Oktoberfest Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Comfortable temps, warming through the race
Mild 58°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temperatures rising to 71°F through the course will gradually increase perceived effort in the second half. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. High humidity (83%) will make it harder to cool down through sweat — increase fluid intake accordingly.
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Race Info
The Oktoberfest Half Marathon and 5K is an annual autumn road race in Asheville, North Carolina, produced by Kick It Event Management. Both courses start and finish at Hi-Wire Brewing's River Arts District Beer Garden and are USATF certified. The half marathon route covers about 13.2 miles through the River Arts District, Montford, and West Asheville, with over 8 miles along the French Broad River Greenway. The courses were rebuilt in 2025 after flood damage from Hurricane Helene affected the original route.
