2026 Oktoberfest 14K/7K Brewery Run Participant Instructions
Event Date: Saturday, September 19
Start Times: 14K - 7:30am, 7K – 7:45am
Packet Pick Up
- Friday, September 18: 10am-6pm @ Element Eatery (5350 Medpace Way, Cincinnati, OH 45227)
- Saturday, September 19: Beginning at 6:00am near the West Entrance of Yeatman’s Cove, under the Taylor Southgate Bridge.
**Please be advised that there will be no bag check available, and you will have to pick up your shirt and pint glass (and Brew Hog gift, if applicable) before the race.**
Can you pick up a packet for your friend, spouse, or beer buddy? Yes, just have a copy of their ID handy – a printed copy or a photo on your phone is fine! You will not be able to pick up a wristband for your friend.
Can I switch distances at packet pick up or on race day? Yes, please visit the registration solution desk at packet pickup or at the packet pick up tents on race morning and be prepared to pay the transfer fee via credit card. If you want your results to be accurate, you must formally switch distances via Race Roster.
PLEASE NOTE: Pint glasses and Brew Hog mugs are hand wash only!
Wristbanding/ID Check
You will need to show your ID and get a wristband before you can get your hands on a cold beverage after the race. If you want to avoid the hassle on race day, bring your ID with you to packet pick-up and get your wristband then. We’ll also have a booth on race morning located near race morning packet pick up where you can get your wristband before or after the race.
Startline
The Start Line for both races is located on Mehring Way to the East of the Taylor Southgate Bridge. The Finish Line for both races is located on Mehring Way near the American Queen Paddle Wheel.
Parking
Please allow yourself ample time to park and complete other pre-race routines prior to the 7:30 am and 7:45 am start times.
- Central Riverfront Garage - Operating at regular rates.
- East Garage entrance should be accessed from E Pete Rose Way. Discounted rates will be available from 5am-8:30am on race day.
- Newport on the Levee – Operating at regular rates. Park across the river and enjoy a warmup walk across the Roebling Bridge or the Purple People Bridge.
Mehring Way between Old Broadway and E Pete Rose Way will be closed.
Course Information
STAGGERED START TIMES: The 14K will start promptly at 7:30am followed by the 7K at 7:45am.
At the start, 14K participants will make a righthand turn onto E Pete Rose Way and 7K participants will make a lefthand turn. 14K and 7K participants will run approximately the last mile together on Mehring Way.
After you finish, follow the directions to enter Oktoberfest in Yeatman’s Cove for the post-race party.
Click Here to view the Course Map.
**If you need medical attention, UC Health will be near the finish line before, during and after the race.**
Timing Chip
The timing chip will be affixed to your race bib. Please do not alter or remove it. You can scan the QR code located on your bib after the race to see your finish time.
Post Race
Join your fellow runners and walkers after the race for a legendary 50th anniversary celebration of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati.
Your bib includes: two drink tickets (redeemable for select beers, seltzers and non-alcoholic beverages at Oktoberfest Zinzinnati Festhalle bars) and one Skyline Cheese Coney ticket! All tickets must be redeemed at the post-race party.
Be sure to bring your ID and a credit card to the post-race party - this is a cashless event. Additional alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Oktoberfest vendors will open at 10am to keep the party going!
Don’t forget to stop by the TQL photo booth for a complimentary photo keepsake.
Visit our booth at the post-race to register for the 2027 TQL Beer Series and receive a FREE Brew Hog training shirt!
Awards
Awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers in the 14K and 7K determined by gun time at the finish line.
Age group awards will be given to the top finisher in the following categories for men and women, determined by chip time: 12-15, 16-20, 21-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Awards will be distributed on-site. Please visit the awards tent at the post-race party.
Pig Works App
The Pig Works app, driven by TQL has all your race day information, including parking, participant tracking, results, photo frames and more! It’s available for free in the Google Play or Apple App Store. To download, click the links provided or search "Pig Works."