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Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Oktoberfest 10K/5K, Kids Superhero Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 8:45 AM start (Detroit)
- Location
- Jackson, Michigan
- Entry fee
- From $5
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt and a finisher medal
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids Run | Kids | Oct 3, 20268:45 AM | $5 | – |
| 10K Run | 10K | Oct 3, 20269:00 AM | $40 | – |
| 5k Run | 5K | Oct 3, 20269:02 AM | $40 | – |
| 5k Walk | 5K | Oct 3, 20269:05 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Kids Run: $5 until Oct 3.
- 10K Run and 5k Run and 5k Walk: $40 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in Michigan ($38).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Michigan runs 1:01:56, about 9:58 a mile, based on 112 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:05:47 and men in 58:40.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:35 AM, and the Kids Run starts at 8:45 AM. The start sits about 980 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Downtown Jackson, Jackson, MI 49201
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
2025 results
All results (5 years)5k Run
74
finishers
31:07
median (10:02 /mi)
16:05
winning time
62% / 38%
women / men
5k Walk
42
finishers
45:10
median (14:34 /mi)
34:17
winning time
64% / 36%
women / men
10K Run
40
finishers
58:15
median (9:24 /mi)
34:16
winning time
48% / 52%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (Michigan Running Foundation) for Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Oktoberfest 10K/5K, Kids Superhero Run. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Oktoberfest 10K/5K, Kids Superhero Run?
At the 2025 5k Run, the fastest tenth finished in 22:32 or better, the top quarter in 25:27, and half the field in 31:07; the last tenth came in after 44:40.
At the 2025 5k Walk, the fastest tenth finished in 39:26 or better, the top quarter in 43:06, and half the field in 45:10; the last tenth came in after 55:53.
At the 2025 10K Run, the fastest tenth finished in 44:44 or better, the top quarter in 49:04, and half the field in 58:15; the last tenth came in after 1:14:52.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 35:41 | 22:57 |
| 30-39 | 27:50 | 24:27 |
| 40-49 | 28:03 | 25:06 |
| 50-59 | 31:00 | n/a |
| 60-69 | 33:20 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Up 14 percent since 2021.
137
2021
131
2022
164
2023
147
2024
156
2025
All events combined, from official results.
Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Oktoberfest 10K/5K, Kids Superhero Run 5K year by year
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 82 to 74 finishers, and the median time rose from 28:34 to 31:07.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 74 (+35%) | 31:07 | under 22:32 | 16:05 |
| 2024 | 55 (-33%) | 51:46 | under 41:38 | 37:07 |
| 2023 | 82 (+32%) | 28:58 | under 22:25 | 17:37 |
| 2022 | 62 (-24%) | 28:27 | under 21:59 | 19:18 |
| 2021 | 82 | 28:34 | under 24:33 | 17:47 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Faster than most Michigan 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 25:27, against 28:36 in a typical Michigan 5K, so times here run 11 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 53°F at dawn to 71°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 41°F and hot years reach 81°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Oktoberfest 10K/5K, Kids Superhero Run cover on their registration page, in brief.
Awards
Team info
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Race details
- Where
- Downtown Jackson, Jackson, MI 49201Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 980 feet
- Included with entry
- Gift Bag with goodies / Finisher Medal Keychain; T-Shirt / Finisher Medal; T-Shirt/ Finisher Medal
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Oct 4, 2025), 2024 (Sep 28, 2024), 2023 (Sep 30, 2023), 2022 (Sep 24, 2022), 2021 (Oct 23, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Oktoberfest 10K/5K, Kids Superhero Run?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:45 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $5 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Michigan?
- At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in Michigan ($38).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt and a finisher medal, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 74 runners finished the 5k Run; the median finish was 31:07 and the winner ran 16:05.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 25:27, against 28:36 in a typical Michigan 5K, so times here run 11 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- Downtown Jackson, Jackson, MI 49201.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
🎉 Get Ready to Run, Celebrate, and Make a Difference! 🎉
The 2026 ORS Oktoberfest 10K / 5K & Kids Superhero Run is back — and it’s bigger, better, and more fun than ever!
🏃♂️ Lace Up for an Epic Race Day!
Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists is gearing up to deliver an unforgettable experience right in downtown Jackson, bringing easy access and great energy to the heart of the city. This year’s course blends the strongest elements from past events into one standout route you’ll be excited to take on.
🦸♀️ Calling All Superheroes!