Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K
From Good Day for a Run
- Date Sun 19th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Cape May, New Jersey
- Price $51.88
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 13th Annual Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K, hosted by Good Day for a Run! This exciting event will take place on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the stunning Cape May Winery in Cape May, New Jersey. Runners of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in this chip-timed 5K race that features a mostly flat and paved course, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced racers alike.
As you race through the beautifully manicured vineyards, you'll enjoy a festive post-race party complete with live music from local musician Gene Shepherd, delicious tapas from Cape May Winery's kitchen, and a complimentary glass of Cape May wine to celebrate your achievement. Plus, all participants will receive a custom tech tee, and new for 2025, you can also earn a unique wine-stopper finisher medal! With awards for top finishers in various age groups, this event promises fun for everyone involved. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a great cause, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Headstrong Foundation. Mark your calendars and register before October 5 to secure your spot in this sell-out event!
As you race through the beautifully manicured vineyards, you'll enjoy a festive post-race party complete with live music from local musician Gene Shepherd, delicious tapas from Cape May Winery's kitchen, and a complimentary glass of Cape May wine to celebrate your achievement. Plus, all participants will receive a custom tech tee, and new for 2025, you can also earn a unique wine-stopper finisher medal! With awards for top finishers in various age groups, this event promises fun for everyone involved. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a great cause, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Headstrong Foundation. Mark your calendars and register before October 5 to secure your spot in this sell-out event!
Organiser's Description
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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. LEARN MORE HERE: _HEADSTRONG FOUNDATION_ [http://www.headstrong.org]
MORE THAN A RACE...ALL AGES AND WALKERS WELCOME...PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS, EXPERIENCED RACERS, AND THOSE IN BETWEEN!
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CHIP-TIMED 5K RACE STARTS AT 9 AM. LIVE-STREAMED RESULTS.
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CUSTOM TECH TEE INCLUDED OR UPGRADE TO LONG SLEEVE FOR $6 EXTRA. WOMEN'S, ADULT/MEN'S, AND YOUTH OPTIONS. **PLEASE SIGN UP BY OCT. 5 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FIRST CHOICE OF STYLE/SIZE. MANY EXTRAS ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST AFTER OCT. 5.
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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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NEW IN 2025! WINE-STOPPER FINISHER MEDALS! AVAILABLE FOR $8 DURING REGISTRATION OR $10 ON RACE DAY.
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 PERFORMS IMMEDIATELY AFTER RACE UNTIL 12 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 AVAILABLE APPROX. 24-48 HRS. POST 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. NEED TO BE REGISTERED AND START ON TIME BEHIND THE RUNNERS AT 9 AM.
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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 THE WINERY. RUNNERS AND WALKERS NEED TO CHECK-IN BETWEEN 7:30-8:30 AM TO RECEIVE RACE ITEMS AND LISTEN TO RACE ANNOUNCEMENTS.
INVITE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ON THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/609599098401657 [https://www.facebook.com/events/609599098401657]
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GREAT PERKS! FOR DETAILS OR TO SIGN UP, VISIT "VOLUNTEER" TAB ABOVE!
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. LEARN MORE HERE: _HEADSTRONG FOUNDATION_ [http://www.headstrong.org]
MORE THAN A RACE...ALL AGES AND WALKERS WELCOME...PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS, EXPERIENCED RACERS, AND THOSE IN BETWEEN!
*
CHIP-TIMED 5K RACE STARTS AT 9 AM. LIVE-STREAMED RESULTS.
*
CUSTOM TECH TEE INCLUDED OR UPGRADE TO LONG SLEEVE FOR $6 EXTRA. WOMEN'S, ADULT/MEN'S, AND YOUTH OPTIONS. **PLEASE SIGN UP BY OCT. 5 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FIRST CHOICE OF STYLE/SIZE. MANY EXTRAS ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST AFTER OCT. 5.
*
A GLASS OF DELICIOUS CAPE MAY WINE INCLUDED WITH RACE ENTRY
*
STEMLESS "RUN THE VINEYARDS" WINE GLASS INCLUDED
*
NEW IN 2025! WINE-STOPPER FINISHER MEDALS! AVAILABLE FOR $8 DURING REGISTRATION OR $10 ON RACE DAY.
AFTER-PARTY FUN:
*
AWARDS FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND AGE GROUP MALE AND FEMALE WINNERS! (AGES 14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, AND EVERY 10 YRS.)
*
LIVE MUSICIAN - GENE SHEPHERD PERFORMS IMMEDIATELY AFTER RACE UNTIL 12 NOON!
*
CAPE MAY WINERY'S TAPAS KITCHEN OPEN WITH DELICIOUS MENU OPTIONS
*
FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE AND AFTER-PARTY PHOTOS AVAILABLE APPROX. 24-48 HRS. POST RACE
OTHER RACE DETAILS:
*
SPECTATORS WELCOME! WINE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AFTER RACE.
*
WALKERS AND CHILDREN WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE. NEED TO BE REGISTERED AND START ON TIME BEHIND THE RUNNERS AT 9 AM.
*
RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO TRANSFERS OR REFUNDS.
*
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY AT 7:30-8:30 AM AT "GOOD DAY FOR A RUN" TENT BEHIND THE WINERY. RUNNERS AND WALKERS NEED TO CHECK-IN BETWEEN 7:30-8:30 AM TO RECEIVE RACE ITEMS AND LISTEN TO RACE ANNOUNCEMENTS.
INVITE FAMILY AND FRIENDS ON THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/609599098401657 [https://www.facebook.com/events/609599098401657]
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GREAT PERKS! FOR DETAILS OR TO SIGN UP, VISIT "VOLUNTEER" TAB ABOVE!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.88 Fee & Tech Tee Included or Long Sleeve Tech- $6 Extra
Sun 19th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$51.88
5K Walkers welcome. Registration required to participate. Start on time at 9 AM behind pack of runners.
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