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IRVING OKTOBERFEST
HALF MARATHON
13.1, 10K, 5K
OCTOBER 5, 2024
FAST & FLAT
USATF CERTIFIED RACE
BENEFITING IRVING SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
AT TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY
Oktoberfest isn’t just about beer; it’s about the millions of people who gather together over shared passions and interests in an environment where they can meet new people, relax, and have a great time. In addition to forming an integral part of German culture for many generations, Oktoberfest celebrates warmth, friendliness, and good cheer which can be summed up in one word: gemütlichkeit.
Sign up for the Irving Oktoberfest Half Marathon to enjoy the scenic routes through the Irving Las Colinas Urban Center, then cross the finish line and enjoy the Irving Oktoberfest Post-Race Party at Toyota Music Factory, America’s #1 Concert Venue, centrally located in Dallas Fort Worth minutes from the DFW airport!
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
FREE Commemorative Stein for the 1st 1,000 Registrants
FREE Professional HD Photos
FREE Bag Check
CASH PRIZES for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female Top Finishers Overall (Half Marathon)
PACERS (Half Marathon)
GENDER-SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE SHIRT
CUSTOM Finisher Medal w/ Bottle Opener
Race Bib w/ Timing Chip
Chip-Timed Race
Street Closures & Traffic Control by 60+ off-duty police officers
Live Tracking & Course Maps W/ GPS Progress Alerts
Pre/Post-Race Party at Toyota Music Factory, America’s #1 Concert Venue
Live Music/Entertainment
Food Coupon
Beverage Coupon for Beer (21+) or other
Age Group Awards (ALL Distances) - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place. Male & Female. (0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 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+)
Fastest Team Trophy (Must Join Team Challenge)
Most Participation Team Trophy (Must Join Team Challenge)
Best Dressed Team Trophy (Must Join Team Challenge)
VIP PACKAGE INCLUDES
Race Registration
Race Packet Delivery
VIP Area Access
Private VIP Area
Brunch Buffet
2 Additional Beverages
Reserved Indoor & Outdoor Seating
View of the Main Stage for Awards & Entertainment
AC/Heat
Private Restrooms
Meet the IMRS Team, Ambassadors, Pacers, & more!
Reservation required for entry. 1 reservation per person. Additional reservations can be made by adding the VIP Area Access Add-On when registering, anytime online, or at the VIP door. Limited reservations available.
Sign Up Now At Early Bird Pricing!
THE EARLIER YOU REGISTER, THE MORE YOU SAVE
*PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
COURSE MAPS
HALF MARATHON
The Irving Oktoberfest Half Marathon course is one of the fastest and flattest courses in Texas! Did we mention scenic? You’ll love running through the Las Colinas Urban Center and Campion Trail. Then, race back down to cross the finish line and enjoy the Oktoberfest Festival at Toyota Music Factory, America’s #1 concert venue.
10K
Feel like going further than a 5k? Then this route is for you! This is a fast and flat route around Lake Carolyn and up Las Colinas Blvd where you’ll enjoy scenic water features and Las Colinas Urban Center. Then, race back down to cross the finish line and enjoy the Oktoberfest Festival at Toyota Music Factory, America’s #1 concert venue.
5K
This is a fast and flat route around Lake Carolyn and up Las Colinas Blvd where you’ll enjoy scenic water features and Las Colinas Urban Center. Then, race back down to cross the finish line and enjoy the Oktoberfest Festival at Toyota Music Factory, America’s #1 concert venue.
DOWNLOAD COURSE MAPS FOR LIVE TRACKING!
Download the RaceJoy app for Live tracking, Course Maps w/ GPS Progress Alerts - Receive progress alerts for yourself and others as you cross milestones along the course. Alerts are sent at EVERY MILE, including location, pace, elapsed time and estimated finish time.
IMRS PACER PROGRAM
Pacers are available for all marathon and half marathon distances.
Marathon Times: 3:10, 3:20, 3:30, 3:40, 3:50, 4:00, 4:10, 4:20, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00
Half Marathon Times: 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, 3:00
AWARDS
TOP FINISHER OVERALL CASH PRIZES (HALF MARATHON ONLY)
MALE AND FEMALE
1ST PLACE - $100
2ND PLACE - $75
3RD PLACE - $50
TOP FINISHER OVERALL (ALL DISTANCES)
MALE AND FEMALE
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE
TOP FINISHER MASTERS (ALL DISTANCES)
MALE AND FEMALE
1ST PLACE
AGE GROUP MEDALS (ALL DISTANCES)
MALE AND FEMALE
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE
(0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 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+)
TEAM CHALLENGE AWARDS (ALL DISTANCES)
FASTEST TEAM
MOST PARTICIPATION
BEST DRESSED
TEAM CHALLENGE
Join the Team Challenge for the chance to win the Fastest Team Trophy, Most Participation Team Trophy, or Best Dressed Team Trophy!
PACKET PICKUP INSTRUCTIONS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 11 AM - 7 PM
LOCATION: TBA
*SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. CHECK FOR UPDATES.
RACE DAY INSTRUCTIONS
PARKING
URBAN TOWERS PARKING PARAGE
222 W LAS COLINAS BLVD, IRVING, TX 75039
$11 CREDIT CARD ONLY. Pre-pay now for express entry. Tap the button below and select VIEW ALL EVENTS. Find the event and select BOOK NOW. Parking garage opens at 5 AM. Plan to arrive at least 1 hour before your start time to avoid missing your start time. RUNNERS ARE REQUIRED TO START ON TIME AND CANNOT BE LATE!
START/FINISH LINE
TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY
316 W LAS COLINAS BVD IRVING, TX 75039
SITE MAP
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
5:00 AM - URBAN TOWERS PARKING GARAGE OPENS, PARTICIPANTS & SPECTATORS ARRIVE
6:00 AM - FESTIVAL BEGINS ON THE PLAZA
6:55 AM - BEST DRESSED TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD PRESENTATION
7:00 AM - WARMUP
7:05 AM - HALF MARATHON LINE UP
7:30 AM - HALF MARATHON START
7:45 AM - 10K RACE START
7:55 AM - 5K RACE START
8:00 AM - LIVE ENTERTAINMENT BEGINS WITH THE NITTY GRITTY JAZZ BAND
~9:00 AM - 5K AWARDS CEREMONY & FASTEST 5K TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD
~9:45 AM - 10K AWARDS CEREMONY & FASTEST 10K TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD
~10:15 AM - HALF MARATHON AWARDS CEREMONY & FASTEST HALF MARATHON TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD
TBD - MOST PARTICIPATION TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD PRESENTATION
11:00 AM - OFFICIAL COURSE CLOSURE
Line up in your assigned Group (A-E) located on your bib. Group A starts first then B-E to follow. Groups are according to estimated finish time.
Awards Ceremony will start when ALL runners that could place 1-3 in their age group have completed the course. 5k Awards to start, then others to follow. See awards details below
Schedule subject to change at any time. Check for updates.
RACE REQUIREMENTS
NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE CORRALS AND BE ON COURSE WITHOUT A BIB FACING FORWARD ON THE FRONT OF THEIR SHIRT AT ALL TIMES. BIBS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS OF ALL AGES. ANYONE WITHOUT A BIB IS NOT ALLOWED.
YOU MUST START AT YOUR RACE START TIME WITH YOUR RACE DISTANCE. CORRALS CLOSE FOR EACH RACE DISTANCE AFTER IT STARTS. THOSE NOT ON TIME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. YOU CANNOT START WITH A DIFFERENT RACE DISTANCE. NO EXCEPTIONS!
FAQ
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