Run the Vineyards - Valenzano 5K

Valenzano Family Winery hosts Run the Vineyards for the 10th Annual 5K! Run or Walk the course and finish with a fun after party. Enjoy running on country roads and through a short vineyard trail, and finish in a beautiful setting with handcrafted delicious wine, live music, and delicious pizza! A memorable and fun winery experience that combines the love of wine, outdoors, and healthy exercise!

More than a race...popular event for families, friends, and running groups! 

Charity Partner for this race is HEADstrong Foundation. Learn More Here: www.HEADstrong.org

The Race:

• Beautiful 5K course around the vineyard, along country roads and finishes at the winery. 

• Professionally Chip-Timed with Instant Results. Race starts at 9AM.

• Awards for Top 3 Overall and Age Group female and male winners (14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, and every 10 years)

More than a race....

• Complimentary glass of wine for all finishers (21+)

• Stemless wine glass with Run the Vineyards logo

• Custom Tech Shirt for all participants. Men's/Unisex, Youth, or Women's Tee included or Upgrade to Women's Racerback Tank Top for $5 extra. Men's Tanks do not require and added fee. Please register by May 31 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras are ordered and available while supplies last after May 31. 

• Free downloadable photos. Professional photographer on staff.

• Finisher Medals available for $8 during registration or $10 on race day (while supplies last)

• Post race live music until Noon.

• On-site food truck until Noon.

• Beautiful setting in the festival field overlooking the vineyard property

• Valenzano Family Winery wine bar will be open for additional purchases

• Walkers and children are welcome to participate.1 Hour time limit kindly requested. Need to be registered and start on time at 9 AM behind the runners for safety of all participants. 

• Packet Pick-Up on Race Day @ 7:30 - 8:30 AM at "Good Day for a Run" tent at the winery. Arrive by 8:30 AM to check-in.

• Race is Rain or Shine. No refunds or deferrals.

Spectators welcome! Volunteers receive a glass of wine & free future race! Visit "Volunteer" tab for details & sign up.

Invite Facebook friends on the event page here: facebook.com/events/4438727233023157

Race Day packet pick up @ 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM. Arrive by 8:30 AM to check-in. Race announcements start @ 8:45 AM. Race starts @ 9:00 AM.
Walkers are welcome, need to register, and start on time behind runners at 9 AM (1 Hour Limit please)
Event is rain or shine
No Refunds or Transfers
Approximately 1 mile of this course is off road and includes a short wooded trail.

Please read through the following details prior to race day. 

• Race Date: June 8th at 9am
• Location: Valenzano Family Winery located at 1090 US Route 206, Shamong, NJ 
• Check-In Time:  You may pick up your shirt and bibs on race day between 7:30-8:30am.  
• New Course Map 2025: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2896789 
• Course Notes:: This is a scenic course mixed with 2+ miles on roads and the rest through the vineyard on grass.  
• Results: Results will be live on this website and we will have a QR code near the Finish area.  
• Awards: There will be an awards presentation at approximately 10am where the musician is playing.
• Food Truck: We will have Red's Rolling Restaurant on site for delicious food options! INFO
• Live Music by Gene Shepherd - INFO 
• Race is Rain or Shine
• No Transfers or Refunds
• No outside alcohol.