Oktoberfest Half Marathon course.

1. 01

   Cool Morning Start

   With a 07:30 start and a typical race-day temperature of 15.2°C, expect a cool morning. Wear disposable layers or plan a warm-up that keeps you warm before the gun.

   From the start time, temperature

2. 02

   Loop Course Logistics

   The loop layout means you start and finish at the same spot: Hi-Wire Brewing’s River Arts District Beer Garden. You can leave a bag or meet friends there without worrying about transport between points.

   From the layout, description

3. 03

   Mountain Terrain

   The race is in the mountains of North Carolina, but no elevation profile is published. Be ready to adjust effort if you hit climbs or descents you didn't expect.

   From the description

4. 04

   New Course Since 2025

   The course was newly plotted in 2025 after flood damage, so don't rely on older maps or past race reports. Study the current course info before race day.

   From the description

5. 05

   Direct Entry

   There's no ballot, so you can register directly without a lottery. That means you can commit early and plan your training around the race date.

   From the entry

Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.