The Last Best Beer Run and 5k
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 9:45AM MDT
- Location Billings, Montana
- Price $27.95 - $49.11
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at The Last Best Beer Run and 5K on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in beautiful Billings, Yellowstone! This exciting event offers two unique races: the 5K Run, starting at 9:45 AM, where participants can dash past beer stations without stopping, and the fun-filled Beer Run, which kicks off with an elite wave at 10:00 AM. Runners in the Beer Run will enjoy 8 to 10 4-ounce pours of craft beer along the scenic course, making it a delightful challenge for beer lovers and fitness enthusiasts alike!
As part of the vibrant Billings Craft Beer Week, the Last Best Beer Run is sure to be a highlight, with exciting themed activities, including an Olympic costume contest, where participants can showcase their creativity. After crossing the finish line, all runners will gain access to an exhilarating after-party with food trucks and more fun. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible celebration of craft beer and community spirit. Mark your calendars and secure your spot, as spaces are limited!
As part of the vibrant Billings Craft Beer Week, the Last Best Beer Run is sure to be a highlight, with exciting themed activities, including an Olympic costume contest, where participants can showcase their creativity. After crossing the finish line, all runners will gain access to an exhilarating after-party with food trucks and more fun. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible celebration of craft beer and community spirit. Mark your calendars and secure your spot, as spaces are limited!
Organiser's Description
THE EVENTS:
5K RUN: No beer, all run. This will be the first wave that starts right at 9:45am. Run past all the beer stations and get to the finish line without stopping! Don't worry, your race entry still gets you into the after party if you are over 21! We are limiting the NO BEER 5K to 300 People.
BEER RUN: Same course as 5k Run. This will be run in multiple waves! Starting with an "Elite Wave" at 10:00am. You'll drink between 8 and 10 4-ounce pours of beer along the way. Water will be available at each beer station, and bathrooms will be available near the halfway mark! The BEER RUN 5K is limited to 500 people.
There will be two BLAH AND BLAH themed items hidden on the course and one hidden at the after party. Bring one to the Race Director and you will win a prize!
COSTUME CONTEST: Olympic Themed. Come as an Olympic icon, modern or historical. The Last Best Beer Run is the unofficial official Montana Beer Olympics for 2025!
AFTER PARTY: All participants in the run automatically have tickets to the afterparty. Extra tickets can be purchased here or at the event. Price increases on May 1st, 2025.
Food Trucks:
TBD
Tis the season for amazing craft beer, themed runs, and awesome events. The 2025 Billings Craft Beer Week will take place Sunday, May 11th through Saturday May 17th. There will be events throughout the week with the Last Best Beer Run rounding out the week! Participants can win awesome prizes by visiting multiple breweries, and dont forget to download the BILLINGS BREW PASS [https://www.visitbillings.com/billings-brew-trail] to log all of your brewery stops and win a Brew Trail limited run t-shirt! Its only available during the weeks festivities and while supplies last.
Learn more: https://www.visitbillings.com/blog/arts-culture-events/2025-craft-beer-week
T-Shirt Deadline: April 30th. Shirts will be ordered on May 1st. We will be ordering extra, but you will not be guaranteed your preferred size after this date!
NO REFUNDS
5K RUN: No beer, all run. This will be the first wave that starts right at 9:45am. Run past all the beer stations and get to the finish line without stopping! Don't worry, your race entry still gets you into the after party if you are over 21! We are limiting the NO BEER 5K to 300 People.
BEER RUN: Same course as 5k Run. This will be run in multiple waves! Starting with an "Elite Wave" at 10:00am. You'll drink between 8 and 10 4-ounce pours of beer along the way. Water will be available at each beer station, and bathrooms will be available near the halfway mark! The BEER RUN 5K is limited to 500 people.
There will be two BLAH AND BLAH themed items hidden on the course and one hidden at the after party. Bring one to the Race Director and you will win a prize!
COSTUME CONTEST: Olympic Themed. Come as an Olympic icon, modern or historical. The Last Best Beer Run is the unofficial official Montana Beer Olympics for 2025!
AFTER PARTY: All participants in the run automatically have tickets to the afterparty. Extra tickets can be purchased here or at the event. Price increases on May 1st, 2025.
Food Trucks:
TBD
Tis the season for amazing craft beer, themed runs, and awesome events. The 2025 Billings Craft Beer Week will take place Sunday, May 11th through Saturday May 17th. There will be events throughout the week with the Last Best Beer Run rounding out the week! Participants can win awesome prizes by visiting multiple breweries, and dont forget to download the BILLINGS BREW PASS [https://www.visitbillings.com/billings-brew-trail] to log all of your brewery stops and win a Brew Trail limited run t-shirt! Its only available during the weeks festivities and while supplies last.
Learn more: https://www.visitbillings.com/blog/arts-culture-events/2025-craft-beer-week
T-Shirt Deadline: April 30th. Shirts will be ordered on May 1st. We will be ordering extra, but you will not be guaranteed your preferred size after this date!
NO REFUNDS
Races
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5k Run (No Beer During the Race)
Incl. $3.82 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:45AM MDT)
$43.82
A flat and fast 5k course. No beer during the race. Includes entry into the post race beer garden. Have a taste post race from Thirsty Street, Angry Hanks, Canyon Creek, Uberbrew and By All Means while waiting for the other breweries to arrive back at the finish line. Must wear your wristband from packet pickup until after the event. -
Elite Beer Run
Incl. $4.11 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:00AM MDT)
$49.11
Men: Must be capable of a sub 20 minute 5k (without drinking beer) Women: Must be capable of a sub 22 minute 5k (without drinking beer) Drink 8x4ounce pours of beer that are spread throughout the course. Includes entry into the post race beer garden. Have a taste post race from Thirsty Street, Angry Hanks, Canyon Creek, Uberbrew and By All Means while waiting for the other breweries to arrive back at the finish line. Must wear your wristband from packet pickup until after the event. -
Beer Run
Incl. $4.11 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:02AM MDT)
$49.11
Drink 8x4ounce pours of beer that are spread throughout the course. Includes entry into the post race beer garden. Have a taste post race from Thirsty Street, Angry Hanks, Canyon Creek, Uberbrew and By All Means while waiting for the other breweries to arrive back at the finish line. Must wear your wristband from packet pickup until after the event. -
After Party Ticket
Incl. $2.95 Fee
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:30AM MDT)
$27.95
You only need to purchase this if you will not be running in one of the three above events. The After Party Ticket is included in the cost of the runs. If you purchase one of these and the run, there will be no refunds, but you can transfer it to a friend or family member. Must be 21+ to Purchase. Bring your ID when you arrive to get your entry wristband. Live music and beer included. Food trucks will be onsight selling food.
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