Cullman Oktoberfest 5K & 10K, Hosted by WellStone
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 209 1st Ave NE, Cullman, AL
- Distance
- 5K · 10K
- Price
- $30–$35
From the Organizer
Online pre-registration closes 9/30/25 at 12:00 p.m. You may still register in-person for the 5K/10K races between 7 a.m.—8 a.m. on race day. Races begin at 8 a.m. Please arrive to Festhalle Farmer's Market before this time and go to the table marked as race day registration.
Join WellStone, North Alabama's mental healthcare leader, for a 5K and 10K race supporting community mental health and well-being. Proceeds benefit the Cullman Area Mental Health Foundation. You can learn more about WellStone here.
Costs are $30 per 5K runner and $35 per 10K runner, which includes a t-shirt and race packet. Race timing by Fleet Feet. USATF Certification AL07018JD. Registration is open through race day, but costs increase by $5 on Sept. 1. The last day to register with t-shirt guaranteed is Sept. 5.
Race day check-in begins at 7 a.m. Check-in is located at Festhalle Farmer's Market. Look for the large timber frame Festhalle Market, which is the hub of Oktoberfest activities. Course map coming soon to view.
Stick around after the race for more fun and food at the annual Cullman Oktoberfest festival, celebrating the City of Cullman's German heritage. This event is filled to the brim with activities for the entire family, drawing in hundreds of visitors from across the region each year. It's a pretty big deal!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
80°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saint Bernard, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cullman, AL
Population
18,894
as of 2023
City Elevation
766 ft
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 42 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Cullman Oktoberfest 5K & 10K, Hosted by WellStone
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 209 1st Ave NE, Cullman, AL
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cullman Oktoberfest 5K & 10K, Hosted by WellStone?
- Cullman Oktoberfest 5K & 10K, Hosted by WellStone is a running race held in Cullman, Alabama on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Cullman Oktoberfest 5K & 10K, Hosted by WellStone?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Cullman, Alabama at 209 1st Ave NE. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cullman Oktoberfest 5K & 10K, Hosted by WellStone?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cullman Oktoberfest 5K & 10K, Hosted by WellStone
Oct 3, 2026