There are four distances offered in this one-of-a-kind multi-faceted and themed event; the flagship IPA10K, Hallowine Half Marathon, the 3K run/walk with Wagging Tails, and the 2-Person Beer Mile Relay. The Beer Mile Invitational and Brewery Challenge are limited to elite and pro beer milers and participating breweries. Brew and Wine Festival tickets are also available for non-runners.

If you sign up for any of the races your registration includes the following; personalized race bib with timing chip, official race shirt, finisher medal, recovery tent items and awards for top finishes. Hallowine Half Marathon registrants receive a Hallowine tote bag and if you are on a team in the half marathon or the 10K you also receive an IPA10K beer koozie.

There are no refunds, however, if you purchased Reg Shield Protect, you’re eligible to apply for reimbursement. Check your email confirmation to see if you chose that feature and then follow the link provided to process your refund. Another option is to transfer your registration to another person. Log into your registration on RunSignUp and select the transfer option to release your registration to them. Or, if you want to defer your registration a 50% credit may be requested to next year’s race if you email us at least 30 days in advance of this event and follow up with a request for a code when following year registration opens.

Yes, we understand injuries occur and training does not always go as planned. You have the ability to alter your distance online by logging into your account on RunSignUp until October 15th. After that you must contact us via email, or ask during packet pickup to move categories. Drop downs from the half to the 10K or 10K to the 3k are allowed but no refunds are processed. You may switch to a longer distance if that category has not been filled and pay the difference at that time.

The half marathon and 10K have a minimum age requirement of 12 years old. The 3K is open to all ages and strollers for running and walking the course. You must be at least 21 to purchase a tasting ticket and consume alcohol on the Barlow property but kids are allowed to be with you on property during the festival.

You may add your dog to your registration by selecting the Wagging Tail option which includes the dog bandana race bib, dog treats and water bowl. Your dog may run in the 3k or the 10k with you on leash and must be wearing their bandana to run and to be eligible for dog prizes and awards.

Each race participant receives a functional two-sided finishers medal and custom designed event shirt (unisex size) with choice of two colors. We encourage signing up for Early packet pickup or coming to the Friday race expo to ensure getting your color choice and proper fit. Half Marathon participants also receive an orange Hallowine Tote Bag. Team members in the 10K or Half Marathon also receive an IPA10K beer koozie at packet pickup. Additional apparel and other items can be purchased at the event merchandise booth located in the event space.

Yes, we encourage team participation and offer perks for teams of 5 or more. You must first have a team captain create the team with a team name (and optional password) and then notify other members to join that team. Teams can be created for the 10K and the half marathon (also two-person Beer Mile). Team members receive an IPA10K beer koozie and are eligible to compete for the winning team prize (as well as individual awards). Teams must have 5 members complete the race and scoring is done using the USATF age and gender handicap system. If you have more than 20 members you must create a second team.

Yes, everyone (dogs, kids too) has access to the festival area but cannot participate in tastings without a wristband and tasting glass. The best way to see the adjacent Beer Mile competition (2-person relay, Pro races, and Brewery Challenge) is to purchase a discounted tasting glass and wristband for the Beer and/or Wine Festival in race registration watch the races from the festival tasting area. Additionally, Brew/Wine Festival passes with glasses can be purchased separately on the RunSignUp ticketing page which is linked to our Brewfest page at IPA10K.com.

You can add items such as Finisher Pix photo package, Brew or Wine Festival tickets, Early or Race Day packet pickup and Wagging Tail registration, by going to your registration (link provided in your original confirmation email) and choosing the Add-Ons menu option then selecting the desired item(s).

Yes! We always need good volunteers. You can sign up to volunteer on the event registration page or by emailing agoodrun2@gmail.com. Various positions are needed both on course and at the start and finish area. If you belong to a charity, school, or other non-profit with volunteer support, you may inquiry about becoming a beneficiary of the event.

The Expo and main Packet Pickup is held on Friday October 31st from noon to 6:30p at renowned Lagunitas Brewing located in Petaluma! Other activities are planned for this event and it’s open to the public. For your convenience, we also offer an early packet pickup on Thursday 10/30 from 3:30p to 7:00p at Sports Basement Presidio in San Francisco and race day packet pickup at The Barlow for a fee of $15. You may add either of these options in registration. More information on packet pickup options can be found here on the website. We recommend picking up your packet and shirt prior to race day to avoid lines, avoid any issues, and make sure you get proper size and preferred color of shirt.

