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OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K
OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K is a 5K and 8K event held in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It was last held on September 26, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 500 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Field size
- ~500 runners
Race details
- Last held
- September 26, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Distances
- 5K, 8K
- Field size
- About 500 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
About the OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K
We are really excited!! We have brought back the great event from last year and have made it even better!! We have added an additional distance to chose from: an 8K!! ...and of course, Oktoberfest wouldn't be complete without some bier! Enjoy one of two race distances around Riverside Park. The routes will be a closed course on the beautiful paths. Participants will receive a tech shirt, finishers medal free entry into the festival, and a free bier or wine! You can't miss out on this great even…
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OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K: common questions
- When is the OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K held?
- In Grand Rapids, Michigan.
- What distances does the OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K offer?
- 5K and 8K.
- How many people run the OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K?
- About 500 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 OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the OktoberfestGR Bier Stein 5K and 8K?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $45 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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