Like Running or Walking? Love Wine? These races are for you! Join us on Sunday, April 12, 2026 with start times available at 8:30am and 10:30am (you will select your start time during registration). Make sure to secure a spot early because both waves will sell out! This event features the scenic views and amazing wines of Mari Vineyards! Located on lovely Old Mission Peninsula just north of Traverse City, Michigan. Mari Vineyards is dedicated to making exquisite red and white wine from experimental Italian grapes alongside traditionally grown appellation varieties. Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine these races are a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race will be 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 included! 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!
This event will be offering Age Group Awards! In addition to scoring all of the great swag listed above, the top 1 finisher 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 award. If your event has wave start times, age group winners must start with the first wave to be eligible for a medal.
5K: T-Shirt
Hidden 5k: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $35.00 | Sep 29 | Jan 17 |
| $40.00 | Jan 18 | Feb 28 | |
| $45.00 | Mar 1 | Mar 14 | |
| $50.00 | Mar 15 | Apr 1 | |
| $55.00 | Apr 2 | Apr 11 | |
| $60.00 | Apr 12 | Apr 12 | |
| Hidden 5k | $30.00 | Apr 10 | Apr 13 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 199 | 41:30 | 24:03 |
| 2024 | 270 | 39:00 | 18:28 |
There will be vines, and there will be wines! The Race Starts and Finishes at the Winery and includes vines and grass. This is a mostly cross country style route and has areas of uneven footing. If you're looking for a personal best 5k time this is probably not the best course for you, but if you're looking for the most fun time you've had at a 5k this one is for you! The course is very suitable for both runners and walkers. We offer a 2 lap course. If you do not feel doing the cours
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Packet Pickup will be Race Day Only! Please arrive an hour before your specified start time to pick up your items and park for the event.