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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
497 Middlebury Rd, Kent OH
5K · 1 Mile
51–67°F · some rain risk
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2025
41–65°F
dry
2024
43–61°F
dry
2023
42–56°F
dry
2022
45–66°F
dry
2021
59–77°F
dry
2020
61–75°F
dry
2019
49–72°F
dry
2018
68–80°F
dry
2017
59–75°F
dry
2016
41–60°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate Oktoberfest the best way possible! Join Main Street Kent on Saturday, October 10 for The Wurst 5K and The Brat Trot 1-Mile. Whether you're going for a PB, strolling with family and friends, or simply earning your post-race brat and beverage, there's something for everyone.
Location
Registration and the start will be in Heritage Park in downtown Kent, just below where the Oktoberfest festivities will be held.
Participation Details
Costumes are encouraged, smiles are guaranteed, and all ages and abilities are welcome. Prost to a morning of fitness, fun, and community.
Registration Includes
- The Wurst 5K: custom race bib, pretzel necklace, 16oz beer, brat, and swag item
- The Brat Trot: custom race bib, pretzel necklace, root beer, brat, and swag item
- Age Restriction: Participants under 21 in The Wurst 5K will receive a root beer instead of beer
Day of Timeline
- Registration: 11:00am
- The Wurst 5K: 11:30am
- The Brat Trot: 11:40am
More Information
For more details and registration, visit the official race page at The Wurst 5K & 1 Mile Brat Trot.
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