IHM Oktoberfest 5k/1-mile Fun Run
IHM Oktoberfest 5k/1-mile Fun Run is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Indianapolis, IN, with entry fees from $10 to $50.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (72 days to go)
- Price
- $10–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Back again for our IHM Oktoberfest! We'll kick it off once again with our Fun Run - 5k or 1-mile options.
We once again have Registration for Kids, Adults...and Family Registration for a flat fee for 3 or more family members from the same household.
NOTE: CUTOFF DATE TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT IS MONDAY, 9/22/2025. If you register after 9/22/2025, we welcome your participation, but cannot guarantee a shirt, as final sizes and counts are due to the shirt printer on 9/22/2025.
START TIME: 9:00am.
If you also might have some family members who could Volunteer during the Race, please write to Ren-Jay Shei at ihmoktoberfestracedirector@gmail.com.
Thanks so much and see you soon for some fun running to kick off our Oktoberfest!
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
70°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Castleton 2 S, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Indianapolis, IN
Population
882,043
as of 2023
City Elevation
728 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at IHM Oktoberfest 5k/1-mile Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
72
Days to train
- Race
- IHM Oktoberfest 5k/1-mile Fun Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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IHM Oktoberfest 5k/1-mile Fun Run
Oct 3, 2026