Saint Charles Oktoberfest
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Event details
The Saint Charles Oktoberfest holds 5K and 10K races in historic Saint Charles on Sunday, September 28, 2025. The courses are described as fast and flat and wind through historic Main Street, the Frenchtown District, and the Katy Trail. The start and finish are at Frontier Park and the races finish into the Saint Charles Oktoberfest riverfront festival. The event benefits the Disabled Athlete Sports Association (DASA).
Distances
- 5K
- 10K
Registration, packet pick-up and race services
Registration is limited to the first 750 participants. No refunds are issued for inclement weather or inability to attend unless refund protection is purchased; registrations may not be transferred. All registrants receive a custom race bib, commemorative medal, and event shirt (shirts available while supplies last). Participants aged 21 and over receive one free beer after the race via a ticket on the bib and a beer bracelet for festival access with valid photo ID. Water is available at the finish line.
Packet pick-up is at Fleet Feet St. Charles (3813 Mexico Rd, Saint Charles, MO) on Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27. Race-day packet pick-up/registration is at Frontier Park. Awards are presented at the Jaycee Stage for overall and age-group places, plus hand cycle division awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.