Oktoberfest Run & Walk

Oktoberfest 5K Run & Walk

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Start Line
Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots
1751 Gentilly Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70119

Finish Line
Deutsches Haus
1700 Moss Street
New Orleans, LA 70119

🏃‍♂️ Lace up your running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable experience that combines fitness, fun, and festivity. 🏃

🏁 Start and Finish at the Deutsches Haus 🏁
Kick off your journey at the iconic Deutsches Haus, where the excitement begins. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere as you prepare to conquer the course and enjoy the scenic route that awaits you.

🏇 Experience the Fairgrounds Racetrack🏇
Get ready to run like never before as you circle the historic Fairgrounds Racetrack. Feel the energy of the track beneath your feet as you make your way through this iconic landmark, surrounded by the spirit of New Orleans.

💪 Horsepower Challenge powered by New Balance New Orleans 💪
A race within the race! Top male and female runners to make it around the track receive awesome prizes. Show off your HORSEPOWER!

🎟️ Free Access to New Orleans Oktoberfest 🎟️
Your race bib grants you two (2) FREE entries ($20 value!) into the renowned New Orleans Oktoberfest! Celebrate your accomplishment by diving into the vibrant world of German culture, right in the heart of the city. Race bib tickets are available to use any weekend at the NOLA Oktoberfest but are one use ONLY.

🍻 Beer, Food, and Dancing🍻
Savor the flavors of Oktoberfest with a variety of authentic German beers and mouth watering cuisine. After your run, refuel with hearty sausages, pretzels, and more.

🎶 Live Music and Entertainment 🎶
Groove to the rhythm of live music that captures the essence of Oktoberfest. Let the melodies move you as you revel in the joyous atmosphere, surrounded by fellow enthusiasts who share your love for running and celebrating.

Race Day Event Schedule

• 2:30 PM - Packet Pickup and Registration
• 4:00 PM - 5K
• 6:00 PM - Award Ceremony on the main Oktoberfest Stage (subject to change)

Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Oktoberfest Run & Walk promises an exhilarating experience for all. Gather your friends and family, and join us for a day of fitness, festivity, and endless fun!

Runners and walkers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate. Members and non-members of the New Orleans Track Club are welcome. For more info on the New Orleans Track Club, visit www.runNOTC.org.

New Balance New Orleans

3141 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70002

Friday October 11, 2024:

2-6 pm

The races will be electronically timed and scored. You must wear your race bib and B-tag properly to be scored. Your race bib must be worn on the front of your torso and be visible at all times. 

Awards will be distributed shortly after the race. 

6K Awards:

• 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall Male & Female
• 1st Youth Male & Female (15 and under)
• 1st Master Male & Female (40 and over)
• 1st Grandmaster Male & Female (50 and over)
• 1st Senior Male & Female
• 1st Racewalker Male & Female
• 1st Male & Female 5 Year Age Groups
  • (15 & under, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over)

Timing:

It is the responsibility of athletes that finish in the awards to note any necessary corrections on race day. If an error is discovered post-race, we'll be happy to correct your results and update the website accordingly. However, if you do not inform us of this issue before your award is given out, we will no longer have an award to give to you and we can't remake awards.

The races will be electronically timed and scored. You must wear your race bib and B-tag properly to be scored. Your race bib must be worn on the front of your torso and be visible at the finish line. Preliminary results will be posted at the race site at the conclusion of the race. Full results will be published on the race website after the event. Official race results and awards are scored by gun time. Net (or chip) times are published for informational purposes only.

Scan the QR code to see Strava Map!

Refunds
All New Orleans Track Club race registration fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable under all circumstances, including, but not limited to, cancellation of the event or of your participation, or change in the date, nature, or format of the event. An event may be canceled or changed due to severe weather or other factors that threaten the safety of participants, staff, or volunteers. Race bibs cannot be transferred to another participant.

Headphones
The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged at this race. To enjoy all that our race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, the New Orleans Track Club encourages a headphone-free environment during the running of this race.

