Brat Trot 5k
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Terre Haute, Indiana
- Price $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the 10th annual Brat Trot 5k, happening on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, in the vibrant historical brewing district of Terre Haute, Vigo! This exciting event promises a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Participants can choose between two thrilling 5k races: the Beer Challenge 5k, where runners tackle a unique course while enjoying refreshing brews from Afterburner Brewing Company, and the traditional Brat Trot 5k, perfect for those wanting to run without the beer.
The Beer Challenge invites participants aged 21 and over to complete three laps of a one-mile loop, enjoying a 4-ounce beer at each lap for a total of 12 ounces. Meanwhile, families and all ages can join in the fun with the 1-mile Fun Run. Everyone will receive a stylish race t-shirt, a custom bib, and a free brat, along with post-race refreshments. With awards for top finishers in both races and a festive atmosphere, the Brat Trot 5k is not just a race; it’s a celebration! Don’t miss out on this fantastic event in Terre Haute!
The Beer Challenge invites participants aged 21 and over to complete three laps of a one-mile loop, enjoying a 4-ounce beer at each lap for a total of 12 ounces. Meanwhile, families and all ages can join in the fun with the 1-mile Fun Run. Everyone will receive a stylish race t-shirt, a custom bib, and a free brat, along with post-race refreshments. With awards for top finishers in both races and a festive atmosphere, the Brat Trot 5k is not just a race; it’s a celebration! Don’t miss out on this fantastic event in Terre Haute!
Organiser's Description
You wont want to miss the 10th annual Brat Trot 5k through Terre Haute's historical brewing district hosted by Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church!
_THE BRAT TROT HAS 2 AWESOME 5K RACES (THE BEER CHALLENGE 5K AND REGULAR 5K) AND A 1 MILE FUN RUN FOR YOU TO CHOOSE FROM!_
The main event is the Beer Challenge where participants will run our 1 mile loop course through the brewing district. At each lap you must consume a 4 ounce shot glass of beer and have the race volunteer place a check mark on your bib# before continuing on to your next lap. After 3 laps you will then cross the finish line and should have consumed a total of 12 ounces / 1 beer! All beer will be provided by Afterburner Brewing Company!
Parking will be located at the Vigo County Library's Parking lot. Please park in the back of the parking lot, so you do not interfere with those attending the Library. 1 Library Square, Terre Haute, IN 47807
BEER CHALLENGE RULES
- You must be 21+ to participate. (IDs will be checked and participants in this race will receive a different bib# / non-removable bracelet)
- NO ID; NO RACE
- If you do not wear your bib# and/or do not have your 21+ identifying bracelet, you also will not be allowed to participate
- No strollers are allowed in this event. Strollers are allowed in the non-beer Brat Trot 5K
- In order to be eligible for awards you must consume all 3 of the 4 ounce beers, and have a volunteer place a check mark on your bib# for each lap/beer. (You definitely do not have to consume all 3 drinks. Feel free to skip one if you do not want it. You just will not be eligible for awards.)
- You can only consume 1 drink per lap
We also will have a non-beer Brat Trot 5k with all of the fun, but none of the course beer. This event is open to all ages. You will still complete 3 laps of our 1 mile course for your 5k. We will also have post-race awards for this event.
ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:
- An awesome Brat Trot 5k race t-shirt*
- A custom race bib#
- 1 free post-race beer (participants 21 & Over)**
- 1 free Brat
- Post-race refreshments
There will be a $5 price increase for race day registrations.
* You must register by Oct. 5th to be guaranteed a race shirt
** You must have a photo ID for proof of age to compete in the Beer Challenge & and/or for a post race beer.
PARTICIPANTS IN THE BRAT TROT 5K & BEER CHALLENGE 5K ARE ELIGIBLE FOR:
- Post race Beer Stein (Top 3 overall Males and Females both races)
- Bottle Opener Awards (Top 3 in age groups, male/female split for BOTH RACES; Brat Trot 5k and Beer Challenge 5k)
EVENT SCHEDULE
7:30 a.m. - Packet Pickup / Race Day Registration Opens (All Races)
8:30 a.m. - Brat Trot 5k - Packet Pickup / Race Day Registration closes
9:00 a.m. - Brat Trot 5k Start
9:01 a.m. - 1 Mile Fun Run Start
9:30 a.m. - Beer Challenge - Packet Pickup / Race Day Registration closes
10:00 a.m. - Beer Challenge 5k Start
10:15 a.m. - Brat Trot 5k Award Ceremony
11:15 a.m. - Beer Challenge Award Ceremony
_THE BRAT TROT HAS 2 AWESOME 5K RACES (THE BEER CHALLENGE 5K AND REGULAR 5K) AND A 1 MILE FUN RUN FOR YOU TO CHOOSE FROM!_
The main event is the Beer Challenge where participants will run our 1 mile loop course through the brewing district. At each lap you must consume a 4 ounce shot glass of beer and have the race volunteer place a check mark on your bib# before continuing on to your next lap. After 3 laps you will then cross the finish line and should have consumed a total of 12 ounces / 1 beer! All beer will be provided by Afterburner Brewing Company!
Parking will be located at the Vigo County Library's Parking lot. Please park in the back of the parking lot, so you do not interfere with those attending the Library. 1 Library Square, Terre Haute, IN 47807
BEER CHALLENGE RULES
- You must be 21+ to participate. (IDs will be checked and participants in this race will receive a different bib# / non-removable bracelet)
- NO ID; NO RACE
- If you do not wear your bib# and/or do not have your 21+ identifying bracelet, you also will not be allowed to participate
- No strollers are allowed in this event. Strollers are allowed in the non-beer Brat Trot 5K
- In order to be eligible for awards you must consume all 3 of the 4 ounce beers, and have a volunteer place a check mark on your bib# for each lap/beer. (You definitely do not have to consume all 3 drinks. Feel free to skip one if you do not want it. You just will not be eligible for awards.)
- You can only consume 1 drink per lap
We also will have a non-beer Brat Trot 5k with all of the fun, but none of the course beer. This event is open to all ages. You will still complete 3 laps of our 1 mile course for your 5k. We will also have post-race awards for this event.
ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:
- An awesome Brat Trot 5k race t-shirt*
- A custom race bib#
- 1 free post-race beer (participants 21 & Over)**
- 1 free Brat
- Post-race refreshments
There will be a $5 price increase for race day registrations.
* You must register by Oct. 5th to be guaranteed a race shirt
** You must have a photo ID for proof of age to compete in the Beer Challenge & and/or for a post race beer.
PARTICIPANTS IN THE BRAT TROT 5K & BEER CHALLENGE 5K ARE ELIGIBLE FOR:
- Post race Beer Stein (Top 3 overall Males and Females both races)
- Bottle Opener Awards (Top 3 in age groups, male/female split for BOTH RACES; Brat Trot 5k and Beer Challenge 5k)
EVENT SCHEDULE
7:30 a.m. - Packet Pickup / Race Day Registration Opens (All Races)
8:30 a.m. - Brat Trot 5k - Packet Pickup / Race Day Registration closes
9:00 a.m. - Brat Trot 5k Start
9:01 a.m. - 1 Mile Fun Run Start
9:30 a.m. - Beer Challenge - Packet Pickup / Race Day Registration closes
10:00 a.m. - Beer Challenge 5k Start
10:15 a.m. - Brat Trot 5k Award Ceremony
11:15 a.m. - Beer Challenge Award Ceremony
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