Lace up your sneakers and grab your lederhosen because the Saint Charles Oktoberfest Wurst Race Ever 5K and 10K is taking over Historic St. Charles on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Whether you are aiming for a personal best or just here for the festive atmosphere, this event brings the spirit of Munich right to the cobblestone streets.
The course winds through the scenic views of Frontier Park and the Missouri River, offering a perfect backdrop for a morning run. You can choose your distance and then stick around to enjoy the festivities that make this weekend a local staple.
Participating in this race does more than just get your heart rate up. All proceeds go toward supporting the Saint Charles Oktoberfest and the St. Charles Regional Chamber Foundation. These funds play a critical role in workforce development and talent attraction initiatives throughout the county, helping to build a stronger professional community for everyone.
Registration includes:
- Official race shirt
- Finisher medal
- A great reason to treat yourself to a pretzel afterward
Register now to secure your spot in the most spirited race of the year. Let's hit the pavement and make an impact on our local workforce together.
Countdown to event
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
5K
Price changes in 17 days 7 hours-
Timed 5K Run. All participants will receive a shirt, finisher medal, custom bib with one beverage ticket and one wurst ticket.
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Register for 5K$28.74
$25 plus $3.74 processing fee
Now registering Apr 9 – Jun 1
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10K
Price changes in 17 days 7 hours-
Timed 10K Run. All participants will receive a shirt, finisher medal, custom bib with one beverage ticket and one wurst ticket.
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Register for 10K$28.74
$25 plus $3.74 processing fee
Now registering Apr 9 – Jun 1
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Location
Historic Saint Charles. The Start and finish will be in Frontier Park at the Saint Charles Oktoberfest festival.
Course Maps
The fast flat course winds through the best of what St. Charles has to offer – historic Main Street, Frenchtown District, and even the scenic Katy Trail! All while ending in one of the best riverfront festivals in St. Charles – the Saint Charles Oktoberfest! Final 2026 maps are coming soon!
| 5K Course Map - Coming Soon | 10K Course Map - Coming Soon |
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup will be available at the following dates and locations:
- Friday, September 25th - Fleet Feet St. Charles - 12pm-6pm
- Saturday, September 25th - Fleet Feet St. Charles - 10am-5pm
- Sunday, September 27th - Frontier Park - 6:30am-8:30am
Awards
The awards ceremony will take place at the Jaycee Stage. 5K awards will be presented to first, second and third place overall male and female finishers, as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & over.
10K awards will be presented to first place overall male and female finishers, as well as the top 1 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & over.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Wendy Rackovan
- Phone
- 636-946-0633
