Polkas, German food, live music, inflatables ... it's a fall festival you won't want to miss! Live music will be provided on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The schedule is packed with activities on the festival grounds. For more info about the festivities: https://www.stmarysoktoberfest.com/ Kickoff the weekend festivities with a 5K Run or 1 Mile Fun Run. Finisher medal & t-shirt, free soda/beer ticket included in registration. Awards for Top 3 Male and Female plus Age Group Awards!! We have over $500 in prizes. Age Group Awards 9 and under 10-14 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ Important: Register by September 14th to guarantee your shirt size preference. The 5K race will commence at 6:00 pm on Friday, October 09, 2025, at the intersection of Langdon and East 3rd Street. The 1-mile fun run will begin just 5 minutes after. *All proceeds benefit the St. Mary's school & Parish
5K: T-Shirt
1 Miles: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $35.00 | Jan 19 | Apr 6 |
| $40.00 | Apr 6 | Sep 7 | |
| $45.00 | Sep 7 | Oct 9 | |
| 1 Miles | $25.00 | Jan 19 | Sep 7 |
| $30.00 | Sep 7 | Oct 9 |
NEW: Thursday 10/08 from 11am to 7pm at RunWell Trace Parkway Location: 6120 Shoger Drive, Suite D, Edwardsville, IL 62025 Friday, October 9th, after 3:00 pm on the festival grounds. If, for any reason, you are unable to collect your packet by Friday, it will be safely stored at the parish office on East 4th St, located in the nearest building to Langdon St.
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