Named one of the Top 100 Races in America by BibRave, our certified and professionally timed 5K welcomes everyone from competitive runners chasing a PR to walkers who simply love great craft beer. However you pace yourself, this event is for you.
The race begins at the scenic Mount Saint Mary Park in St. Charles, winds along the beautiful river path toward Geneva through Wheeler Park, and finishes back at Mount Saint Mary Park just in time for the BrewFest celebration.
The Twist? Beer on the Course.
That’s right. Along the route, runners will find 5 Beer Stops featuring local craft breweries serving 3-ounce samples. Weird? We prefer to call it deliciously fun.
The Celebration Continues at BrewFest
After crossing the finish line, the party kicks off with:
Over the past 9 years, this event has helped us donate nearly $80,000 in adaptive bicycles and we are just getting started.
Run. Sip. Celebrate. Make a difference.
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
12:00
$65.00
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — BrewFest Only (No 5K)
Type — Running
12:30
$50.00
Oct 03, 2026
Distance — Designated Driver (BrewFest Only - No Beer)
Type — Running
12:30
$15.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in St. Charles.
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