Alamo Beer Challenge
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Event Overview
The Alamo Beer Challenge is a multi-distance running event. It is part of a four-race series designed as milestone training runs for athletes preparing for winter marathon and half marathon events, such as the San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and Half Marathon. This is the first race in the series.
The event will be held at the Tuscany wedding venue on Old Fredericksburg Road in San Antonio, Texas.
Distances
Participants can choose from several race options:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 10K
- 5K
- 3-Person Half Marathon Relay (approximately 4.36 miles per leg)
- 5K Walk Only category (for non-runners)
- .05K Fun Run
Virtual participation options are available for the 13.1 mile, 10K, and 5K distances.
Race Features
Awards are given for first overall male and female, first overall masters male and female, and first through fourth place in each age group (14 and under, 15-20, 21-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+). Age group awards are based on chip time due to a wave start.
Walkers can participate in a separate category if they register for the 5K Walk Only and inform race officials they will not run a single step. Participants aged 16 and under or 70 and over receive an automatic 50% discount on registration; no additional discount codes can be applied.
The event supports several nonprofit organizations, including Marrow Match, the San Antonio Amputee Foundation, and the San Antonio Young Marines. Registration includes a super soft tri-blend race shirt with a unique design for each event in the series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
