
Beads & Bubbles 5K - Cape Fear Vineyard & Winery is a running race on February 13, 2027 in Elizabethtown, NC, with an entry fee of $35.
Love is in the air—and so are your footsteps! The Beads & Bubbles 5K at Cape Fear Vineyard & Winery in Elizabethtown, NC brings a festive Mardi Gras & Valentine twist to your run, inviting athletes of all paces to enjoy a fun, feel-good course filled with heart-day spirit. Whether you’re running with your sweetheart, your best friends, or hoping to meet someone new along the way, this race is all about connection, celebration, and a dash of sparkle.
Every participant will receive a Valentine-themed race shirt, a charming finisher medal, and a complimentary mimosa to sip as you celebrate your finish. Awards will also be presented in the usual five-year age groups starting at 10 & under, giving everyone a chance to feel the love.
Come share the miles, the moments, and the mimosas—Matchmakers & Mimosas 5K is the sweetest way to kick off your Valentine season!
We even have a special Sip & Stroll division. It includes all the goodies of the 5K, with no requirement to run. We'll have juice and water for those under 21.
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
58°
Typical Low
33°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elizabethtown, 2 mi from the venue.
City Elevation
63 ft
Nearest Airport
FAY
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field · 29 mi
Major Hub
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 70 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Beads & Bubbles 5K - Cape Fear Vineyard & Winery
Feb 13, 2027