Maryland · 5 Miles
Oktoberfest 5-Miler
Oktoberfest 5-Miler is a 5 Miles event held in Columbia, Maryland. It was last held on October 25, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 3,475 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Columbia, MD
- Field size
- ~3,475 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 25, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Columbia, Maryland
- Distances
- 5 Miles
- Field size
- About 3,475 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM EDT
About the Oktoberfest 5-Miler
Join us for the 2026 Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra in Howard County! Celebrate this fall tradition with a beautiful course that winds around Columbia's scenic Lake Elkhorn, great swag, and an awesome post-race party at Black Flag Brewing Co.! A portion of the race proceeds benefits Bridges to Housing Stability in Howard County. This race SELLS OUT, so register early and secure your spot!
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Oktoberfest 5-Miler: common questions
- When is the Oktoberfest 5-Miler?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Oktoberfest 5-Miler held?
- In Columbia, Maryland.
- What distances does the Oktoberfest 5-Miler offer?
- 5 Miles.
- How many people run the Oktoberfest 5-Miler?
- About 3,475 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Oktoberfest 5-Miler?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Oktoberfest 5-Miler?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $60 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What time does the Oktoberfest 5-Miler start?
- 8:00 AM EDT.
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