Cleveland Oktoberfest 5K Bier Run

Mon, Sep 7, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

Location: Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 164 Eastland Road "Main Gate thru Victory Arch", Berea, OH 44017
Type: Walk

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

Run or walk into the festive spirit of Oktoberfest, complete with a post-race festival, German costumes, and a complimentary drink.

Fun
Quirky
Festive

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with the Cleveland Oktoberfest 5K Bier Run and 1-Mile walk at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea, OH. This event offers a festive atmosphere, complete with a free drink ticket for those 21 and older, age group awards, and complimentary entry to the vibrant Oktoberfest festival after your race. Embrace the spirit by dressing in authentic German costume for an extra admission perk.

What to expect

Enjoy a 5K run or 1-mile walk to kick off your Labor Day Weekend.
Receive a short-sleeved race shirt and a free drink ticket (21+).

From the organizer

Enjoy Labor Day Weekend with the Cleveland Oktoberfest 5K Run & 1-Mile walk at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea! All participants receive a short-sleeved race shirt, 1 free drink ticket (21 & older), age group awards, and FREE entry to the Festival after the race!

Monday, September 7th, 2026 @ 11am Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds 164 Eastland Road (Main Gate thru Victory Arch) Berea, OH 44017

Race Day Schedule

9:30 a.m.- Race Day Registration & Packet Pick Up 11:00 a.m.- 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk Begin

Early Packet Pickup

Skip the lines race morning and grab your race packet early!

Friday, August 29 11am-1pm Hermes Sports and Events 2425 W. 11th St. Cleveland, OH 44113

Dogs

If you want to bring your four-legged friend to Oktoberfest, you can, but there are rules. Enforcement of these rules is at the complete discretion of ownership, and failure to obey these rules may result in you and your furry buddy being shown an early exit:

You must pick up after your dog. Dogs must be on leashes at all times. Owners must be able to control their dogs (A 98lb owner being towed like a water-skier behind a 250lb mastiff can present problems, even if the dog is friendly). Dogs must be well-socialized. If your dog behaves in a threatening manner, or is otherwise perceived to present a danger to patrons or other dogs, you may be asked to leave. Given that Cleveland Oktoberfest plays host to the Wiener Dog Races, doxies may be exempt from the “threatening manner” bit, as they tend to behave in a threatening manner toward everything. If you plan on bringing a non-doxie, bear in mind that your dog will be yapped at by lots of doxies, so only bring your pup if they can remain calm in a sometimes frenzied environment. It can also get hot at Oktoberfest, so please make provisions to keep your dog cool and well-hydrated.

Dress Up & Save

Dress Up & Save: Participants who dress up in authentic German Costume will receive one (1) additional FREE admission!

PARKING INFO Please use Gate 2, (Eastland Road entrance) for parking for the Oktoberfest 5K

MORE INFORMATION For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.