Schützenfest Bier Dash
- Date
- June 19, 2026
- Location
- Kolping Center, Cincinnati, OH
- Distance
- Schützenfest Bier Dash
From the Organizer
RACE INFO:
The Schützenfest Bier Dash is an untimed, non-competitive fun run, and is the newest addition to Schützenfest, America’s Longest Running German Fest - Seit 1866!
The Bier Dash starts at 7:30 PM on Friday, June 19th, 2026 following Schützenfest’s opening ceremonies.
Participants will enjoy a scenic route through Kolping’s Biergarten and beautiful wooded grounds, creating a one-of-a-kind Schützenfest experience. Along the way, runners can cool off with two beer stations on the course.
Staging Area – Just behind our outdoor Pavilion Stage, following completion of the opening ceremonies.
Participants are asked to begin to assemble by 7:00 PM, a half hour before the starting time.
All proceeds go to charitable causes.
REGISTRATION:
$30 registration fee if signed up between now and Monday, June 1st, 2026 at midnight.
$40 from Tuesday, June 2nd (12:01am) to race time on Friday, June 19th at 7:30pm.
No Refunds will be issued – Event takes place rain or shine.
We will only be accepting online registrations for this event.
Runners must check in on the day of the race to get a wristband and racing bib; check-in station is located at the front entrance to the Festival, in front of the Kolping Haus Hall.
Runners without an ID will not be able to partake in the Schützenfest 1K Bier Dash.
THIS IS A 21 AND OLDER EVENT! YOU MUST HAVE A VALID PHOTO ID FOR ENTRY
Registration Fee Includes:
Bier Dash Race Entrance
1 Free Admission into Schützenfest Friday night for participant
2 Beer Stations on the Course
Unique Schützenfest Souvenir Package – It’s a surprise! (Can confirm, it involves Bier!)
Giant Servatii soft pretzel
Celebratory German Schnapps Toast upon Completion
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
83°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cheviot, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cincinnati, OH
Population
3,998
as of 2023
Elevation
501 ft
Nearest Airport
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Schützenfest Bier Dash?
- Schützenfest Bier Dash is a running race held in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 19, 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 Schützenfest Bier Dash?
- Friday, June 19, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio at Kolping Center, Cincinnati, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Schützenfest Bier Dash?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Schützenfest Bier Dash
Jun 19, 2026