Bathrooms
At our races, NOTC demonstrates our commitment to an inclusive athletic experience by welcoming race participants, volunteers and guests to use single-occupancy gender-neutral (unisex) facilities; or use of multiple-occupant, gender-neutral restroom facilities with lockable single occupant stalls.

Strollers
The New Orleans Track Club strongly recommends against the participation of baby strollers/joggers in road races. The reason for this recommendation is that the inclusion of strollers in races increases the potential for injury to race participants and children. The NOTC has no objection to and does not discourage the safe and prudent use of strollers or baby joggers in individual training situations. If allowed in a race, stroller or baby joggers or similar devices should be started in the back of the runners and walkers.

Dogs
Dogs should not be brought to this event for the safety of all participants and volunteers.

BICYCLES

Free Bike Parking – by the front doors of the Haus on Moss Street

CAR PARKING

 The Cabrini High School Dad’s Club (3400 Esplanade Ave) is offering parking for $20 per day.  Fridays 4pm-closing, Saturdays 1pm-closing. 7-minute walk to Oktoberfest. Link to map

Parking on Deutsches Haus site: Some limited parking on site.  First come first serve, $20 per day.  Enter on Moss Street at the gate closest to Esplanade.

There could be spots available in City Park or in the neighborhoods around Esplanade and De Saix.  Please be courteous to our neighbors by not blocking driveways. No parking is allowed by the city on the grass banks of Bayou St. John.  (The meter maids were spotted putting tickets on cars parked on the bayou grass last year.)

STREETCAR & BUS

#48 Canal Streetcar – City Park/Museum.  Runs from downtown to the “Museum of Art” stop at Carrollton & Esplanade every 20 minutes during Fest hours. 6-minute walk to Oktoberfest. Link to streetcar website

#90 Carrollton Bus.  Runs from Carrollton & Claiborne to Gentilly & Elysian Fields. Eastbound stops on Wisner near the foot of Esplanade near the City Park Art Museum. (6-minute walk) Westbound stops at Desaix and Moss (4-minute walk).  Once per hour on weekends.  Stops running at 9:30-10 pm.  Link to transit website

#91 Jackson-Esplanade Bus. Stops at Esplanade Ave and Moss Street (4-minute walk).  Runs once per hour during Fest hours. Link to transit website. Runs from Cemeteries on City Park Ave, Esplanade, past the French Quarter on Rampart and to the river on Jackson.

So here how it works:

1. Sign up for Oktoberfest Run & Walk! 

2. Get your friends and family to sign up using your special referral link (can be found within the confirmation page and/or email)

3. Refer 3 to receive a refund of $10.

4. Refer 5 to receive a refund of $20.

5. Don't wait to miss out on this cash back offer!

The New Orleans Track Club (NOTC) is a non-profit organization that has been providing running events to the New Orleans community for six decades. We offer a variety of events for runners of all ages and abilities, from beginner to elite.

Our mission is to "inspire and empower athletes of all ages to achieve their full potential." We believe that track and field is a great way to build character, develop discipline, and promote healthy living.

We are currently seeking sponsorships to help us continue to provide our programs and services to the community. Your sponsorship would allow us to:

• Provide scholarships to help young athletes participate strive to reach their goals
• Purchase new equipment
• Promote our programs to the community

We believe that your company would be a great fit for our sponsorship program. Your company shares our values of promoting health and fitness, and we believe that our partnership would be mutually beneficial.

Benefits of Sponsoring the New Orleans Track Club:

• Increased brand awareness
• Positive community relations
• Access to a large and engaged audience
• Opportunities to promote your products or services
• Tax deductions

Sponsorship Packages:

We offer a variety of sponsorship packages to fit your budget. Our packages include:

• Logo placement on our website and marketing materials
• Mentions in our event programs and social media
• Opportunities to host packet pickups at your business 
• Exclusive sponsor ads

To learn more about our sponsorship program, please contact:

NOTC@runNOTC.org