Cleveland Oktoberfest 5K Bier Run
Enjoy Labor Day Weekend with the Cleveland Oktoberfest 5K Run & 1-Mile walk at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea! All participants receive a short-sleeved race shirt, 1 free drink ticket (21 & older), age group awards, and FREE entry to the Festival after the race!
Event Details
Date: Monday, September 7th, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 164 Eastland Road (Main Gate thru Victory Arch), Berea, OH 44017
Race Day Schedule
- 9:30 a.m.: Race Day Registration & Packet Pick Up
- 11:00 a.m.: 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk Begin
Early Packet Pickup
Skip the lines race morning and grab your race packet early!
- Date: Friday, August 29
- Time: 11am-1pm
- Location: Hermes Sports and Events, 2425 W. 11th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Dogs at Oktoberfest
If you want to bring your four-legged friend to Oktoberfest, you can, but there are rules. Enforcement of these rules is at the complete discretion of ownership, and failure to obey these rules may result in you and your furry buddy being shown an early exit:
- You must pick up after your dog.
- Dogs must be on leashes at all times.
- Owners must be able to control their dogs.
- Dogs must be well-socialized.
Given that Cleveland Oktoberfest plays host to the Wiener Dog Races, doxies may be exempt from the “threatening manner” bit, as they tend to behave in a threatening manner toward everything. If you plan on bringing a non-doxie, bear in mind that your dog will be yapped at by lots of doxies, so only bring your pup if they can remain calm in a sometimes frenzied environment. It can also get hot at Oktoberfest, so please make provisions to keep your dog cool and well-hydrated.
Dress Up & Save
Participants who dress up in authentic German Costume will receive one (1) additional FREE admission!
Parking Info
Please use Gate 2, (Eastland Road entrance) for parking for the Oktoberfest 5K.
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.