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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K - presented by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International - benefiting the American Cancer Society | 5K | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | $45 | 1,200 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes Oct 2, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $45, entry is about 50 percent above a typical 5K in Alabama, which costs $30 right now.
A typical finisher at a 5K in Tuscaloosa runs 43:42, about 14:04 a mile, based on 7 races with published results. Women typically finish in 48:10 and men in 34:27.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:44 AM, and the Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K - presented by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International - benefiting the American Cancer Society starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 150 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
2106 Sixth St (Government Plaza), Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 64°F at dawn to 82°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 8% of days. Cold snaps dip to 54°F and hot years reach 87°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.
What the organizers of Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
DAY BEFORE - Friday, October 2nd: - (MBUSI TEAM MEMBER AND FAMILY ONLY) Mercedes Athletic Club (MAC) on 10/2/2026 between 4:30 AM - 7:00 PM. - Government Plaza - 2106 Sixth Street, Tuscaloosa, AL on 10/2/2026 between 3:00 PM -7:00 PM. FOR…
Course
Water will be provided at water stations located at every mile marker.
Parking and travel
We encourage race participants and spectators to take advantage of the free parking at the Downtown Intermodal Facility parking deck. This parking deck has over 400 spaces and is located at 601 23rd Ave Tuscaloosa, Al 35401. This is…
Awards
Awards will begin immediately after the race concludes. Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female of the following awards sections will receive a medal: Overall. Masters. Grand Masters. Ages 0-11. Ages 12-14. Ages 15-19. Ages 20-29. Ages 30-39. Ages…
Rules and FAQ
Please email [email protected] or use the "Questions?" button at the bottom of the Race Info tab to contact us with any questions or concerns you have surrounding the race. Please see the FAQ section below to see if your question…
The cause
The mission of the American Cancer Society is to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive…
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Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K : Presented by Mercedes-Benz U.S. International
Race Start Time: 8:00am CDT
Race End Time: 9:00am CDT (located at race start)
With your registration to this event, you will receive:
Full Participation in the 5K
Oktoberfest 5K T-shirt
Oktoberfest Event Beer Stein
One Complimentary Beer from Oktoberfest Vendor (ages 21+)
* Donations in addition to your race fee can be made during registration or at any time by selecting the "Donate" page on the side menu. Any donation made during registration that is over $50 will be used to cover your registration fee!
* Any fundraiser who raises at least $50 will have their entire registration fee refunded!! *