Peoples Arc Bench Octoberfest 5K Run/Walk
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Three Village Rotary / Peoples Arc Bench Oktoberfest 5K Run/Walk
The event is a 5K run/walk held in October at the Bench Bar & Grill lot, 1095 N Country Rd., Stony Brook, NY 11790. A portion of the proceeds is designated for People’s Arc of Suffolk, an organization that provides programs and services to children and adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities; the organization serves more than 2,500 people through multiple facilities.
Event features include a pre-race warm up and stretch provided by Real Deal Fitness, music by Alternate Fred, games, vendors and post-race music. An Oktoberfest after party takes place at The Bench Bar and Grill with refreshments, food and beer. Beer is listed as unlimited for attendees aged 21 and over. A top quality T shirt is guaranteed for entries submitted by October 1st.
Awards are planned for the top three male and female overall finishers and for the top three male and female in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10 to 13, 14 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 plus.
Packet pickup options include an early pickup the day before the event and race day pickup at The Bench parking lot with parking available in the nearby LIRR lot on 25A. Personalized bibs are available for entries submitted three weeks in advance; last minute registrants within 24 hours receive a bib number by text. Live online, email and text results are provided along with same day finish line photos and video. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
