
Oktoberfest Races: 10k run and 5k run/walk is a running race on September 20, 2026 in Mount Angel, OR, with entry fees from $35 to $40.
From the Organizer
Online registration ends on Saturday, Sept. 20 at noon.
Day of registration, 5k - $45; 10k - $50. Checks or via your phone with QR code.
The Silverton Runners Club and Oktoberfest are again teaming up to host the Oktoberfest 5k and 10 races. The races have a little something for every type of runner. Track runner? The start and finish is on the Kennedy High School track. Road runner? The course meanders through the hamlet of Mt. Angel. Trail runner? Parts of the course are on gravel. Like it flat? It mostly is. Like hills? We have a couple. Like a good party after? Mt. Angel Oktoberfest! Every finisher will receive a pint glass and a ticket for a complimentary beer at the Oktoberfest. See, we got you all covered! See you there.
What you need to know:
The 10k course will be new this year.
We allow strollers, please line up in the back.
Though we like dogs, please do not bring them to run the races.
There will be day of registration.
If you register for the 10k, please maintain at least a 15:00/mile pace. The course will officially close at 10:30 so our volunteers can enjoy the Oktoberfest activities.
Proceeds from the races go to support the Kennedy, Silverton and Gervais middle & high school track and cross country programs.
Packet pick-up is Sunday (day of race) at the Kennedy High School track, starting at 7:00 AM. Day of registration will be from 7:00am to 8:45am.
To guarantee a t-shirt, register and purchase your shirt before September 1.
Please note: We will have extra shirts on race day but availability will be limited to what we have on hand.
We can't wait to see you at the races!
1/1/25 to 4/30/25, 5k - $30; 10k - $35
5/1/25 to noon on 9/13/25, 5k - $35; 10k - $40
Day of race, 5k - $45; 10k - $50
Online registration ends on Saturday, Sept. 19 at noon.
There are no refunds.
Events
Weather
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
73°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Silverton, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
206 ft
Nearest Airport
SLE
Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field · 16 mi
Major Hub
PDX
Portland International Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
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Oktoberfest Races: 10k run and 5k run/walk
Sep 20, 2026