Oktoberfest Runs @ Stony Creek

About the Event

Welcome to the Oktoberfest @ Stony Creek 30k, Half Marathon, 10k and 5k event taking place amidst the picturesque landscapes of Stony Creek Metropark in Shelby Township, Michigan, this fall! This is the same great event that has been taking place for over 10 years. Past events have been in November, but we have placed this with the half marathon and 30k distances PERFECT and Specifically for your final tune-up run before the fall marathons!

Join us for a day of exhilarating events, featuring something for everyone, whether you're a seasoned marathoner, a casual runner, or a first-time participant. Our event offers a range of distances, including the perfect tune-up distance of 30k (18.6), half marathon, 10k, and 5k races, catering to all levels of fitness and experience.

Set against the backdrop of the stunning Stony Creek Metropark, runners will traverse scenic trails, winding through lush forests, across sparkling lakeshores, and amidst vibrant autumn foliage. As you conquer each mile, you'll be treated to breathtaking views and invigorating fresh air, making for an unforgettable racing experience.

Whether you're aiming for a personal best, seeking to challenge yourself, or simply looking to enjoy a leisurely run in nature, the Stony Creek Marathon and Half Marathon event promises a memorable and rewarding day for all participants. So lace up your shoes, gather your friends and family, and join us for a day of fitness, fun, and camaraderie at Stony Creek Metropark this fall!

Get all your race day schedules, and more information on our website. We look forward to welcoming you to the Stony Creek Oktoberfest event for an unforgettable day of running amidst the beauty of Michigan's autumn landscape.

Races Offered

10k

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 6.2 Miles

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$55.00

30k

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 18.6 Miles

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$120.00

5k

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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$50.00

Half Marathon

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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$110.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Shelby Township.

thermostat Temperature

7.7° / 15.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

4.4° / 12.5°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 20m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

13.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

72.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:01

nightlight Sunset

19:00

About Shelby Township

Learn more about the host city, Shelby Township.

Shelby is a civil township of Oceana County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 4,109 at the 2020 census.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results

Official finishing times from previous editions of Oktoberfest Runs @ Stony Creek.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Sharon Turnas	F	71	Sterling Heights, MI	—

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Diana Udrea	F	47	Sterling Heights, MI	—

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	J. Turnas	M	11	Rochester, MI	—

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Maggy Zidar	F	68	Pontiac, MI	1:16:22.23
🥇	Carol Whiteford	F	67	Lucan, ON	2:16:20.45
🥇	Maggy Zidar	F	69	Pontiac, MI	37:40.05
🥇	Kathleen Jensen	F	64	Harristown, IL	5:30:44.16
🥈	Sherri Iddings	F	64	Dayton, OH	1:31:52.28
🥈	Linda Baker	F	66	Hudson, MI	3:24:38.28
🥈	chanru mullan	F	62	Rochester, MI	40:01.86
🥈	Kathy Hicks	F	69	Middletown, OH	6:03:11.41
🥉	Gabriele Halsall	F	67	Washington, MI	2:08:49.05
🥉	Nancy NORDLIE	F	66	Birmingham, MI	46:36.95
4	Joanne Raver	F	64	Auburn Hills, MI	46:42.07
5	Cynde Janiszewski	F	62	Warren, MI	54:39.5
6	Riki Ray	F	60	Rochester Hills, MI	55:10.4
7	Paula Drangin	F	61	Clarkston, MI	55:10.9
8	Marilyn Elsarelli	F	65	Leonard, MI	56:23.18

