Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K

OCT

3

2026

Join 1000 runners at Government Plaza for a 5K race benefiting the American Cancer Society. Participants receive a custom T shirt and an event beer stein to celebrate the local Oktoberfest festivities.

Sat 3 Oct 2026

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K is an autumn running event held in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Presented by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, the race starts and finishes at Government Plaza on Sixth Street. The event benefits the American Cancer Society and is limited to a field of 1,000 participants. Registration is open to individuals between the ages of 12 and 120.

Distance

5 km

Participant Amenities

All registered runners receive a selection of commemorative items and benefits. These include:

An Oktoberfest 5K T-shirt.
An official Oktoberfest event beer stein.
One complimentary beer provided by an Oktoberfest vendor for participants aged 21 and older.

Support and Fundraising

The race features a specialized 5K route with designated water stations and course support for all participants. Parking facilities are available near the venue at Government Plaza.

The event includes a fundraising program where individuals who raise at least $50 receive a full refund of their registration fee. Additionally, any separate donation made during the registration process that exceeds $50 is applied to cover the participant's entry cost. Further information regarding awards, packet pickup locations, and detailed route maps is provided by the organizers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km