Oktoberfest Meiler Vier
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Oktoberfest Meiler Vier
The Oktoberfest Meiler Vier is a four mile road run held in Columbus, Ohio, on September 11, 2026 near the Ohio Expo Center. The event traditionally serves as the kickoff for the Columbus Oktoberfest festival.
The event distance is 4 miles. Registered participants receive an event shirt, a finisher's medal, a complimentary Oktoberfest beer (craft beer excluded), and a complimentary sausage. A complimentary parking pass valued at $15 is offered to participants who pick up their race packet at Fleet Feet Sports Lewis Center; otherwise parking at the Ohio Expo Center is $15 per car.
Packet pick up is hosted at Fleet Feet Sports Lewis Center, 1270 E. Powell Rd., Lewis Center 43035, with scheduled pickup windows on Thursday, September 10 and Friday, September 11. Race day packet pick up also opens at the Ohio Expo Center.
Entry fees for 2026 are listed as $45 through August 13 and $50 from August 14 through race day or until sold out. A multi-entry discount is available when registering three runners using promo code 2026SAVE15. M3S Sports operates a no refund policy; bib transfers are permitted for a fee. Strollers are allowed and pets are not allowed. Service animals trained to aid a person with a disability are welcome.
Weather forecasts are monitored before the event and may prompt course alterations or cancellation. A flag warning system will communicate on-course conditions. Visible lightning will result in postponement increments of at least 30 minutes and extra water will be provided if extreme heat is expected. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
