Thunderhead Brewery - hwy 6/34 series
- Date
- June 13, 2026
- Location
- 201 F. Ave., Axtell, NE
- Distance
- 5K
From the Organizer
🛣️ The Highway Ahead: Your Summer, Your Way
The Tap to Tap: 6/34 Highway Series is a rolling circuit.
You have two ways to hit the pavement with us this summer:
Option 1: The Full Series Pass (Best Value!) Commit to the whole journey and save! By selecting the Series Bundle, you lock in your entry for all four stops (Axtell, Minden, Hastings, and the Holdrege Finale).
The Perks: You'll save $40 on registration fees, receive the official Series Shirt, and unlock the exclusive 6/34 Finisher Medal at the final stop.
Option 2: Single Race Entry Can't make them all? No problem. You can sign up for this individual race (and any of the others!) as a standalone event. You’ll still get the town-specific Enamel Pin and a post-race pour for every finish line you cross.
The 2026 Circuit Schedule:
JUNE 13: Stop 1 @ Thunderhead Brewing (Axtell) — Ax-Fest Kickoff (This page)
JULY 11: Stop 2 @ 52 Taphouse (Minden) — The Taphouse Trek
AUGUST 8: Stop 3 @ First Street Brewing (Hastings) — Bags & Barrel Block Party
SEPTEMBER 12: Stop 4 @ Lost Way Brewery (Holdrege) — The Grand Finale
Check out the other stops on our Facebook Pageand build your perfect summer racing calendar!
🪓 Stop 1: The Ax-Fest 5K @ Thunderhead Brewing
Part of the Tap to Tap: 6/34 Highway Series
Kick off the summer with sharp throws and cold flows. We’re hitting the highway for the first official stop of the 6/34 Series! We’re heading to Axtell, NE, to help our friends at Thunderhead Brewing launch Ax-Fest—the ultimate summer celebration of light lagers, competitive axe throwing, and finish-line glory.
🏃♂️ The Run
Whether you’re gunning for a Personal Best or just a Personal Beer, this flat and fast 5K takes you through the heart of Axtell. It’s the first chance for Series Pass holders to get their Highway Passport stamped and collect the first of four limited-edition enamel pins.
🍺 The Reward (Ax-Fest!)
Your race bib isn't just a number; it’s your ticket to the best after-party on the 6/34 corridor.
Light Lager Takeover: Thunderhead is leaning into the "crisp and cold" vibes with a massive lineup of light lagers to sample.
Axe Throwing: Test your aim at the Ax-Fest mobile lanes. (Pro tip: Throwing is better after the run, not during)
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
83°
Low
56°
Conditions
Slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
27%
Wind
10 to 15 mph
Host City
About Axtell, NE
Elevation
2,220 ft
Nearest Airport
EAR
Kearney Regional Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- Thunderhead Brewery - hwy 6/34 series
- Date
- June 13, 2026
- Location
- 201 F. Ave., Axtell, NE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Thunderhead Brewery - hwy 6/34 series?
- Thunderhead Brewery - hwy 6/34 series is a running race held in Axtell, Nebraska on June 13, 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 Thunderhead Brewery - hwy 6/34 series?
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Axtell, Nebraska at 201 F. Ave., Axtell, NE. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Thunderhead Brewery - hwy 6/34 series?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Thunderhead Brewery - hwy 6/34 series
Jun 13, 2026