Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K 2026 — Tuscaloosa, AL

Date
October 3, 2026
Location
Tuscaloosa, AL
Venue
2106 Sixth St (Government Plaza)
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $45.00
Events
Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K - presented by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International - benefiting the American Cancer Society
Includes
T-Shirt
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Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K : Presented by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Race Start Time: 8:00am CDT Race End Time: 9:00am CDT (located at race start) With your registration to this event, you will receive: Full Participation in the 5K Oktoberfest 5K T-shirt Oktoberfest Event Beer Stein One Complimentary Beer from Oktoberfest Vendor (ages 21+) * Donations in addition to your race fee can be made during registration or at any time by selecting the "Donate" page on the side menu. Any donation made during registration that is over $50 will be used to cover your registration fee! * Any fundraiser who raises at least $50 will have their entire registration fee refunded!! * The Oktoberfest 5k is a proud partner of the Tuscaloosa Runners' Championship (TRC), presented by Fleet Feet Tuscaloosa. The TRC is a season-long competitive series connecting seven local races from October through May, where runners earn points at each event toward a citywide leaderboard. Every finisher earns points, an

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K 2026 — Tuscaloosa, AL?

Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K 2026 — Tuscaloosa, AL takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Where is Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K 2026 — Tuscaloosa, AL held?

Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K 2026 — Tuscaloosa, AL is held at 2106 Sixth St (Government Plaza) in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

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