
Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K
Sun, Oct 18, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Cape May, NJ
- Cape May Winery, 711 Townbank Road, 08204
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Great for
- Family Friendly
- Kids & Youth
- Walkers Welcome
Great for: walkers, families
Perks & features
- After-Party
- Awards
- Chip Timed
- Medal
- Shirt
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Easygoing
Flat road course
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The course
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From the organizer
14th ANNUAL "Run the Vineyards" hosted by the popular and historic CAPE M AY WINE RY !
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
More than a race...a celebration of running with family, friends, & running groups with a delicious finish wine!
Chip-timed 5K Race starts at 9 AM. Live-streamed results.
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 Oct. 4 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last after Oct. 4.
A Glass of delicious Cape May wine included with race entry
Stemless "Run the Vineyards" wine glass included
Souvenir Finisher Medals available for $8 during registration or $10 on race day (while supplies last)
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 until Noon
Cape May Winery's Tapas Kitchen open with delicious menu options
Free downloadable race and after-party photos. Professional photographer on staff.
Other Race details:
Spectators welcome! Wine available for purchase after race.
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.
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 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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