Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra
Columbia, MD
Sun, Oct 25, 2026
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Sunday, October 25th, 2026
Charm City Run - Columbia, Columbia MD
48–65°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
41–58°F
dry
2024
43–64°F
dry
2023
48–72°F
dry
2022
55–67°F
dry
2021
59–77°F
rain
2020
45–54°F
rain
2019
48–68°F
dry
2018
36–53°F
dry
2017
50–62°F
dry
2016
45–57°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Oct 25
Cloudy · 47–64°F
Sunday, Oct 25starts near 47°F · 8% chance of rain · wind up to 6 mph
About this race
Join us for the 2026 Oktoberfest 5-Miler presented by Altra in Howard County! Celebrate this fall tradition with a beautiful course that winds around Columbia's scenic Lake Elkhorn, great swag, and an awesome post-race party at Black Flag Brewing Co.! A portion of the race proceeds benefits Bridges to Housing Stability in Howard County.
This race SELLS OUT, so register early and secure your spot!
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