ONtoberfest 5K
ONtoberfest 5K is a running race on September 24, 2026 in Hattiesburg, MS, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- September 24, 2026 (27 days to go)
- Location
- 301 Mobile St, Hattiesburg, MS
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Kick off Oktoberfest weekend at Southern Prohibition the best way we know how—with a run, a party, and a cold beer!
The ONtoberfest 5K, presented by Fleet Feet Hattiesburg and SoPro, brings together running and Oktoberfest fun for a 3.1-mile celebration through Hattiesburg.
Whether you're racing for a PR or just running for the beer waiting at the finish line, this event is all about starting Oktoberfest weekend with a good time. After crossing the finish line, stick around at SoPro for the ONtoberfest After Party, featuring DJ Massive J, cold SoPro beer, and plenty of Oktoberfest festivities.
First 200 participants receive a custom beer boot and race shirt!
Packet Pickup - 10am-6pm on Wednesday, Sept 23rd at Fleet Feet and 4-6pm on race day at SoPro
Break out the lederhosen, grab your running shoes, and come ready to run, raise a glass, and celebrate!
🍺 5K Run/Walk
🎧 DJ at the Finish
🍻 Cold SoPro Beer & After Party
🏃 Sponsored by On
🎉 Official Kickoff to Oktoberfest Weekend at SoPro
Run. Prost. Party. 🍻
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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
86°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hattiesburg Chain Muni Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hattiesburg, MS
Population
48,507
as of 2023
City Elevation
319 ft
Nearest Airport
PIB
Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport · 15 mi
Major Hub
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 103 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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ONtoberfest 5K
Sep 24, 2026