Run the Vineyards - Unionville 8K and 5K
- Date Sun 8th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Ringoes, New Jersey
- Price $49.76 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the Run the Vineyards event on Sunday, November 8, 2026, held at the picturesque Unionville Vineyards in Ringoes, Hunterdon. Celebrate the 10th year of this beloved fall tradition by participating in either the 8K or 5K trail race that winds through stunning vineyards. The 8K race kicks off at 9 AM, followed by the 5K at 9:05 AM, both featuring chip timing and live-streamed results.
This family-friendly event welcomes runners of all ages, including walkers, making it a perfect outing for everyone. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a relaxing post-race reception complete with a complimentary glass of wine, live music from the talented Gene Shepherd, and delicious offerings from the Fuel Waffle food truck. Participants will also receive a custom high-quality tech tee and have the option to purchase a souvenir finisher medal. With awards for the top three overall finishers and age groups, plus free downloadable race photos, the Run the Vineyards event promises a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic wine! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience—register by October 25 to secure your spot!
This family-friendly event welcomes runners of all ages, including walkers, making it a perfect outing for everyone. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a relaxing post-race reception complete with a complimentary glass of wine, live music from the talented Gene Shepherd, and delicious offerings from the Fuel Waffle food truck. Participants will also receive a custom high-quality tech tee and have the option to purchase a souvenir finisher medal. With awards for the top three overall finishers and age groups, plus free downloadable race photos, the Run the Vineyards event promises a memorable day filled with fun, fitness, and fantastic wine! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience—register by October 25 to secure your spot!
Organiser's Description
RUN THE VINEYARDS 10TH YEAR AT UNIONVILLE VINEYARDS [https://unionvillevineyards.com/] - MANY RUNNERS FAVORITE FALL DESTINATION!
RUN AN 8K OR 5K TRAIL COURSE, PASS MILES OF BEAUTIFUL VINES, AND ENJOY THE RELAXING POST-RACE RECEPTION WITH AWARDS CEREMONY, DELICIOUS WINE, AND LIVE MUSIC! ALL AGES AND WALKERS WELCOME...MORE THAN A RACE...
FEATURES:
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CHIP TIMED 5K AND 8K RACES WITH LIVE-STREAMED RESULTS. 8K RACE STARTS AT 9AM. 5K STARTS AT 9:05 AM.
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POST RACE GLASS OF WINE INCLUDED, ADDITIONAL WINE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
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"RUN THE VINEYARDS" SOUVENIR STEMLESS WINE GLASS INCLUDED
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CUSTOM HIGH-QUALITY TECH TEE INCLUDED OR LONG SLEEVE UPGRADE AVAILABLE FOR $6 EXTRA. WOMEN'S, ADULT/MEN'S OPTIONS. **PLEASE SIGN UP BY OCT 25 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ARE ORDERED AND AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS AFTER OCT. 25.
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MULTIPLE WATER STATIONS AND FINISH LINE WATERS AND BANANAS.
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SOUVENIR FINISHER MEDAL AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON RACE DAY
RELAXING POST RACE ATMOSPHERE:
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LIVE MUSICIAN GENE SHEPHERD [https://geneshepherdmusic.com/] PERFORMING FROM 9:45AM-12 NOON
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FUEL WAFFLE FOOD TRUCK ON SITE WITH GREAT FOOD OPTIONS! INFO [https://fuelwaffleco.com/]
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AWARD MEDALS FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND AGE GROUPS MALE AND FEMALE - 14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, AND EVERY 10 YRS.
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FREE DOWNLOADABLE PHOTOS
MORE RACE DETAILS:
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WALKERS AND CHILDREN WELCOME. REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS. 1 HOUR TIME LIMIT FOR 5K WALKERS. 1 HOUR 40 MIN. TIME LIMIT FOR 8K RUNNERS KINDLY REQUESTED. SPECIAL PRICING - CHILDREN RECEIVE DISCOUNTED PRICE DURING 5K REGISTRATION (WINE TICKET NOT PROVIDED FOR THEM).
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SPECTATORS WELCOME. ADDITIONAL WINE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AFTER RACE
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RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS.
