Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO 2026

The race.

This Oktoberfest-themed running event in San Francisco on September 26, 2026, offers 5K and 10K distances organized by The Best Races. Participants can choose from four wave start times beginning at 7:30 AM, with coordinators remaining on-site for three hours after the first wave. All ages and paces are welcome, and runners may walk or run. Registration includes a technical running shirt (shipped to U.S. addresses before race day), finisher's medal, finisher's towel or giveaway, digital training pack, and online results certificate. Timing is optional and can be tracked independently or with coordinator assistance. A virtual run option is also available, allowing participants to complete the distance at their chosen time and location. The event supports charitable giving, with $1 donated per mile logged after the race.