Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra
Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra is a running race on October 25, 2026 in Columbia, MD, with an entry fee of $55.
- Date
- October 25, 2026 (94 days to go)
- Price
- $55
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the 2026 Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra in Howard County! Celebrate this fall tradition with a beautiful course that winds around Columbia's scenic Lake Elkhorn, great swag, and an awesome post-race party at Black Flag Brewing Co.! A portion of the race proceeds benefits Bridges to Housing Stability in Howard County.
This race SELLS OUT, so register early and secure your spot!
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
65°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Baltimore Wash Intl Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbia, MD
City Elevation
340 ft
Nearest Airport
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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94
Days to train
- Race
- Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra
- Date
- October 25, 2026
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Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra
Oct 25, 2026