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY: 7:30-8:30 AM AT GOOD DAY FOR A RUN TABLE. ARRIVE BEFORE 8:30 AM TO PICK UP BIB NUMBER AND SHIRT. RACES START AT 9AM. LATE ARRIVALS CAN PICK UP SWAG BUT CANNOT START AFTER 9 AM FOR SAFETY REASONS.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GLASS OF WINE AT AFTER-PARTY & FREE FUTURE RACE! VIEW "VOLUNTEER" TAB FOR DETAILS & SIGN UP!
INVITE FACEBOOK FRIENDS HERE: UNIONVILLE 8K AND 5K FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE [https://www.facebook.com/events/1525080569062924]
RUN AN 8K OR 5K TRAIL COURSE, PASS MILES OF BEAUTIFUL VINES, AND ENJOY THE RELAXING POST-RACE RECEPTION WITH AWARDS CEREMONY, DELICIOUS WINE, AND LIVE MUSIC! ALL AGES AND WALKERS WELCOME...MORE THAN A RACE...
FEATURES:
*
CHIP TIMED 5K AND 8K RACES WITH LIVE-STREAMED RESULTS. 8K RACE STARTS AT 9AM. 5K STARTS AT 9:05 AM.
*
POST RACE GLASS OF WINE INCLUDED, ADDITIONAL WINE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
*
"RUN THE VINEYARDS" SOUVENIR STEMLESS WINE GLASS INCLUDED
*
CUSTOM HIGH-QUALITY TECH TEE INCLUDED OR LONG SLEEVE UPGRADE AVAILABLE FOR $6 EXTRA. WOMEN'S, ADULT/MEN'S OPTIONS. **PLEASE SIGN UP BY OCT 25 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ARE ORDERED AND AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS AFTER OCT. 25.
*
MULTIPLE WATER STATIONS AND FINISH LINE WATERS AND BANANAS.
*
SOUVENIR FINISHER MEDAL AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON RACE DAY
RELAXING POST RACE ATMOSPHERE:
*
LIVE MUSICIAN GENE SHEPHERD [https://geneshepherdmusic.com/] PERFORMING FROM 9:45AM-12 NOON
*
FUEL WAFFLE FOOD TRUCK ON SITE WITH GREAT FOOD OPTIONS! INFO [https://fuelwaffleco.com/]
*
AWARD MEDALS FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND AGE GROUPS MALE AND FEMALE - 14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, AND EVERY 10 YRS.
*
FREE DOWNLOADABLE PHOTOS
MORE RACE DETAILS:
*
WALKERS AND CHILDREN WELCOME. REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS. 1 HOUR TIME LIMIT FOR 5K WALKERS. 1 HOUR 40 MIN. TIME LIMIT FOR 8K RUNNERS KINDLY REQUESTED. SPECIAL PRICING - CHILDREN RECEIVE DISCOUNTED PRICE DURING 5K REGISTRATION (WINE TICKET NOT PROVIDED FOR THEM).
*
SPECTATORS WELCOME. ADDITIONAL WINE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AFTER RACE
*
RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS.
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY: 7:30-8:30 AM AT GOOD DAY FOR A RUN TABLE. ARRIVE BEFORE 8:30 AM TO PICK UP BIB NUMBER AND SHIRT. RACES START AT 9AM. LATE ARRIVALS CAN PICK UP SWAG BUT CANNOT START AFTER 9 AM FOR SAFETY REASONS.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GLASS OF WINE AT AFTER-PARTY & FREE FUTURE RACE! VIEW "VOLUNTEER" TAB FOR DETAILS & SIGN UP!
INVITE FACEBOOK FRIENDS HERE: UNIONVILLE 8K AND 5K FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE [https://www.facebook.com/events/1525080569062924]
Races
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8K Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Tech Tee Included or Long Sleeve Upgrade for $6 Extra
Sun 8th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$54.00
1 Hour 40 Min. Time limit for 8K kindly requested. Walkers requested to register for 5K in respect of time for staff. -
5k
Incl. $3.76 Fee & Tech Tee Included or Long Sleeve Upgrade for $6 Extra
Sun 8th November 2026 (9:05AM EST)
$49.76
Walkers and children welcome to participate. Need to register to be on the course for the safety of all participants. 1 Hour Time Limit for 5K.
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Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Road, Ringoes, 08551, NJ, United States
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