
From the Organizer
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, enjoy a beautiful run through Sakonnet Vineyard in Little Compton, RI. Grab some friends and enjoy a trail run finishing amongst the vines. After the race, there will be dinner, wine, and music in the vineyard. Race participants will receive a souvenir wine glass as a memento of their experience.
The course is approximately 3 miles along varying trails. It is important to note that this course is uneven, with rocks, ruts and other terrain typical on a trail. Please go slow and watch your step.
The race begins at 1 pm with bib pick up starting at 11 am, all at Sakonnet Vineyard. Please plan on arriving at least one hour before the race starts to get checked in and settled for an on-time start.
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General Race Entry includes parking, race entry, professional race timing, t-shirt, wine glass and wine, dinner and music.
Dinner only includes parking, wine, dinner and music.
Please Note: The Wine Run will be happening rain or shine. Because of the logistics of planning for a race of this size, we cannot offer refunds for any reason. In the event that weather is severe enough to create an unsafe environment for participants, organizers will cancel the event with no refunds issued.
Events
Weather
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
62°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport State Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
Coming Up
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The Ocean State Crossing
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The Wine Run at Sakonnet Vineyard
Oct 17, 2026