Raven Run 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run for St. Benedict German Festival
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT
- Location
- Elberta, AL
- 12786 Illinois Street, 36530
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run, walk, and celebrate at the Raven Run, kicking off the St. Benedict German Festival with fun, food, and community support in Elberta, AL.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseWho it's for
- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyGreat for: beginners, cause-driven runners
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Kick off the St. Benedict German Festival with a lively 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run in Elberta, Alabama. This event invites you to embrace the festive spirit, perhaps even don your lederhosen or dirndl, before enjoying delicious German sausage, beer, and prizes at the post-race party. It's a wonderful opportunity to run with friends, earn a collector's medal, and support St. Benedict Catholic School, making for a truly fun and community-focused experience.
What to expect
- Enjoy a flat, out-and-back course for either a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk or a 5K.
- Celebrate post-race with German sausage, beer (21+), and prizes.
- All finishers receive a collector's medal, a Wetzel Pretzel ticket, and a drink ticket.
Standout details
- Kicks off the St. Benedict German Festival
- German sausage and beer post-race
- Lederhosen and dirndl encouraged
- Supports St. Benedict Catholic School
Perks & features
- Food & Drink
- Medal
Food & Drink
MedalFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
4 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM CDT · From $15.00
Opens Jan 20, 2026, 4:41 AM CST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 8:30 AM CDT · From $25.00
Opens Jan 20, 2026, 4:41 AM CST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 8:30 AM CDT · From $20.00
Opens Jan 20, 2026, 4:41 AM CST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
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- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 8:30 AM CDT · From $25.00
Opens Feb 7, 2026, 3:41 AM CST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingBased on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
This super fun event returns to kick off the St. Benedict Catholic School's German Festival!
The One Mile Fun Run/Walk will kick off at 8:00 AM.
The 5K Raven Run/Walk begins at 8:30 AM.
Both races begin at St. Benedict Catholic School, 12786 Illinois Street Elberta, AL 36530, and are a 1 mile and 3.1 mile "out and back" course. Water is supplied on the course at the turn around point.
Delicious German sausage, beer, and great prizes await participants at the post party! So don your lederhosen or dirndl, come fill your stein and join us at the Raven Run! Prost y’all!
WHY RACE?
All Runners/walkers receive:
* Free Finisher Medal at race end * Free Wetzel Pretzel ticket * Free Drink ticket (Gatorade, Soda, Beer/Wine; must be 21+ to redeem ticket for alcoholic beverages) * You get to run / walk with your friends! * You will be supporting St. Benedict School! * It's a super fun race!
*German Fest T-shirts will be available for purchase at the race.
SCHEDULE:
Online Registration Closes 4/25/2026 * Packet/Bib Pickup 4/24/2026 - 3:15-5:30 PM St. Benedict * Race Day 4/25/2026 * Race Day Packet/Bib pickup 7-7:45AM * 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Race Start 8AM * 5k Raven Run/Walk Race Start 8:30AM
* Award Ceremony 9:30AM * Course closed 10:00AM
PRICING:
* Early bird $15 Fun Run, $20 Student 5k, $25 Adult 5k - until 4/18/2026 * Regular, all prices increase $5 - until 4/24/2026 * Day of Race, all prices increase another $5 - 4/25/2026
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
* Can I walk the race? YES but we have a 30 minute time limit on the Fun Run and a 1:30 hour time limit on the 5k. * Do I have to dress up? NO but it is way cooler and the photos will be amazing. Be creative! * Does everyone get a medal? YES - it is a collector's item! Finish the race and it's yours! * Packet Pickup Location - St. Benedict School - Friday, April 24- 3:15-5:30PM * Can I register the morning of the race? YES - but arrive at 7am if you plan to register race-day morning. Registration closes at 7:30AM firm.
AWARDS:
Awards will be given out to Overall Male/Female of each Race and also Age Category Winners:
6 & under 7-9 years 10-12 years 13-15 years 16-19 years 20-29 years 30-39 years 40-49 years 50-59 years 60-69 years 70+
After the race join us for the race awards ceremony at 9:30am followed by a full day of fun at the 53rd Annual St. Benedict Catholic School German Festival on Saturday, April 25th in Elberta, Alabama!
Stroll the aisles of artists and crafters, bouncy houses, balloons & more for the kids or sit down, relax, and enjoy the live entertainment. Be sure to come hungry for the delicious German food!
The raffle begins at 5pm....be sure you purchase a ticket in advance for your chance to win $10,000 CASH....only a limited amount of tickets will be sold!
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