Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K
Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K is a running race on September 26, 2027 in Cape May, NJ, with an entry fee of $48.
- Date
- September 26, 2027 (318 days to go)
- Location
- Cape May Winery, Cape May, NJ
- Price
- $48
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
15th ANNUAL "Run the Vineyards" hosted by the popular and historic CAPE MAY WINERY!
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!
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Chip-timed 5K Race starts at 9 AM. Live-streamed results.
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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 Sept. 12 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for sign-ups after Sept. 12.
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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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Souvenir Finisher Medals available for $8 during registration or $10 on race day (while supplies last)
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 performing until 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. Professional photographer on staff. Photos provided 24-48 hrs after 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. 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. SPECIAL PRICING - Children receive discounted price during registration (wine ticket not provided to them).
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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 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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Typical Conditions
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
75°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cape May 2 Nw, 1 mi from the venue.
About Cape May, NJ
City Elevation
14 ft
Nearest Airport
DOV
Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base · 31 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 65 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2027
- Location
- Cape May Winery, Cape May, NJ
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Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K
Sep 26, 2027