will be determined by gun time, while the age group awards will be determined by chip time. Mini Monster Loop will be timed with awards for everyone at 12:15. Course Description On the race day, all participants can easily follow the marked trail. The Oktoberfest 5k trail race will kick off outback Boal City Brewery. As soon as the start "gun" goes off, the race will begin along the gravel driveway of the 200-year-old Boal Estate Mansion. You will pass beneath ancient oak and maple trees and continue past Columbus Chapel on your left. The first part of the run will take you through recently cut farm fields that offer stunning views of the fall foliage. The trails are smooth and flowy, and they will take you through the Stan Yoder Preserve natural area and Blue Spring Park, both managed by the Center Region Park and Recreation. It's important to note that this course isn't flat, and you will encounter a few hills along the way. Follow the trail arrows, return to Boal City Brewery as quickly as possible, and enjoy a refreshing cold beer after your race. Beer and adventure make for the perfect combination! https://www.strava.com/routes/3385649922509110830 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43576637
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When is Oktoberfest 5K Run Trail Race @ Boal City Brewing 2026 — Boalsburg, PA?
Oktoberfest 5K Run Trail Race @ Boal City Brewing 2026 — Boalsburg, PA takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Boalsburg, Pennsylvania.
Where is Oktoberfest 5K Run Trail Race @ Boal City Brewing 2026 — Boalsburg, PA held?
Oktoberfest 5K Run Trail Race @ Boal City Brewing 2026 — Boalsburg, PA is held at Boal City Brewing in Boalsburg, Pennsylvania.
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