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Adam Specht	M	42	Farmington Hills, MI	45:14.96
🥈	C. Wisniewski	M	12	Farmington, MI	48:41.72
🥉	David Mann	M	59	Dearborn Heights, MI	49:38.52
4	Jason Geisz	M	42	Birmingham, MI	49:57.9
5	Andrea Hedrick	F	40	Oakland, MI	50:19.99
6	Jaime Siskosky	F	39	Oakland, MI	52:06.71
7	Yuki Homma	F	48	West Bloomfield, MI	52:31.59
8	Jack Dynes	M	26	Livonia, MI	52:49.72
9	Ryan Solecki	M	45	Clinton Township, MI	52:54.49
10	Josianne Abboud	F	34	Birmingham, MI	53:32.99
11	Brian Foster	M	34	Milwaukee, WI	54:01.28
12	Christopher Edick	M	36	Royal Oak, MI	54:27.12
13	Fadi Elisha	M	35	West Bloomfield, MI	54:50.97
14	Nedda Elisha	F	27	West Bloomfield, MI	54:53.21
15	James Clements	M	53	Clarkston, MI	56:20.16
16	G. Kim	F	12	West Bloomfield, MI	56:33.47
17	Silvia Gruber	F	35	Brighton, MI	56:55.74
18	Laura Popplestone	F	35	Troy, MI	56:58.89
19	Beth Luttrell	F	51	Southfield, MI	56:59.77
20	RAYMOND VANSTEENISTE	M	39	Ray, MI	58:07.5
21	Valentine Shammami	M	28	West Bloomfield, MI	58:39.72
22	Andrew Abramouski	M	35	Royal Oak, MI	58:57.8
23	Tenny Mckinley	M	29	—	59:05.52
24	Emily Dennis	F	32	Southgate, MI	59:54.23
25	Mike Gentile	M	57	Northville, MI	1:00:56.12
26	Kameron Donald	M	33	Romulus, MI	1:01:34.91
27	JACQUELINE CONZ	F	49	Wyandotte, MI	1:02:17.43
28	Bryan Taube	M	49	Novi, MI	1:04:05.4
29	Jason Willis	M	32	Macomb, MI	1:04:54.21
30	Angela Ogg	F	28	Southgate, MI	1:05:27.84
31	Agata Powalka	F	56	Shelby Township, MI	1:05:45.4
32	Michael Lossing	M	54	Lake Orion, MI	1:05:50.11
33	Caitlin McClure	F	34	South Lyon, MI	1:07:49.45
34	Rebecca Hasson	F	41	Ann Arbor, MI	1:07:49.71
35	Lisa Hammon	F	46	Lincoln Park, MI	1:07:58.6
36	TRAVIS Kajy	M	31	West Bloomfield, MI	1:09:37.72
37	Candice Yono	F	31	West Bloomfield, MI	1:09:38.14
38	Matt Dzieciolowski	M	42	Rochester, MI	1:10:34.05
39	Paul Kilgore	M	57	Bloomfield Hills, MI	1:12:43.94
40	Cheryl Cowdrey	F	44	Fenton, MI	1:12:45.23
41	G. Cusmano	M	12	Sterling Heights, MI	1:12:58.3
42	Erin Szaroleta	F	38	Hazel Park, MI	1:13:25.02
43	Viktor Karnatovskyi	M	60	Sterling Heights, MI	1:13:39.75
44	Andrea Lucido	F	34	Clarkston, MI	1:13:40.24
45	Sarah Nitz	F	40	Taylor, MI	1:18:31.01
46	Lesli Clements	F	51	Clarkston, MI	1:19:17.92
47	Heather Lossing	F	50	Lake Orion, MI	1:19:18.27
48	Rhonda J Gaines	F	49	Southgate, MI	1:19:32.34
49	Rob Nitz	M	39	Taylor, MI	1:19:59.27
50	Katie Wagner	F	33	Washington, MI	1:21:46.45

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Matt Mackey	M	24	Whitmore Lake, MI	4:17:53.47
🥈	Razvan Lazareanu	M	49	Toronto, ON	4:31:06.98
🥉	Barb Mackey	F	52	Dexter, MI	4:39:04.76
4	Zachary Fairchild	M	40	New Hudson, MI	5:01:41.81
5	Garret Ehred	M	32	Dearborn, MI	5:15:10.13
6	Emerson Florka	M	23	Memphis, MI	5:34:01.82
7	Sarah Poulin	F	38	Grass Lake, MI	6:26:10.99