The Best Races - Evanston

The Best Races in Evanston hosts the "Cheers to Oktoberfest Run," a festive running event held at Elliott Park, Evanston, Illinois. This race offers multiple distances including 5K, 10K, and a half-marathon (13.1 miles), along with a family-friendly 1-mile fun run and a virtual run option. The event embraces Bavarian spirit with participants encouraged to wear traditional attire like lederhosen and dirndls, creating a fun and friendly atmosphere.

It is a smaller, private group run with capped waves to maintain a supportive, stress-free environment suitable for all ages and paces. Participants receive swag including a running T-shirt, finisher’s medal, towel, and digital training pack, with no timing chips used to keep the event relaxed. The race promotes community involvement through local running clubs and charity initiatives. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.