Run the Vineyards - Running Hare 5K
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Prince Frederick, Maryland
- Price $49.76
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 8th Annual Run the Vineyards - Running Hare 5K on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the stunning Running Hare Vineyard in Prince Frederick, Calvert! This delightful event is perfect for both runners and walkers, offering a picturesque setting filled with beautifully landscaped grounds and the chance to enjoy handcrafted wines. The chip-timed 5K race kicks off at 9 AM, and participants will receive a custom high-quality tech shirt, a complimentary glass of Running Hare wine (for finishers over 21), and a stylish stemless wine glass.
The day promises a festive atmosphere featuring live music by Spike Burton from 9:45 AM to noon and delicious food options from Heidi's Eats & Sage's Treats at the after-party. Awards will be given to the top three overall and age group winners, and all finishers can opt for a souvenir medal. With free downloadable race photos and a welcoming environment for spectators, families, and walkers, this event is not to be missed! Be sure to register by April 19 to secure your preferred shirt choice and join us rain or shine for a day of fun, fitness, and fantastic wine!
The day promises a festive atmosphere featuring live music by Spike Burton from 9:45 AM to noon and delicious food options from Heidi's Eats & Sage's Treats at the after-party. Awards will be given to the top three overall and age group winners, and all finishers can opt for a souvenir medal. With free downloadable race photos and a welcoming environment for spectators, families, and walkers, this event is not to be missed! Be sure to register by April 19 to secure your preferred shirt choice and join us rain or shine for a day of fun, fitness, and fantastic wine!
Organiser's Description
RUN THE VINEYARDS RETURNS FOR THE 8TH ANNUAL 5K AT RUNNING HARE VINEYARD [https://runningharevineyard.com/] - A BEAUTIFUL GEM IN MARYLAND THAT WELCOMES RUNNERS AND WALKERS TO ENJOY THE BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED PROPERTY AND DELICIOUS HANDCRAFTED WINES. ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR AND RELAXING RUN THE VINEYARDS DESTINATIONS!
RACE FEATURES:
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CHIP-TIMED 5K RACE STARTS AT 9 AM.
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CUSTOM HIGH-QUALITY TECH SHIRT - WOMEN'S, MEN'S/UNISEX OR YOUTH T-SHIRTS INCLUDED, OR WOMEN'S RACERBACK TANK TOP FOR $5 EXTRA. MEN'S TANKS OPTIONAL FOR NO ADDED FEE. *PLEASE REGISTER BY APRIL 19 TO GUARANTEE FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ARE ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER APRIL 19.
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A GLASS OF RUNNING HARE WINE FOR ALL FINISHERS OVER 21
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RUN THE VINEYARDS STEMLESS WINE GLASS INCLUDED FOR ALL FINISHERS
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SOUVENIR FINISHER MEDALS AVAILABLE FOR $8 DURING REGISTRATION OR $10 ON RACE DAY
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LIVE MUSICIAN: SPIKE BURTON [https://www.instagram.com/spike_burton_music/] PERFORMS IMMEDIATELY POST-RACE FROM 9:45AM - NOON.
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FOOD TRUCK: HEIDI'S EATS & SAGE'S TREATS [https://www.heidiseatsnsagestreats.com/] AT AFTER-PARTY WITH DELICIOUS OPTIONS AVAILABLE
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AWARDS FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND AGE GROUP FEMALE & MALE WINNERS (14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, AND EVERY 10 YRS)
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FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE PHOTOS. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER ON STAFF.
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WALKERS AND CHILDREN ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE.1 HOUR TIME LIMIT KINDLY REQUESTED. NEED TO BE REGISTERED AND START ON TIME AT 9 AM BEHIND THE RUNNERS FOR SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS.
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RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO TRANSFERS OR REFUNDS.
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NO STROLLERS OR DOGS ALLOWED ON COURSE.
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SPECTATORS WELCOME. WINERY OPEN FOR BUSINESS DURING AND AFTER RACE!
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY @ 7:30 - 8:30 AM AT "GOOD DAY FOR A RUN" TENT. RUNNERS AND SPECTATORS ARRIVE NO LATER THAN 8:30 DUE TO PORTION OF COURSE IS ON THE DRIVEWAY AND IT WILL BE CLOSED AT 8:45 AM. RACE STARTS AT 9AM.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE COMPLIMENTARY GLASS OF WINE AND FREE FUTURE RACE! VISIT "VOLUNTEER" TAB FOR DETAILS/SIGN UP.
INVITE FACEBOOK FRIENDS ON THE EVENT PAGE HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/1381160606875530 [https://www.facebook.com/events/1381160606875530]
RACE FEATURES:
*
CHIP-TIMED 5K RACE STARTS AT 9 AM.
*
CUSTOM HIGH-QUALITY TECH SHIRT - WOMEN'S, MEN'S/UNISEX OR YOUTH T-SHIRTS INCLUDED, OR WOMEN'S RACERBACK TANK TOP FOR $5 EXTRA. MEN'S TANKS OPTIONAL FOR NO ADDED FEE. *PLEASE REGISTER BY APRIL 19 TO GUARANTEE FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ARE ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER APRIL 19.
*
A GLASS OF RUNNING HARE WINE FOR ALL FINISHERS OVER 21
*
RUN THE VINEYARDS STEMLESS WINE GLASS INCLUDED FOR ALL FINISHERS
*
SOUVENIR FINISHER MEDALS AVAILABLE FOR $8 DURING REGISTRATION OR $10 ON RACE DAY
*
LIVE MUSICIAN: SPIKE BURTON [https://www.instagram.com/spike_burton_music/] PERFORMS IMMEDIATELY POST-RACE FROM 9:45AM - NOON.
*
FOOD TRUCK: HEIDI'S EATS & SAGE'S TREATS [https://www.heidiseatsnsagestreats.com/] AT AFTER-PARTY WITH DELICIOUS OPTIONS AVAILABLE
*
AWARDS FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND AGE GROUP FEMALE & MALE WINNERS (14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, AND EVERY 10 YRS)
*
FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE PHOTOS. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER ON STAFF.
*
WALKERS AND CHILDREN ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE.1 HOUR TIME LIMIT KINDLY REQUESTED. NEED TO BE REGISTERED AND START ON TIME AT 9 AM BEHIND THE RUNNERS FOR SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS.
*
RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO TRANSFERS OR REFUNDS.
*
NO STROLLERS OR DOGS ALLOWED ON COURSE.
*
SPECTATORS WELCOME. WINERY OPEN FOR BUSINESS DURING AND AFTER RACE!
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY @ 7:30 - 8:30 AM AT "GOOD DAY FOR A RUN" TENT. RUNNERS AND SPECTATORS ARRIVE NO LATER THAN 8:30 DUE TO PORTION OF COURSE IS ON THE DRIVEWAY AND IT WILL BE CLOSED AT 8:45 AM. RACE STARTS AT 9AM.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE COMPLIMENTARY GLASS OF WINE AND FREE FUTURE RACE! VISIT "VOLUNTEER" TAB FOR DETAILS/SIGN UP.
INVITE FACEBOOK FRIENDS ON THE EVENT PAGE HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/1381160606875530 [https://www.facebook.com/events/1381160606875530]
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.76 Fee & Tech Shirt Included or Wom. Racerback Tank Top $5 Extra
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$49.76
Walkers start behind the runners and must be registered to be on course for safety of all participants. 1 Hour time limit kindly requested.
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Running Hare Vineyards, 150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick, 20678, MD, United States
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