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The Mankato Beer Run 5k & .05k

Sat September 21, 2024 Mankato, MN 56003 US Directions
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Beer Run 5k

$55 $38 10:00AM CDT - 2:00PM CDT Price increases after April 30, 2024 at 11:59pm CDT
54 yard dash!

Beer Run .05k - UNTIMED (54 yard dash)

$50 $33 10:00AM CDT - 2:00PM CDT Price increases after April 30, 2024 at 11:59pm CDT

VIRTUAL Beer Run

$55 $45 Price increases after July 31, 2024 at 11:59pm CDT

Description

The Mankato Beer Run 5k & .05k

The Mankato Beer Run 5k & .05k returns to Mankato Brewery on Saturday, September 21 2024. Enjoy the beautiful course throughout neighborhood streets and into both Spring Lake and Hiniker Parks, crossing the finish line right in front of Mankato Brewery!
 
Inside, the beer will be flowing, music will be jumpin’, and folks will be celebrating their 3.1 mile and 54-yard victories!
 
Distances Available

  • 3.1 miles (5k): Walk, run, or jog throughout neighborhood streets, both Spring Lake and Hiniker Parks, ending at Mankato Brewery; all ages and abilities are welcome.

  • 54 yards (.05): A hot 54 yards to glory and all the great perks!

Virtual Option Available! Not able to make race day? Register for the virtual event! Race your family, your dog, or your kid's remote-controlled car across your own finish line. Couch to the fridge and back? Go for it. Log roll down a hill? Sounds like a blast. We're here to Cheers your victory!

Place

1119 Center Street
Mankato, MN US 56003

All Registrations Include:

  • Beautiful 3.1-mile walk or run throughout the Mankato Neighborhoods and Parks

  • Beer Run Sweatshirt

  • Beer Run Collector's Cup

  • Complimentary post-race beer or root beer provided by Mankato Brewery

  • Donation to ECHO Food Shelf

  • Chip-timed race (5k)

  • + more to come!

Packet Pick-Up

Early Packet Pick-Up (recommended option)
When: Friday, September 20 2024
Time: 2-8pm
Where: Mankato Brewery | 1119 Center Street, North Mankato, MN 56003

Race Day Pick-Up
When: Saturday, September 21 2024
Time: 8am-9:45am
Where: Mankato Brewery | 1119 Center Street, North Mankato, MN 56003

*Early pick-up is encouraged. You MAY pick up someone else's packet. If you are picking up 3 or more packets, please email us at cheers@414events.com with all the names and we will have your packets grouped together.
 
Virtual Packet Mailing
Packets will be mailed to the address on your account beginning September 23. Please allow 5-7 days for USPS delivery. 
*You do not need to wait until your packet arrives to enter your results.* 

If you would like, you may pick up your packet in person during the scheduled hours on September 20 at Mankato Brewery.

Registration

  • Early Bird! April 8 - April 30: $38 (5k) | $33 (.05k)

  • May 1 - May 31: $40 (5k) | $35 (.05k)

  • June 1 - July 31: $45 (5k) | $40 (.05k)

  • August 1 - August 31: $48 (5k) | $43 (.05k)

  • September 1 - September 21: $53 (5k) | $48 (.05k)

Event day: Saturday, September 21 at 10:00am.

Dogs and Strollers

The course is a mixed terrain on various public streets and park paths. Caution is recommended for strollers. 

This race is for humans :-)

Cancellation & COVID-19

In the event that we must cancel any upcoming in-person races, we will pivot to a virtual race. Due to all the upfront costs associated with event planning, refunds will not be provided. Your race packets will be mailed directly to the address on your account or we will arrange pick-up/drop-off at another time only if we switch to a virtual event.
 

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of the endurance sports industry.

Transfers

You may transfer your registration to the virtual race at any time. There may be a difference in cost to cover shipping. If you would like us to mail your packet to you, you must complete this process to be included in the virtual mailing.

1) Log in on Runsignup.com
2) Click "Profile" on the top right-hand side of the page
3) Click "My Registrations"
4) Find your event and follow the steps for transfers

*Fees may apply

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