Vineyard at Hershey Haunted Wine Run 5k

Like Running or Walking?  Love Wine?  This race is for you! 

Join us on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 9:00am for an exciting annual "Halloween Themed" event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey! With an extensive list of unique wines and craft beer, The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey handcrafts every bottle for the enjoyment of new and the most experienced of palates. Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience!  This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com. 

Registration Includes:

• T-shirt:  Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt or Upgrade to a hoodie for only $10
• Wine Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!
• Finisher Medal: Doubles as a Wine Stopper!
• Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk
• Results Posted Online
• ...and of course, a pour of wine!

Looking to Level up for Race Day?  We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our NEW WineRun Store! 

Shop Your Favorite Swag Anytime and Level Up your game for Training and Race Day!  From cozy apparel to exclusive accessories, find it all at our online store.

Free Race Pics Available for Download at all of our events!!! 

Race Course:  There will be vines, and there will be wines! This is a cross country style route mostly on grass and has some areas with uneven footing.  This is a 2 lap course starting and finishing at the winery!  Click here for an interactive course map

This event will be offering Age Group Awards!  In addition to scoring all of the great swag listed above, the top 3 finishers M/F in each age category also receives a custom age group award!   

10 Year Categories: 1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over

Important details: 

• Competitive Runners, please start with the first group to be eligible for an age group awards. 
• If your event has wave start times, age group winners must start with the first wave to be eligible for a pin. 
• There will be no age group ceremony.  Please look up your results at www.J3Timing.com after finishing and if you placed top 3 in your category please visit the registration table to pick up your award.
• Age Group pins will be available for pickup 1 hour after the start of the first wave - age group awards are only available the day of the event and will not be available for shipment once the event has concluded.

FAQ's

• Is the race only for 21+? No, minors are welcome to participate and receive a discounted registration that includes a shirt, medal and bib (these participants will not receive a wine glass or a wine pour). All children must be accompanied by an adult at all all times, especially on the farm.
• Are strollers allowed? You are welcome to use a stroller for this event but it is not recommended due to uneven ground on the course and children in strollers can participate for free and do not need to register.
• Is walking allowed? Yes, absolutely!  We have many walkers, joggers, and run/walkers at this event!
• Is the race dog friendly? Yes, but please have your dogs on a leash and clean up after them.  
• I still have questions, who do I contact?  If you have a question, someone else probably does too.  Use the contact form on this page, we'd love to hear from you!
  

Packet Pickup will be Race Day Only and will open an hour before the event starts.

Like Running or Walking, Love visiting amazing Wineries?  Sign up for 2 or more events and score a 20% Discount!  Hint:  select "no shirt" for an additional $5 off!  Click on the links below for more info on each event: 

3/14 - Ridgeview Winery (New Tripoli, PA)

3/15 - Armstrong Valley Winery (Halifax, PA)

4/18 - Hauser Hill Winery (Biglerville, PA)

4/25 - Stone Villa (Acme, PA)

6/20 - Spyglass (Sunbury, PA)

9/12 - Hunters Valley (Liverpool, PA)

9/13 - Blue Ridge (Saylorsburg, PA)

10/3 - Thistlewaite (Jefferson, PA)

10/4 - Greenhouse (Sewickley Township, PA)

10/17 - The Vineyard at Hershey (Middletown, PA)

10/25 - Adams County Winery - (Ortanna, PA)

Absolutely!  We have been getting many inquiries about virtual participation and have integrated a virtual option into our regular registration.

Please feel free to register through the regular registration link above and you can either: 

1) Pick up packet during packet pickup or on the morning of the race, but run on your own (hint:  wine ticket is still good if you use this strategy)

2) Contact us at any time to switch to the Haunted Wine Run Virtual Race and we'll ship your packet (There will be a $10.00 shipping and handling charge for this option)

Also, if you intend on running, but later change your mind and would like to do either of these options, that's ok too!  If you are definitely going to have us ship your packet and run virtually though, we do recommend you follow the instructions below:

1). Go to runsignup.com/profile and log into your account.

2). Click on "Manage Registration" next to this race.

3). On the next page click on transfer to another race and choose the Haunted Wine Run Virtual Race.

CLICK HERE FOR 2026 RESULTS