Spirit's 5K benefiting Manna House
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About the race
Spirit's 5K & Beer Mile is the 27th annual running event benefiting Manna House, held at Spirits in the Historic Garden District of Alexandria, Louisiana. The course starts and finishes at Spirits, with multiple race options and a postrace gathering on site.
Distances offered:
- 1 mile
- Beer Mile (1 mile with four beers)
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- 5K and Beer Mile combo
The Beer Mile follows specific rules: each competitor drinks four beers and runs four quarter laps, beer must be consumed in the transition area before beginning each lap, and the first beer is consumed in the final meter of the transition zone so the competitors complete a full mile. Beer must be at least 5% alcohol and will be provided by Huckleberry Brewery. Each can must not be opened until the competitor enters the transition zone. Competitors who vomit before finishing must complete one penalty lap immediately after their fourth lap. Women are required to drink four beers as well.
Packet pickup is at Spirits on race day from 12:00 pm to 1:45 pm. Listed registration fees are $25 for the 1 mile and Beer Mile, $40 for the 5K, and $45 for the combo. Registrations completed before January 20 are eligible to receive a shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
