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The Great Grape Race

Date
September 19, 2026
Distance
5k
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From the Organizer

Saturday, September 19th 2026 - Race begins at 8:00 am

Winesburg Park - 7705 TR 671 Winesburg, OH 44690

Packet pickup will begin the day of the race at 7 am

 

Join generations of Winesburgers in running the Great Grape Race, one of the many fun events of the 28th Winesburg Reunion weekend! This event begins at Winesburg Park and is perfect for all ages, featuring a scenic route through the picturesque farmland. Whether you’re a dedicated runner, a casual jogger, or just looking to enjoy a family-friendly event, this race is designed for everyone.

 

Granola bars, bananas and water will be available for runners at the finish line. The event concludes at Winesburg Park, where the Fall Festival will be taking place. After the race, there will be food trucks, baseball games, and various festival and reunion activities throughout the rest of the day.

 

Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers. All participants will receive a voucher for an ice cream cone from Whitmer's General Store.

 

Parking will be in the field behind the playground at Winesburg park. Participants will need to drive past the park entrance on TR 671. They will enter the drive at 7771 TR 671 and park in the field past the house. There will be signs indicating where to park the day of the race.

 

NOTE: Shirt deadline is 2 weeks prior to event. Anyone registering after this date will not be guaranteed a t-shirt.  We will do our best to estimate quantity and sizing needs but can not guarantee correct sizes to anyone registering after this date.  

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Weather

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

51°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from New Philadelphia, 12 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:12 AMSunset 7:30 PMDaylight 12h 19m

Host City

About Dundee, OH

Elevation

1,037 ft

Nearest Airport

CAK

Akron Canton Regional Airport · 24 mi

Major Hub

CLE

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 58 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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The Great Grape Race
Date
September 19, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is The Great Grape Race?
The Great Grape Race is a running race held in Dundee, Ohio on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is The Great Grape Race?
Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Dundee, Ohio at 7705 Township Road 671, Dundee, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Great Grape Race?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Great Grape Race

Sep 19, 2026

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