Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5k

Good Day for a Run

From Good Day for a Run

Sunday, September 26, 2027
9:00 AM EDT
Cape May, New Jersey
$49.76 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and festivities at the 15th Annual "Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K," organized by Good Day for a Run! This exciting event takes place on Sunday, September 26, 2027, in the picturesque Cape May, renowned for its stunning landscapes and vibrant community. Runners will enjoy a mostly flat and paved course that includes a delightful 1/4 mile through the beautifully manicured Cape May Winery vineyards.

The chip-timed 5K race kicks off at 9 AM, and participants can look forward to a fantastic post-race celebration featuring live music from Gene Shepherd, delicious food options from the Cape May Winery's Tapas Kitchen, and a complimentary glass of Cape May wine. With awards for the top finishers and a chance to grab a custom high-quality tech tee, this event promises to be more than just a race—it's a celebration of running with friends and family. Don’t miss out on this popular event that sells out every year! Register by September 12 to secure your spot and enjoy a memorable day of running, community, and celebration!

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.76 Fee & Tech Tee included or Long Sleeve Tech for $6 extra

    Walkers and children welcome. Registration required to participate. Start on time at 9 AM behind pack of runners. 1 Hour Time limit required.

    9:00 AM EDT

    $49.76

    Register

Organiser's description

15TH ANNUAL "RUN THE VINEYARDS" HOSTED BY THE POPULAR AND HISTORIC _CAPE https://capemaywinery.com https://capemaywinery.comM https://capemaywinery.comAY https://capemaywinery.comWINE https://capemaywinery.comRY https://capemaywinery.com__!_

MOSTLY FLAT AND PAVED COURSE, A 1/4 MILE RUN THROUGH THE BEAUTIFULLY MANICURED VINEYARD WHERE THE POST-RACE PARTY CONTINUES. THIS ONE OF A KIND RUN THE VINEYARDS RACE SELLS OUT EVERY YEAR! REGISTER TODAY!

CHARITY PARTNER FOR THIS EVENT IS HEADSTRONG FOUNDATION. LEARN MORE HERE: WWW.HEADSTRONG.ORG http://www.headstrong.org

MORE THAN A RACE...A CELEBRATION OF RUNNING WITH FAMILY, FRIENDS, & RUNNING GROUPS WITH A DELICIOUS FINISH WINE!

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CHIP-TIMED 5K RACE STARTS AT 9 AM. LIVE-STREAMED RESULTS.

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CUSTOM HIGH-QUALITY TECH TEE INCLUDED OR UPGRADE TO LONG SLEEVES FOR $6 EXTRA. WOMEN'S, MEN'S/UNISEX, AND YOUTH SIZES. **PLEASE SIGN UP BY SEPT. 12 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST FOR SIGN-UPS AFTER SEPT. 12.

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A GLASS OF DELICIOUS CAPE MAY WINE INCLUDED WITH RACE ENTRY

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STEMLESS "RUN THE VINEYARDS" WINE GLASS INCLUDED

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SOUVENIR FINISHER MEDALS AVAILABLE FOR $8 DURING REGISTRATION OR $10 ON RACE DAY (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST)

AFTER-PARTY FUN:

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AWARDS FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND AGE GROUP MALE AND FEMALE WINNERS! (AGES 14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, AND EVERY 10 YRS.)

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LIVE MUSICIAN GENE SHEPHERD https://geneshepherdmusic.com PERFORMING UNTIL NOON

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CAPE MAY WINERY'S TAPAS KITCHEN OPEN WITH DELICIOUS MENU OPTIONS

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FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE AND AFTER-PARTY PHOTOS. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER ON STAFF. PHOTOS PROVIDED 24-48 HRS AFTER RACE.

OTHER RACE DETAILS:

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SPECTATORS WELCOME! WINE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AFTER RACE.

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WALKERS AND CHILDREN WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE. 1 HOUR TIME LIMIT REQUIRED. NEED TO REGISTER TO BE ON COURSE FOR SAFETY OF ALL RUNNERS AND WALKERS. START AT 9 AM BEHIND PACK OF RUNNERS. SPECIAL PRICING - CHILDREN RECEIVE DISCOUNTED PRICE DURING REGISTRATION (WINE TICKET NOT PROVIDED TO THEM).

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RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO TRANSFERS OR REFUNDS.

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PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY AT 7:30-8:30 AM AT "GOOD DAY FOR A RUN" TENT BEHIND WINERY. ARRIVE BY 8:30 AM TO CHECK-IN. LATE ARRIVALS MAY PICK UP SWAG, BUT UNABLE TO START AFTER 9 AM FOR SAFETY REASONS.

VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GLASS OF WINE AT THE AFTER-PARTY & FREE FUTURE RACE ENTRY! VISIT "VOLUNTEER" TAB FOR DETAILS & SIGN UP!

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Location

Cape May Winery, 711 Townbank Road, Cape May, 08204, NJ, United States

Good Day for a Run

Good Day for a Run

Year-round Race Management Company that produces and manages races in the mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. Our signature race series is Run the Vineyards, but we produce another 20 races as well.

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