Beer City Half Marathon
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Beer City Half SLAM : event overview
Beer City Half SLAM is a running and beer festival held in August 2026 at Quarry Lakes Park in Fremont, California. The event combines road and park running with on-site beer tasting. It coincides with National Clear the Shelters Month and includes a fundraising element: proceeds from the Top Dog Dash support the Pets in Need rescue and adoption organization. The event is described as the final race of the summer and includes a mix of timed races, social running events, and a beer-only ticket option.
Distances and special events
- Half Marathon
- 10k
- 5k
- Beat the Beast Beer Mile : drink four 12-oz beers while running one mile.
- The Beer Stroll
- Top Dog Dash : run with your dog on-leash; proceeds support Pets in Need; participants receive capes.
- Beer Tasting Only : no exercise required; open to ages 18-100.
Additional details: Beat the Beast pairs runners against a costumed "Beer City Beast" that can eliminate competitors who are caught. The Top Dog Dash is a returning event tied to animal rescue efforts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.