Saturday May 17thA Bluff SchuetzenFest Event |
At 3p.m. the 'Bluff Schuetzenverein,' formed in line, on the public square, and with music and flying colors marched out to the shooting ground. -La Grange Journal, April 28, 1880
Join the traditional march to the Bluff Schuetzenverein grounds in the second annual Bluff 5K Spasslauf (Fun Run)! The Fun Run is a morning component to the fourth annual Bluff SchuetzenFest--a day of gathering on the Bluff for history, community, music, and more at Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Sites.Fun Run DetailsSaturday, May 17, 2025 at 9:30 am Begins at the La Grange Courthouse. Check in table opens at 8:00 am. Ends at Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Sites (approx. 3 miles, 5 kilometers) Registration Costs: Includes T-Shirt and swag bag (5k Only) Advanced Registration must purchase by May 9 Adults: $35 17 & Under: $25 5K + Beer Garden Admissions Adults 21+, must purchase by May 9: $60 General Registration* Adults: $40 17 & Under: $3 *Fun Run T-Shirt not guaranteed | 5K Difficulty: Easy to Moderate with various terrains and elevation gain near the Frisch Auf Country Club.Parking: TBD Parking Address: TBD Awards: Medals for 1st Place Male & Females in Adult, Youth (17 & Under), and Older Adults (45 & Over) The Award Ceremony will occur at 11:30 am during the Opening Ceremony of Bluff SchuetzenFest. This event is free to the public. Join in the festivities with the La Grange High School German Band, watch the Frisch Auf! Banner be raised, and enjoy a refreshing glass of root beer at the opening toast. Texas History on Tap will begin at 1:00 pm after the Fun Run and ceremony. Runners are encouraged to explore the sites and enjoy the festivities throughout the day. |
Put the "Fun" in the Run!Participate in these optional contests to add to your Spasslauf experience |
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Questions? Email our coordinators at events@friendsofkbmh.org or call the Visitors Center at 979-968-5658. |