The Great Beerd Run 5K
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About the race
The Great Beerd Run 5K is an untimed fun run held at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme, MI. The event centers on a casual 5K course with on-course beer tastings provided by three local breweries: Right Brain Brewery, Short's Brewing Company, and Stone Hound Brewing Company.
Race registration is a fixed fee of $45 and includes 5K entry, beer tastings from the three listed breweries, a knitted beard beanie, and access to a post-race party featuring a DJ and campfires. The event also presents Best Beard contests with prizes for First Male and First Female runners, Best Natural Beard, and Best Assisted Beard.
The event is restricted to participants age 21 and older; photo identification is required at packet pick up or registration. Free parking is available at the venue. A lodging offer provides a 15% room discount for participants, with booking eligibility limited to guests age 21 and subject to availability; room booking does not include race registration. The organizer publishes a refund policy that allows refunds up to three days before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
