Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K
The Oktoberfest Half Marathon in Brevard, NC, offers a scenic autumn run with craft beer and a festive atmosphere.
Race Date
Oct 3, 2026
Location
Asheville, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 773
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Oktoberfest Half Marathon in Brevard, North Carolina, invites runners to embrace the crisp autumn air and the spirit of the season. This event, first run in 2023, has quickly become a local favorite, drawing participants from approximately 25 states.
The course winds through picturesque neighborhoods and offers glimpses of river views, providing a pleasant, though not spectacular, running experience. With an average of around 406 finishers recently, and a growing field size, the half marathon is a well-supported event. The race is USATF certified and noted for its net-zero elevation change, suggesting a potentially fast course.
Beyond the run, participants can enjoy the festive Oktoberfest theme, complete with craft beer, making for a memorable race day. The event is praised for its solid production and overall atmosphere, offering a delightful autumn race experience.
Race-provided description
Savor the perfect blend of autumn magic, craft beer, and the thrill of running with the Oktoberfest Half Marathon in North Carolina. 5k too!
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River, Small Town
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
NC25024DF · Oktoberfest Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Course Map
3 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Solid Pick513 years running
~199 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
USATF certified · 2 timing sources · 4 photos
runners from 25 states
winner 1:21:56
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
52°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 773 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
773
Median time
2:13:29
Latest turnout
406
States
28
Turnout by year
2021–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K?
The Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K is held on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Where does the Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K take place?
It takes place in Asheville, North Carolina.
What distances does the Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K run.
Is the Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 773 runners who have completed the Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K.
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