Oktoberfest Run KANSAS CITY 2026

The Oktoberfest Run Kansas City is a fall 5K and 10K starting at KC Running Company on East 135th Street in Kansas City, Missouri. The race route goes through historic Martin City. The event is themed around Oktoberfest, offering runners a choice of distances before they can enjoy Bavarian-style food, drinks, and music. The course follows the streets of Martin City, a historic district in the southern part of the Kansas City area. The event attracts runners seeking a fast 5K or 10K, those preferring a relaxed seasonal run, and families, with a Kids Run available alongside the main races. All finishers get a large medal, and participants can purchase an event mug or shirt. Awards are given to overall winners, masters winners, and age-group runners from 10 and under to 80-plus.