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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Douglas Ave & Circle Drive, Wichita KS
5K · 1 Mile
63–81°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Registration Details
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Event Information
Church of the Blessed Sacrament's Oktoberfest Run for the Poor 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date: Saturday, September 26th, 2026
- Location: Wichita, KS US 67208
- Type: Run or Run/Walk
- Warm up: 9:15 AM
- 5K Start: 9:30 AM
- 1 Mile Start: 10:30 AM
- Awards: 11 AM
Packet pickup will be from 12 PM to 6 PM on Friday, October 4th at Blessed Sacrament School commons off of Roosevelt Street north of the Church. There is a parking lot and street parking available.
You can also pick up packets on race day beginning at 8 AM at Blessed Sacrament School commons. See you soon!!
Race Highlights
Oktoberfest Run for the Poor 2026
- Celebrate: the annual Oktoberfest held at Blessed Sacrament by running this traditional and festive 5K race.
- Route: Run through the scenic and historic College Hill neighborhood and finish in the middle of the Oktoberfest celebration.
- Activities: Featuring live music, kids play area, and of course, German Beer and Food.
- Perks: All runners receive choice of brat or hot dog and beer (21 and older). Race swag includes a tech shirt!
- Timing: The race is Chip-Timed by Timer Guys and the winners of each division will receive awards. Overall winners will receive prizes.
Start will be at Roosevelt and Circle Drive and the Finish Line on Quentin and Douglas.
Registration Fees
5K Run/Walk, Stroller Division
- Early Registration: 07/12/2026 - 08/24/2026 - $35 - tech shirt
- Regular Registration: 08/25/2026 - 09/25/2026 - $40
- Race Day: 09/26/2026 - $45
5K Stein Holding Division 5K Division
- Early Registration: 07/12/2026 - 08/24/2026 - $45 - tech shirt and mug
- Regular Registration: 08/25/2026 - 09/25/2026 - $50
- Race Day: 09/26/2026 - $55
Race day registration for the stein holding division is limited to available steins.
1 Mile Run/Walk
- Early Registration: 07/12/2026 - 08/24/2026 - $25
- Regular Registration: 08/25/2026 - 09/25/2026 - $30
- Race Day: 09/26/2026 - $35
Note: Race Day registration will be from 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM on 09/26/2026. No registrations will be accepted after 9:00 AM.
More Information
For additional details, visit the official race page: Oktoberfest Run for the Poor.
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