Sonder & Friends Oktoberfest 5K
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Mason, Ohio
- Price $17.25 - $38.45
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun, fitness, and festivities at the Sonder & Friends Oktoberfest 5K on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Mason, Warren! This exciting event is more than just a race; it's a celebration of community and camaraderie, benefiting the Greater Project, which supports children in need both locally and internationally. Participants can look forward to a 5K run/walk and a delightful Kids Root Beer Run, featuring distances for young runners aged up to 10 years.
Join us at Sonder Brewing for a day filled with joy, where you'll enjoy German beers from seven local breweries, delicious festive food, and live music that will keep the spirit high throughout the day. Every participant will receive a free beer ticket or root beer, a unique finisher medal, and there will be awards for the top three male and female finishers, as well as prizes for the largest team and the best Oktoberfest costumes. Families are welcome, with strollers and well-behaved dogs on leashes encouraged to join the fun! Don’t miss this opportunity to run for a great cause and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Oktoberfest in Mason.
Join us at Sonder Brewing for a day filled with joy, where you'll enjoy German beers from seven local breweries, delicious festive food, and live music that will keep the spirit high throughout the day. Every participant will receive a free beer ticket or root beer, a unique finisher medal, and there will be awards for the top three male and female finishers, as well as prizes for the largest team and the best Oktoberfest costumes. Families are welcome, with strollers and well-behaved dogs on leashes encouraged to join the fun! Don’t miss this opportunity to run for a great cause and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Oktoberfest in Mason.
Organiser's Description
Sonder Brewing 5K Run/Walk celebrating Oktoberfest benefiting Greater Project, serving children in need in our community and beyond!
EVENT DETAILS
Sonder & Friends Oktoberfest 5K run/walk and Kids Root Beer Run, hosted at Sonder Brewing [http://sonderbrewing.com/]. 7 local breweries serving German beers, festive food, kids activities, live music and all day festival! Participants receive free beer ticket or root beer, along with a finisher medal. Join us for the race and then stay for the after party.
Medals for ALL FINISHERS and awards for top 3 male/female finishers. Prizes for the largest team and best individual and team Oktoberfest costumes.
Strollers welcome along with well behaved dogs on leash.
KIDS ROOT BEER RUN
The Root Beer Run 10 yard or 50 yard fun dash. It takes place after the 5K on the course and ends over the finish line. Registered kids receive their own swag bag, root beer, sweet treat and finisher medal!
Groups will be divided by age (toddler - 10 years of age):
* 3 years and under (10 yard dash) *parents welcomed to run alongside their toddler
* 4-5 years (50 yard dash)
* 6-7 (50 yard dash)
* 8-10 years (50 yard dash)
PACKET PICK UP
Friday, Sept 26th 3:00-7:00pm, Sonder Brewing
Saturday, September 27th 9:00-9:30am Sonder Brewing
"In person registration available Saturday before the race
RACE SCHEDULE
10:00 am - 5K Run/Walk Start
11:15 am - Awards Ceremony Begins
11:30 am - Kids Root Beer Fun Run music and after party begins!
PAST RESULTS
2024 Results [https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/c7x5zyghccahb557/results]
2023 Results [https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/zwp6qvkprspbempx/results]
2022 Results [https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/6ezjtc6u7gpsbyz3/results?subEvent=]
2021 Results [https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/yfej23juw9epwxrn/results?subEvent=]
BENEFITING
Greater Project is Cincinnati based 501(c)3 certified non-profit. Our goal is to create generational change. We connect people with opportunities to invest in the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children in our local community, Kenya and India. We believe if we bring positive change to the life of a child, they can bring positive change to their community and world. Learn more at GREATERPROJECT.ORG [https://www.greaterproject.org/]
VOLUNTEER
If you or your group would like to volunteer at this fun event, CLICK HERE [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A44ACA928A3FB6-54332934-2025#/] to learn more or contact [email protected]
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
CLICK HERE [https://secure.givelively.org/donate/greater-project/sponsorships-oktoberfest-5k-2025] to learn more. A variety of event sponsorship opportunities are available, including custom sponsorships. Over 1,000 participants and 3,000 Oktoberfest event guests will hear your name and see your brand. Greater Project is a 501(c)(3) and your donation can be tax deductible.
EVENT DETAILS
Sonder & Friends Oktoberfest 5K run/walk and Kids Root Beer Run, hosted at Sonder Brewing [http://sonderbrewing.com/]. 7 local breweries serving German beers, festive food, kids activities, live music and all day festival! Participants receive free beer ticket or root beer, along with a finisher medal. Join us for the race and then stay for the after party.
Medals for ALL FINISHERS and awards for top 3 male/female finishers. Prizes for the largest team and best individual and team Oktoberfest costumes.
Strollers welcome along with well behaved dogs on leash.
KIDS ROOT BEER RUN
The Root Beer Run 10 yard or 50 yard fun dash. It takes place after the 5K on the course and ends over the finish line. Registered kids receive their own swag bag, root beer, sweet treat and finisher medal!
Groups will be divided by age (toddler - 10 years of age):
* 3 years and under (10 yard dash) *parents welcomed to run alongside their toddler
* 4-5 years (50 yard dash)
* 6-7 (50 yard dash)
* 8-10 years (50 yard dash)
PACKET PICK UP
Friday, Sept 26th 3:00-7:00pm, Sonder Brewing
Saturday, September 27th 9:00-9:30am Sonder Brewing
"In person registration available Saturday before the race
RACE SCHEDULE
10:00 am - 5K Run/Walk Start
11:15 am - Awards Ceremony Begins
11:30 am - Kids Root Beer Fun Run music and after party begins!
PAST RESULTS
2024 Results [https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/c7x5zyghccahb557/results]
2023 Results [https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/zwp6qvkprspbempx/results]
2022 Results [https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/6ezjtc6u7gpsbyz3/results?subEvent=]
2021 Results [https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-US/results/yfej23juw9epwxrn/results?subEvent=]
BENEFITING
Greater Project is Cincinnati based 501(c)3 certified non-profit. Our goal is to create generational change. We connect people with opportunities to invest in the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children in our local community, Kenya and India. We believe if we bring positive change to the life of a child, they can bring positive change to their community and world. Learn more at GREATERPROJECT.ORG [https://www.greaterproject.org/]
VOLUNTEER
If you or your group would like to volunteer at this fun event, CLICK HERE [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A44ACA928A3FB6-54332934-2025#/] to learn more or contact [email protected]
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
CLICK HERE [https://secure.givelively.org/donate/greater-project/sponsorships-oktoberfest-5k-2025] to learn more. A variety of event sponsorship opportunities are available, including custom sponsorships. Over 1,000 participants and 3,000 Oktoberfest event guests will hear your name and see your brand. Greater Project is a 501(c)(3) and your donation can be tax deductible.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.45
CLOSED -
Sip & Support
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th September 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.45
CLOSED -
Kids Root Beer Fun Run
Incl. $2.25 Fee
Sat 27th September 2025 (11:30AM EDT)
$17.25
CLOSED
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