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Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K
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Run the Vineyards - Down the Shore 5K

Cape May, New Jersey, United States View on map
Oct 18, 2026 (America/New_York local time)
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About this race

14th 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!
  • Chip-timed 5K Race starts at 9 AM. Live-streamed results.
  • 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 Oct. 4 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last after Oct. 4.
  • A Glass of delicious Cape May wine included with race entry 
  • Stemless "Run the Vineyards" wine glass included
  • Souvenir Finisher Medals available for $8 during registration or $10 on race day (while supplies last)
After-Party Fun:
  • Awards for Top 3 Overall and Age Group Male and Female winners! (Ages 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, and every 10 yrs.) 
  • Live musician until Noon
  • Cape May Winery's Tapas Kitchen open with delicious menu options
  • Free downloadable race and after-party photos. Professional photographer on staff.
Other Race details: 
  • Spectators welcome! Wine available for purchase after race. 
  • 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. 
  • Race is rain or shine. No transfers or refunds. 
  • 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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Running

5K

Walkers and children welcome. Registration required to participate. Start on time at 9 AM behind pack of runners. 1 Hour Time limit required.

Oct 18, 2026 5K 9:00 AM
$48.00
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Typical race-day weather

Based on 10 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Cape May.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-day average) 16.8° / Maximum temperature (race-day average) 19.5°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-day average) 16.8° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-day average) 19.5°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (race-day average)
30.4
Precip (mm)
Average precipitation (race-day average)
1.9mm
Humidity
Average relative humidity (race-day average)
72.8%

Course

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  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 8 Cape May events

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