Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest Presented by 93 Octane Brewery 2026
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 12:00PM CDT
- Location St. Charles, Illinois
- Price $18.49 - $70.39
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind experience at the Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in beautiful St. Charles, Kane! This isn't your typical race; it's a vibrant celebration that combines a certified and professionally timed 5K with a lively BrewFest. Perfect for everyone, from competitive runners aiming for personal records to casual walkers who appreciate a great craft beer, the event kicks off at Mount Saint Mary Park and takes participants on a scenic route along the river path towards Geneva, culminating back at the park just in time for the festivities.
The fun doesn't stop at the finish line! Runners can enjoy unique Beer Stops along the course, featuring local craft breweries serving up delicious 3-ounce samples. Once you cross the finish line, the BrewFest celebration awaits, offering 18 beer samples, live music, delicious food vendors, and exciting raffle opportunities, including the popular Mountain of Beer! Plus, the event supports a noble cause—proceeds benefit Project Mobility, providing adaptive cycling opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Join us for a day of running, sipping, and celebrating while making a meaningful difference in the community!
The fun doesn't stop at the finish line! Runners can enjoy unique Beer Stops along the course, featuring local craft breweries serving up delicious 3-ounce samples. Once you cross the finish line, the BrewFest celebration awaits, offering 18 beer samples, live music, delicious food vendors, and exciting raffle opportunities, including the popular Mountain of Beer! Plus, the event supports a noble cause—proceeds benefit Project Mobility, providing adaptive cycling opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Join us for a day of running, sipping, and celebrating while making a meaningful difference in the community!
Organiser's Description
A BEER 5K & ST. CHARLES BREWFEST
HOPS FOR HOPE IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL 5K. IT IS A RACE AND A CELEBRATION ALL IN ONE!
Named one of the Top 100 Races in America by BibRave, our certified and professionally timed 5K welcomes everyone from competitive runners chasing a PR to walkers who simply love great craft beer. However you pace yourself, this event is for you.
The race begins at the scenic Mount Saint Mary Park in St. Charles, winds along the beautiful river path toward Geneva through Wheeler Park, and finishes back at Mount Saint Mary Park just in time for the BrewFest celebration.
THE TWIST? BEER ON THE COURSE.
Thats right. Along the route, runners will find Beer Stops featuring local craft breweries serving 3-ounce samples. Weird? We prefer to call it deliciously fun.
THE CELEBRATION CONTINUES AT BREWFEST
After crossing the finish line, the party kicks off with:
* 18 beer samples included with your registration
* Live music
* Food vendors
* Raffle tickets for our fan-favorite Mountain of Beer
* Our inspiring Adaptive Bike Giveaway Presentation, the heart of why we gather
* Why We Run and Sip
* Proceeds from Hops for Hope support Project Mobilitys mission to provide adaptive cycling opportunities for children, adults, and wounded service members with disabilities.
Over the past 9 years, this event has helped us donate nearly $80,000 in adaptive bicycles and we are just getting started.
RUN. SIP. CELEBRATE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
HOPS FOR HOPE IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL 5K. IT IS A RACE AND A CELEBRATION ALL IN ONE!
Named one of the Top 100 Races in America by BibRave, our certified and professionally timed 5K welcomes everyone from competitive runners chasing a PR to walkers who simply love great craft beer. However you pace yourself, this event is for you.
The race begins at the scenic Mount Saint Mary Park in St. Charles, winds along the beautiful river path toward Geneva through Wheeler Park, and finishes back at Mount Saint Mary Park just in time for the BrewFest celebration.
THE TWIST? BEER ON THE COURSE.
Thats right. Along the route, runners will find Beer Stops featuring local craft breweries serving 3-ounce samples. Weird? We prefer to call it deliciously fun.
THE CELEBRATION CONTINUES AT BREWFEST
After crossing the finish line, the party kicks off with:
* 18 beer samples included with your registration
* Live music
* Food vendors
* Raffle tickets for our fan-favorite Mountain of Beer
* Our inspiring Adaptive Bike Giveaway Presentation, the heart of why we gather
* Why We Run and Sip
* Proceeds from Hops for Hope support Project Mobilitys mission to provide adaptive cycling opportunities for children, adults, and wounded service members with disabilities.
Over the past 9 years, this event has helped us donate nearly $80,000 in adaptive bicycles and we are just getting started.
RUN. SIP. CELEBRATE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
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