Chili Bowl Classic 5K
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the 39th annual Chili Bowl Classic 5K on Saturday, February 21, 2026! This exciting event will take place in the heart of Cleveland, Cuyahoga, starting from the iconic Hofbräuhaus Cleveland located at 1550 Chester Ave. Runners and walkers of all skill levels are invited to tackle the relatively flat and fast 5K course, which promises an exhilarating race experience.
Not only will participants enjoy the rush of competition, but they'll also be treated to some of the finest chili in the city, lovingly prepared by Cleveland's brave firefighters and police officers. The event kicks off at 9:30 AM, with registration and packet pickup starting at 8 AM. After the race, stick around for the fun awards ceremony and the popular beer stein holding contest! With a vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, and a chance to support local charities, the Chili Bowl Classic 5K is the perfect way to celebrate community spirit and athletic achievement. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day!
Not only will participants enjoy the rush of competition, but they'll also be treated to some of the finest chili in the city, lovingly prepared by Cleveland's brave firefighters and police officers. The event kicks off at 9:30 AM, with registration and packet pickup starting at 8 AM. After the race, stick around for the fun awards ceremony and the popular beer stein holding contest! With a vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, and a chance to support local charities, the Chili Bowl Classic 5K is the perfect way to celebrate community spirit and athletic achievement. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
Join the areas finest runners for the 39th anniversary of this classic race and enjoy tasty chili made by Clevelands finest Firefighters and Police Officers! The 5k course is a relatively flat and fast and the chili is hot and delicious and the atmosphere electric ensuring a fun and memorable experience for all runners and walkers!
Date and Time
February 21, 2026
9:30am
LOCATION
Hofbr"auhaus Cleveland
1550 Chester Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114
REGISTRATION FEE'S
RUNNER'S PACKAGE:
Early Bird Special $30 thru November 30
Regular Registration $35.00 December 1 thru February 12
Late Registration $40.00 February 13 thru Race Day
SPECTATOR PACKAGE:
$15.00 No race no shirt. Includes a choice of mug and a taste of the finest chili in Cleveland!
Stein Holding Contest:
$10.00
This is a separate event and does not include your entry into the race or race shirt.
All money goes towards the Cleveland Police and Fire Departments charities.
Male and Female winners will receive a $50 Hofbr"auhaus gift card.
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS:
Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once weve received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to other people, and entry fees are not transferable to the next years race or any other race.
You are able to transfer your entry to another person in your RunSignUp profile. Just log in and look for the race. There will be an option to transfer. There will be NO transfers on race day!
If you were unable to attend, you can pick up your shirt at one of the packet pickup locations prior to the race or from our office after the race we do not mail shirts. Please call the office ahead of time to let us know that you are coming.
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th Street Suite #2
Cleveland Ohio 44113
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
8 Registration and packet pickup begin inside the Hofbrauhaus Cleveland, 1550 Chester Avenue, Cleveland 44114Breakfast and beer specials for purchase begin
9 5K starts
10 Top finishers announced
11 Beer stein holding contest
Race starts and finishes on Chester Avenue just past E. 18th.
Once you finish, enjoy delicious chili made by Clevelands Finest Cleveland Police and Fire departments!
Date and Time
February 21, 2026
9:30am
LOCATION
Hofbr"auhaus Cleveland
1550 Chester Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114
REGISTRATION FEE'S
RUNNER'S PACKAGE:
Early Bird Special $30 thru November 30
Regular Registration $35.00 December 1 thru February 12
Late Registration $40.00 February 13 thru Race Day
SPECTATOR PACKAGE:
$15.00 No race no shirt. Includes a choice of mug and a taste of the finest chili in Cleveland!
Stein Holding Contest:
$10.00
This is a separate event and does not include your entry into the race or race shirt.
All money goes towards the Cleveland Police and Fire Departments charities.
Male and Female winners will receive a $50 Hofbr"auhaus gift card.
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS:
Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once weve received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to other people, and entry fees are not transferable to the next years race or any other race.
You are able to transfer your entry to another person in your RunSignUp profile. Just log in and look for the race. There will be an option to transfer. There will be NO transfers on race day!
If you were unable to attend, you can pick up your shirt at one of the packet pickup locations prior to the race or from our office after the race we do not mail shirts. Please call the office ahead of time to let us know that you are coming.
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th Street Suite #2
Cleveland Ohio 44113
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
8 Registration and packet pickup begin inside the Hofbrauhaus Cleveland, 1550 Chester Avenue, Cleveland 44114Breakfast and beer specials for purchase begin
9 5K starts
10 Top finishers announced
11 Beer stein holding contest
Race starts and finishes on Chester Avenue just past E. 18th.
Once you finish, enjoy delicious chili made by Clevelands Finest Cleveland Police and Fire departments!
Races
-
5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (9:30AM EST)
$43.40
CLOSED -
Spectator Package
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 21st February 2026 (9:30AM EST)
$16.90
CLOSED
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