Oktoberfest Run Green 8K

Event News

"One lucky runner will be chosen at random to receive a trip for two to Germany. Everyone who registers for the race will be entered in the drawing, and you do not have to be present to win."

Affiliated Charities

The nOg Run Club, 501(c)3 charity organization dedicated to promoting charity and charitable awareness among runners and walkers of all abilities in the Triangle.

Wake Enterprises, 501(c)3 charity organization whose mission is to assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their maximum level of independence

For every $25 donation, you receive one entry into the raffle for the trip to Germany!

Race Description

The nOg Run Club, creators of the fairly epic St. Paddy’s Run Green 8K, invite you to join us for the inaugural running of Oktoberfest Run Green 8K. Don your lederhosen for an afternoon of running and eco-friendly fun in downtown Raleigh. Each registered runner gets a free beer after the run, a chance to win a free trip for two to Germany, and the after party in Moore Square will be chock full of good music and great times!

Pricing Information

Oktoberfest Run Green 8K Pricing:

Before 04/01/2013
Individual: $25.00

Before 08/26/2013
Individual: $30.00

Before 10/16/2013
Individual: $35.00

After 10/16/2013
Individual: $40.00

The last day to register online for the Oktoberfest Run Green 8K is Wednesday, October 16, 2013. On-site registration may be available if this event is not full, but your best bet is to register online.

DONATE ONLY Pricing:

There is no fee to register online for the DONATE ONLY. The last day to register is Wednesday, October 16, 2013. On-site registration may be available if this event is not full, but your best bet is to register online.

Race Day Information

- strollers start at the back of the pack
- no pets allowed on the course

Packet Pickup

Thursday, October 17, 4 p.m. -- 7 p.m. at Fleet Feet Raleigh, 3532 Wade Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27607

Friday, October 18, 4 p.m. -- 7 p.m. at Tir Na nOg Irish Pub, 218 S. Blount St., Raleigh, NC 27601

Saturday October 19, 12 - 2:15 pm at Moore Square 218 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC

Race Amenities

Sex-specific tech shirts from XS -- XXL
Shirts are not guaranteed for race day registrations
Free beer with koozie to every runner
After party with games and live music

Maps

Course Map

Race Categories

Awards will be given to the following race categories:

Fastest man and woman wearing lederhosen (seriously)

Best German costume

Top 3 overall male and female finishers

Top 3 male and female masters finishers

Top 3 M/F in each age group:

15 and under

16-19

20-24

25-29

30-34

35-39

40-44

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65+

Volunteer Information

Volunteers are needed for numerous roles on race day -- please specify whether your age when you register to volunteer. All volunteers will receive an Oktoberfest Run Green 8K shirt!

Refund, Transfer and Weather Policy

There are no refunds available for this race since all the proceeds go to charity