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HRCA Oktoberfest 5K

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Walk · 5K

Sep 26, 2026 · Littleton, Colorado, US

Annual tradition since 2026

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Put on your lederhosen and sneakers as we kick off the annual HRCA Oktoberfest 5K in Town Center on Saturday, September 26, starting at 9:00 a.m.! Celebrate fall with a family-friendly, fun-filled morning — this course is perfect for all ability levels, from first-time 5K participants to seasoned runners, kids, parents with strollers, and even your furry friends.

Keep your eyes peeled — a blue kettlebell will be hidden along the course! Whoever finds it and brings it back to the finish wins $100!

All participants will receive the following: 

  • Race t-shirt
  • Custom giveaway
  • Custom race bib
  • Pancake breakfast from Flippin' Flapjacks
  • Post-race beer from Living the Dream Brewing

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