Minster Oktoberfest Classic 10k 2026

The Minster Oktoberfest Classic 10k is a flat, fast road race in Minster, Ohio. It begins at Minster High School on East 7th Street and is held during the Minster Oktoberfest weekend. This race has been contested for decades and is part of the Run Ohio Grand Prix Series. It offers a small-town atmosphere with the competitive spirit of a larger event, evidenced by its course records of 28:18 for men and 31:57 for women. The course is designed for speed, featuring music and festival energy instead of a quiet route. Runners are incentivized with prize money for the top 10 finishers, awards for Masters, Grand Masters, top local Minster runners, age-group winners, and finishers in the quarter-pack, middle-pack, and three-quarter-pack categories. A 1-mile Fun Run, finisher medals, a budget-friendly entry option, and a virtual race are also available. Post-race, participants can enjoy Oktoberfest offerings like beer, brats, music, and crafts.