Race participants will be provided with a confirmation email and barcode for dynamic bib assignment. Confirmation emails with code are sent the week of the race. Please have this barcode available for scanning on your phone or tablet when approaching the check in table. You must also have your driver’s license or REAL ID. If you do not have your barcode or email confirmation you’ll need to provide ID at the registration desk to locate your registration information. Bibs are assigned onsite according to race distance.

Yes, you can have someone pick up your packet, and you can pick up someone else’s packet but the same rules apply as above. Must have the barcode preferably, or copy of registration email, plus copy of photo ID. You may pick up one other person’s packet, with the exception being if you are picking up for other family members or registered team members.

If you live nearby, we recommend walking, riding your bike or getting dropped off in front of Gravenstein Station or Community Market off Hwy 12 next to The Barlow. There is NO Parking in The Barlow on race day! However, there is an off-site lot on Morris St. until it fills up. Must be parked prior to 8:00am. Please arrive via Hwy 12 to Morris. Half marathon runners who already have their race bib can park near the Half start at Analy High School if arriving prior to 7:10am. If you paid for Race Day packet pickup you must first go to the check-in tent in The Barlow‘s event space located off Pink Lady Ct. There are many public parking lots in downtown Sebastopol easily walkable to The Barlow. Parking maps are provided on the website. If you are staying in the AC Hotel in Santa Rosa, we provide shuttle transportation to and from the Barlow at two times in the morning and after the event.

If you’ve already picked up your packet with bib at the Expo or Early Packet Pickup at Sports Basement Presidio, you do not need to check in, just go to the start of your race. If you paid for Race Day packet pickup you will go to the Event Center at The Barlow on Pink Lady Ct. to pickup your packet. Check-in is open at 6:20am. The half starts at 7:30a and the 10K starts at 8:10a in two heats, followed by the 3K start.

Yes, there is a bag check located in the event space where you can leave clothing items. Bag check is open at 6:30a and closes at 1:30p. Please make sure you get your items before leaving and do not leave any valuables at bag check.

There are two aid stations on the half marathon route - just after mile 2 and mile 4 – and there are five aid station stops on the half marathon route. Each station has water with cups, and electrolyte beverage is provided on the first aid station on the 10k and all but one station on the half.

The 10K has a time limit of 1 hour and 50 minutes which is a 17 minute per mile pace. The half marathon has a time limit of 2:45 which is a 13 min/mile pace. Causal walkers are discouraged from entering the half marathon as the course will no longer be protected by officers and course marshals after 10:15am.

Yes, there are 4 pacers for both 10K (:50, :55, 1:00, 1:10) and the Half Marathon (1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30). Pacers will have signs in the start corral.

Due to road closures and the impact on the neighborhoods we discourage vehicles from driving out near the course. The best place to catch the action is at The Barlow where all the races start and finish with the exception of the start of the half marathon which is at Analy High School. Morris St. is a half mile long and offers plenty of spots for spectators to view the runners as they depart and then return to The Barlow. The half marathon runs along the Santa Rosa Creek Trail and runners will cross from one side of the creek to the other where the trail intersects with Fulton Rd. at the halfway point of the course, although there is no parking along Fulton Rd.

You will pick up your glass and wristband for the Brewfest and/or Wine Festival after the races starting at 9:00am at the check-in tent located in the Barlow event space. If you have purchased more than ticket the other person must be with you at check-in with both ID’s! If you’d like to purchase one at the event you must first go the registration desk located adjacent to the check-in area to purchase your glass and pass. Beer and wine glass/pass can be purchased individually or you can add a wine glass/pass to your Brewfest glass/pass for only $25.

The event schedule can be found on the event registration page or on the event website. Costume Contest begins and 9:45a and the awards follow. The post-festival runs from 10:00a to 2:00p. The beer mile races run from 11:15a to 1:15p.

Results will be posted both at the event information booth after the races and online on the event website. A link will be provided in advance via email to all participants for to the results and photos. Photos are typically posted 3 days after the event.