The race begins promptly at 8:15 AM. All participants should be at the start line by 8:00 AM for our pre-race announcements, welcome, and opening ceremony.

We recommend arriving between 7:00–7:30 AM to allow plenty of time for parking, bib pickup (if needed), using the restroom, and warming up before the race.

Free parking is available on-site at BrewDog Cleveland. Parking is first come, first served, so we encourage arriving early to secure a spot.

Participants have two options for bib pickup:

Early Bib Pickup

• Wednesday, August 12

• 5:30–8:00 PM

• BrewDog Cleveland during Good Work Wednesday

Race Day Bib Pickup

• Begins at 7:00 AM

• Ends promptly at 8:00 AM

Please arrive early if you are picking up your bib on race morning.

Every registered participant receives:

• Official Brews Cruise race shirt

• Finisher medal

• Race bib

• Goodie bag

• Complimentary mini doughnut from Brewnuts

• Access to the post-race brunch hosted by BrewDog

For the safety of all participants, dogs are not permitted on the race course.

Strollers are only allowed for the 1-Mile Walk. We ask that participants with strollers begin near the back of the group and be mindful of others throughout the course.

Yes! Hydration stations will be available throughout the race.

• Water stations: Approximately Mile 1.4 and Mile 2.8

• Electrolytes: SISU will provide on-course electrolyte hydration.

• Additional water and refreshments will be available at the finish line.

• Those who need additional water should plan to carry a handheld with them.

Our post-race celebration begins at approximately 9:00 AM and includes:

• Awards ceremony

• Overall and age group winner recognition

• Post-race brunch hosted by BrewDog

• Music and community celebration

5K Awards

Top 3 Male and Female Finishers:

• 1st Place: $50 Visa gift card
• 2nd Place: $35 Visa gift card
• 3rd Place: $20 Visa gift card

10K Awards

Top 3 Male and Female Finishers:

• 1st Place: 90-minute massage (courtesy of Great Lakes Health & Wellness)
• 2nd Place: 60-minute massage (courtesy of Great Lakes Health & Wellness)
• 3rd Place: 30-minute massage (courtesy of Great Lakes Health & Wellness)

Age Group Awards

Top 3 finishers in each age group receive a special award medal.

5K Age Groups: 10–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69

10K Age Groups: 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69

Restrooms will be available inside BrewDog before and after the race. A public restroom will also be available at the 10K turnaround.

Yes. Someone else may pick up your bib on your behalf. Please have them bring your registration confirmation or be able to verify your registration information.

Yes! The 5K and 10K are professionally timed, and official race results will be posted after the event.

The course will be supported by volunteers, race staff, and traffic control personnel. Please follow all instructions from course marshals and volunteers throughout the race.

The Brews Cruise is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of severe weather or unsafe conditions, participants will be notified of any schedule changes through email and Good Work Gang’s social media channels.

Race day registration will be available only if the event has not sold out. We highly encourage registering in advance to guarantee your spot and preferred shirt size.

Registration transfers and deferrals will follow the policies of our registration platform. Please contact the race organizers before race weekend if you have questions.

If you have additional questions before race day, please reach out to the Good Work Gang team through our social media channels or email us at thegoodworkgang@gmail.com. We’re happy to help!

We can’t wait to see you at the starting line. Thanks for being part of the inaugural Brews Cruise 5K & 10K!