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Octoberfest 5k, 10k, 20 Mile Bike & Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run

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Peru Fire Department, 753 Bear Swamp Road, Peru, NY, Peru NY

Saturday, October 18th, 2025

🎉 Event Overview

Join us for the 13th Annual Octoberfest - 5K, 10K, 20 Mile Bike & Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run in Peru, NY. The areas first RUN/BIKE event in the North Country!!

🏞️ Course Experience

  • Enjoyable routes: Runners, walkers and bikers will enjoy an exhilarating run, walk and bike through the Town of Peru & Peru's Apple Country.
  • Scenic views: Participants can view the beautiful Adirondacks fall foliage.
  • Post-race celebration: There will be a FREE post race party following the race at the Peru Fire Department.
  • Fun activities: Live music, food/drinks, adult beverages, raffles and awards will be part of the celebration!

💙 Cause and Memory

The Octoberfest Event is an annual event in Peru, NY to raise awareness and money to help the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation find a cure.

The Octoberfest Event is in memory of Robert “Chip” Hamilton, a local business man in the North Country owning the Hamilton Funeral Home of Peru, Keeseville, and Mooers. He was diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) in 2008.

📖 Chip's Story

  • Health challenges: Over time, Chip's ability to do daily tasks became very limited, resulting in shortness of breath with simple tasks.
  • Foundation of the event: In 2010, Ruth Hamilton LaClair began the Octoberfest Event while her father, Chip was in Pittsburgh, PA recovering from a lung transplant.
  • Challenge faced: Chip succumbed to his IPF from complications with the lung transplant on January 27, 2011.
  • Legacy continuation: Through the help and strength of family and friends, Ruth has continued the event each year in his memory.

🛍️ Merchandise and Social Media

Thank you to all who continue to support and celebrate with us!

  • Available items: There will be limited items available to purchase such as t-shirts, hats, gloves & magnets for sale.
  • Check vendor table: Please check the vendor table at the race.
  • Stay connected: Please also find us on Instagram (Run Octoberfest) & Facebook (Octoberfest 5k, 10k, & 20 Mile Bike in Peru, NY).
  • Spread the word: Follow/like our page for important information & quicker updates. Please share our page with family & friends!

🌐 Event Link

For more information, please visit our event page: Octoberfest Event.

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