OCTOBER 3, 2026
Mount Saint Mary Park - Route 31 & Prairie Street, St. Charles, IL 60174
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Ends 10/2
WHAT IS
HOPS FOR HOPE
A Beer 5K & St. Charles BrewFest
Hops for Hope is not your typical 5K. It is a race and a celebration all in one!
Named one of the Top 100 Races in America by BibRave, our certified and professionally timed 5K welcomes everyone from competitive runners chasing a PR to walkers who simply love great craft beer. However you pace yourself, this event is for you.
The race begins at the scenic Mount Saint Mary Park in St. Charles, winds along the beautiful river path toward Geneva through Wheeler Park, and finishes back at Mount Saint Mary Park just in time for the BrewFest celebration.
The Twist? Beer on the 5K Course!
That’s right. Along the route, runners will find 5 Beer Stops featuring local craft breweries serving 3-ounce samples. Weird? We prefer to call it deliciously fun.
The Celebration Continues at BrewFest. After crossing the finish line, the party kicks off with:
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18 beer samples included with your registration
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Live music
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Food vendors
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Raffle tickets for our fan-favorite Mountain of Beer
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Our inspiring Adaptive Bike Giveaway Presentation, the heart of why we gather
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Why We Run and Sip
Proceeds from Hops for Hope support Project Mobility’s mission to provide adaptive cycling opportunities for children, adults, and wounded service members with disabilities.
Over the past 9 years, this event has helped us donate nearly $80,000 in adaptive bicycles and we are just getting started.
Run. Sip. Celebrate. Make a difference.
Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest
9th Annual
PRESENTING SPONSOR
93 Octane Brewery has proudly supported Hops for Hope for years, and we are excited to welcome them back again this year as our Presenting Sponsor and valued partner in making this event possible.
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DO YOU HAVE A GROUP OF 10 PEOPLE OR MORE?
Groups of 10 or more can save $5 per person!
*Only 5K & BrewFest Combo Ticket
Discounted pricing will take effect once the group size reaches 10 members
When registering the first person will Create a Group/Team then all other group members will register and Join an Existing Group/Team. Once the 10th person joins, the first 9 members will receive their $5 refund. After you hit 10 people all group members from here on out will receive the discount while registering.
REMINDER
NO ONE UNDER 21 ALLOWED AT 5K & BREWFEST
(THIS INCLUDES BABIES & STROLLERS)
SCHEDULE
5K + BrewFest
FEATURED
BREWERIES 5K
BrewFest Beer
VENDORS
KEEP CHECKING BACK AS WE UPDATE BREWERIES!
WE WILL HAVE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS
Vote for your favorite beer/brewery so they can win during the BrewFest!
Interested in having your beer at the BrewFest? BrewFest Beer Vendors are still available.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE
Hops for Hope Wants to Know... Who Will Be This Year's People's Choice Winner?!
Be sure to vote for your favorite at the BrewFest this year!
EXCLUSIVE FOOD
SPONSOR
No food tickets needed! Cash or card accepted day of the event.
WHAT'S INCLUDED 5K
Sponsor: The Hairy Ant
Official Event T-Shirt
Register early to snag your Official 8th Annual Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest T-Shirt (unisex & cotton)
*IF REGISTERED BY 9/22
Sponsor:
Finisher Medal
Our Finisher Medals feature a bottle opener!
Sponsor:
Bib w/Chip Timing
Not many other beer 5K's offer chip timing. Hops for Hope 5K appeals to all types of people including serious runners!
WHAT'S INCLUDED BrewFest
Sponsor:
Tasting Lanyard
Wear your lanyard during the BrewFest to keep track of your tastings throughout the event.
Sponsor:
Beer Tasting Glass
Enjoy your beer during the BrewFest with your beer glass thanks to our Sponsor! Make sure bring it home with you to keep the party going!
ADDITIONAL
PURCHASES
Sponsor: The Hairy Ant
Tech/Running Shirt Upgrade
Upgrade your free event t-shirt for only $15 to receive our exclusive tech shirt!
Must order by September 22nd
$15
Sponsor: The Hairy Ant
Official Event T-Shirt
Event T-shirt *Not included with BrewFest Only Registration
Must order by September 22nd
$20
Sponsor: The Hairy Ant
Long Sleeve
Perfect for running in the fall!
Must order by September 22nd
$30
Sponsor: The Hairy Ant
Long Sleeve
Keep warm in your hoodie while enjoying your 18 beer samples!
Must order by September 22nd
$50
PACKET PICK-UP
LOCATIONS
93 Octane Brewery
SATURDAY
10/11
2 pm - 4 pm
Must bring ID
You can pick up for a friend/family
(must have photo of their ID)
For 5K Ticket Holders Only
Packet Pick-Up
Mandatory
You cannot pick up your items race day
1825 Lincoln Highway
St. Charles, IL 60174
Liquor n Wine
5 pm - 7 pm
Must bring ID
You can pick up for a friend/family
(must have photo of their ID)
For 5K Ticket Holders Only
Packet Pick-Up
Mandatory
You cannot pick up your items race day
WEDNESDAY
10/15
2460 W Main St STE 100
St. Charles, IL 60175
1400 W Main St,
St. Charles, IL 60174
The Evergreen Pub & Grill
THURSDAY
10/16
5 pm - 7 pm
Must bring ID
You can pick up for a friend/family
(must have photo of their ID)
For 5K Ticket Holders Only
Packet Pick-Up
Mandatory
You cannot pick up your items race day
1400 W Main St,
St. Charles, IL 60174
HOPS FOR HOPE
IS NOT JUST A 5K & BREWFEST
Each year we host our Adaptive Bike Giveaway at Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest. We have awarded 9 individuals with their own adaptive bikes and counting since 2017.
WHO WE ARE
RAISING MONEY FOR
CHECK BACK FOR 2026's RECIPIENT!
PREVIOUS
RECIPIENTS
2025
ALISTAIR
2024
MAEVE
2024
AMARIYAH
2024
NATHAN
2017
MAYA
2018
JUNIOR
2019
NICK
2020
LEX
2020
LILY
2021
JOHN
2021
Brody
2021
Blake
2022
Cooper
2021
JOHN
WHAT PEOPLE THINK
"This race is so fun! Combining beer and running is genius and the course is beautiful. I love the cause, too. It's hard not to get a little emotional, thinking about the people who can't run or walk in any races. I am glad that I can move, that I can help and it's such a fun time doing it! Supporting Project Mobility. Project Mobility is the nonprofit 501(c)3 organization of The Bike Rack in St. Charles is easy. Honestly, such a great idea, because I don't know many runners who aren't also big beer drinkers!"
— Mary B.
We are proud to be named
One of the Best Races in the US
by The BibRave 100
PLUS - 100% of reviewers recommend
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