Peoples Arc Bench Octoberfest 5K Run/Walk
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Three Village Rotary Bench Oktoberfest 5K Run/Walk : Stony Brook, NY
The event is a community 5K run/walk held at the Bench Bar & Grill Lot, 1095 N Country Rd., Stony Brook, NY. A portion of the proceeds is designated for People’s Arc of Suffolk (AHRC Suffolk), a local not-for-profit that provides services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Registration options are listed for a single distance, 5K, with published prices that include processing fees. Reduced pricing for youth is noted for ages 12 and under and ages 13–20. Registrants who enter early may receive a personalized bib and a t-shirt is guaranteed for registrations completed by October 1.
Event services and amenities include a pre-race warm-up and stretch provided by Real Deal Fitness, live music by Alternate Fred, games and vendors after the run, an Oktoberfest after party at The Bench Bar & Grill, and food and beer available after the race; beer service is stated as available to those 21 and over. Results and finish-line photos are published online, including live online, email, and text reporting.
Awards are given with medals to the top three men and women overall and to the top three men and women in multiple age groups. Packet pickup is available before the event and on race day at The Bench parking lot; parking is noted at the nearby LIRR lot on Route 25A. Course details are listed as forthcoming. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
