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32nd Beat Beethoven 5K

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 11:00 AM AKDT

Location
Fairbanks, AK
1890 Tanana Lp E, 99709
Featured distance
5K
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Race against Beethoven's 5th Symphony in this unique 5K, starting with a live maestro's downbeat. A spirited fundraiser for the Fairbanks Symphony.

  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join the 32nd Beat Beethoven 5K, a unique event where your race against time begins with Maestro Zilberkant's downbeat for Beethoven's 5th Symphony. The challenge is to complete the 5K distance before the symphony concludes, with the music streamed live from KUAC local radio, featuring the Fairbanks Symphony. This all-ages, all-abilities run serves as a fundraiser for the Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra, offering a memorable experience in Fairbanks, AK.

What to expect

  • Experience a one-of-a-kind start as a maestro drops the baton for Beethoven's 5th Symphony.
  • Challenge yourself to finish the 5K before the symphony's final note.
  • Enjoy the Fairbanks Symphony's music streamed live during your run.

Standout details

  • Start with a live maestro's downbeat
  • Race against Beethoven's 5th Symphony
  • Benefits Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra
  • Music streamed during the run

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From the organizer

Join us for the annual Beat Beethoven 5K running race! This is an all ages, all abilities event that is a fundraiser for the Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra. Racers will start when Maestro Zilberkant drops his baton and gives the down beat for the start of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony! (Bum-bum-bum-baaa!)  The goal is to finish the 5k before the end of the symphony. Music will be streamed from KUAC local radio and the recording will be our very own Fairbanks Symphony! Racers can listen to the music during the run.

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