Rocktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k Virtual Runner Half Marathon

The Rocktoberfest Half Marathon and 5K is a running event that takes place in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It is a fun-filled event that combines running with music and beer. The event includes a half marathon and a 5K race, both of which take place in the scenic Riverwalk neighborhoods of Rock Hill.

To keep the runners motivated, there is a rock band performing live music near the start/finish line. After the race, participants can enjoy an Octoberfest beer garden where they can celebrate their achievements with friends and family. The beer garden will feature a variety of beers, including some of the best local brews.

This event is not just about the race; it's a full-day celebration of fitness, music, and good times. Whether you are a seasoned runner or a beginner, the Rocktoberfest Half Marathon and 5K is an excellent opportunity to have fun and experience the unique atmosphere of the Riverwalk area of Rock Hill.  It's beautiful!!!

The Rocktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K will be capped for the 2024 event.  There will be NO RACE DAY Registration so be sure to sign up early!  ALL registration ends October 12th, 2024 unless we sell out before hand.

If you're a runner, this is the one to run!  ROCK ON!!!

RACE START TIMES:

The Rocktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K, starts and finishes at the Rock Hill Criterium Course

Saturday, October 12th, 2024

8:00 AM – HALF MARATHON 

8:15 AM - 5K

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM AWARDS CEREMONY 

LOCATION:

Rock Hill Criterium Course
1307 Riverwalk Parkway
Rock Hill, South Carolina 29730

What do I get for participating?

Besides running in one of the most beautiful courses;

• Long Sleeve Tech Shirt (Half Marathoner & 5K)
• Custom Bibs with your name on it (Half Marathoner & 5K) - must sign up before October 1st
• Incredible Finisher Medals (Half Marathoner & 5K)
• Pint Glass
• Rock Music
• Beer Garden Ticket

PACKET PICK UP:

Friday, October 13th, 2024; 2:00PM – 7:00PM

Charlotte Running Company
829 Terrace Park, # 102
Rock Hill, South Carolina 29730

For more information on Packet Pick Up, click HERE

WILL CALL PACKET PICK UP (for those who purchased it only)

Race Day - 7:00am-7:45am

COURSE:

The 13.1 Rocktoberfest Half Marathon and 5K begins and ends at the Criterium Course in Rock Hill, SC Riverwalk neighborhood. Groupies (runners) will get to run on the Criterium Course, head through the brand new beautiful Riverwalk neighborhood and eventually onto the paved Piedmont Medical Center Trail that runs along the river.  You will then turn around and head back though the neighborhoods passing the Velodrome and finish with another 1.1 mile loop on the Criterium Course.

Half Marathon Course

5K Course

PACERS:

We are currently looking into getting pacers together.  If we do, the pace groups will be 1:35, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, and 2:30.  You do not need to sign up for a group, just show up to the start line and look for the pacer signs.

TIMING:

We have partnered with Start 2 Finish. All Half Marathon and 5K participants will be timed and will receive their disposable timing tag during packet pick up.  If you have questions with results, please email [email protected]

T-SHIRTS:

Every participant will be guaranteed a runners tech shirt that signed up before September 20th. You will have a choice between a men’s or women’s cut shirt. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration.
NO SWITCHING SIZES – NO EXCEPTIONS!

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