Chili Bowl Classic

FEB

21

2026

A 5K in Cleveland on February 21, 2026 with an entirely flat course, a choice of mug and chili sampling for participants, and a spectator package; proceeds support Cleveland Police and Fire Department charities.

Sat 21 Feb 2026

Cleveland, Ohio

Registration

5 kilometers

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Chili Bowl Classic 5K

The Chili Bowl Classic 5K is scheduled for February 21, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio, with the event centered at Hofbräuhaus Cleveland, 1550 Chester Ave, Cleveland 44114. This edition marks the race's 39th anniversary.

The program includes a 5K race and a Spectator Package. The 5K course is described as entirely flat. The 5K entry includes a choice of mug and chili sampling. The Spectator Package is a no-race option that does not include a shirt and includes a mug and a chili tasting.

Registration fees for the runner's package are tiered: Early Bird $30 through November 30; Regular $35 from December 1 through February 12; Late $40 from February 13 through race day. The Spectator Package fee is $15.

A separate Stein Holding Contest is offered with a $10 entry; it does not include race entry or a race shirt. Proceeds from the event support Cleveland Police and Fire Department charities. Male and female winners of the Stein Holding Contest receive a $50 Hofbräuhaus gift card. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km