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Beer City 20k Relay in Asheville, North Carolina

Pull together a team of four, a team of two or run the single 5k option and come celebrate beer with us at one of Asheville’s first breweries while running the 20k Beer City Relay in Asheville, North Carolina!

~ Green Man Brewing ~

Saturday, May 25th, 2024

Discover Asheville, North Carolina, nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, where clean mountain water flows and a rich beer brewing legacy thrives. Experience a beer lover’s paradise with over 30 craft breweries, making it home to some of the finest breweries in the nation. Embraced by enthusiasts, Asheville tops many must-visit lists for its exceptional brews and captivating mountain charm, attracting runners, bikers, and hikers alike. Don’t miss the highly anticipated Beer City Relay, where the spirit of running and craft beer converge in 2024.

The esteemed host for this year’s event is none other than Green Man Brewery, a brewing pioneer established in 1997 and proudly celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2022. With decades of expertise, Green Man Brewing’s beers are an absolute delight for the discerning palate.

We are proud to be part of the 2024 Asheville Beer Week, a cherished occasion that brings together the finest craft brews and the vibrant spirit of the community!AVL Beer Week logo

Event Overview

The event is meant to be a fun 5k or 10k relay with a team aspect.  The course consists of one 5k loop.

Teams of 4 will each complete the 5k course 1 time in relay.

Teams of 2 will each complete the 5k course twice in relay to run a 10k.

Single runners 5k option. Runners will run the 5k loop once and need no other team members.

Race Day – Saturday May 25th

First Wave of Runners starts at – 8:00am

Starting Line  and relay exchange – just across from Green Man’s Green Mansion at 27 Buxton Ave.

Green Man Brewery Green Mansion in Asheville NC

We are proud to be partnering with Consider Haiti for this year’s race. $2 from each entry will be donated to their organization.

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Course Map for the Beer City Relay

Pull together a team of 2 or team of 4 to run the Beer City Relay in Asheville, NC

and celebrate craft beer with us at one of Asheville’s first breweries.
~ Green Man Brewing ~

Saturday, May 25, 2024
First runners start 8:00 am

Each team of 4 runner completes the same 5k course one at a time.

Each team of 2 runner completes the 5k twice.

The first wave of runners starts at 8am.

Grab some friends and come celebrate Beer City USA!

Make sure to register all team members under your chosen team name.

Enjoy a race after party and a beer on us for all participants (21+) at the Green Man Brewery, one of Asheville’s original breweries.

Team categories are:  Team of 2 – Team of 4 – Single 5k runner


Team  Packet Pick Up Options.

One team member can pick up the team packets.

Friday, May 24th, 4:30-6pm at  Jus’ Running 

Saturday, May 25th, 7:30am Green Man Brewery



Registration Fees for the Beer City Relay in Asheville

Early Bird – November 24th thru February 11th – $45

Online Registration – February 12th – May 24th – $50

Fees include –

  • Race t-shirt
  • A Beer on us
  • Finisher medal

Awards

Fastest 4 person teams and 2 person teams in the following categories

  • Mixed earn $10 Gift Certificate to Jus’ Running for each runner
  • All Female earn $10 Gift Certificate to Jus’ Running for each runner
  • All Male earn $10 Gift Certificate to Jus’ Running for each runner

Fastest 5k Male and Female runners

  • 1st earn $10 Gift Certificate to Jus’ Running
  • 2nd earn $10 Gift Certificate to Jus’ Running
  • 3rd earn $10 Gift Certificate to Jus’ Running
Beer City 2023 tshirt
Beer City Relay finisher medals 2023

Event Parking

Green Man Brewing does not have it’s own parking lot. The race base will be located in the parking lot directly across from the main Green Man Brewery Mansion door.

Please give yourself and your team time to find street parking or parking in one of the many paid city lots.

Refunds/Transfers for the Beer City Relay in Asheville

The Beer City Relay and Kick It Events have a NO REFUND policy.  

We offer RegShield during the registration process to protect your purchase from injury etc. if you choose. 

You may transfer your registration to another runner up to 2 days before the event. Click the TRANSFER button on the registration page.

If you’d like to run a team of 4 as a team of 3, please let us know.