Description

Enjoy wine and running or walking?  This is a must do event for you! 

Race Swag: All participants will receive a race t-shirt, souvenir wine glass, finisher wine medal and a glass of wine (or soda for our under 21 runners) after the race! 

Join us on Saturday, September 6th, 2020 at 9:00 am for an exciting new event that features the scenic views of Utica, IL and the great Wine produced by locally owned by August Hill Winery.  With registration options for all wine lovers, runners and walkers, this race is a sure thing for a great time! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing and results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com. 

Awards: All participants will receive a finisher wine medal.  This is not a competitive race but it will be timed for those interested in their time. 

2 Registration Options Available:

1) 5K Run/Walk 

Like wine and running or walking... just not at the same time?  Run or walk the 5k course with the rest of the field, then enjoy a full pour at the finish line with your friends!

2) 0.0 K Race

Spectators are also encouraged to attend!  The 0k option gains you access to the race and includes a full pour and a souvenir wine glass.. and you don't even have to run!  

This race benefits local charity.  

FAQ's

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  Will you have Post Race Snacks?  We won't, however Lodi's, Joy&Ed's, Homey Tavern, Clark's Run, and Skoogs are all within a few feet of the finish line and will be serving by race time!


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  Is the race only for 21+? No, minors are welcome to participate, but they will get a soda instead of wine.


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  Is walking allowed? Yes, walkers are allowed and encouraged to participate!


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  Are strollers allowed? Yes


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  When is packet pickup?  We will hold packet pickup from 4-7pm on Friday the day before the race.  If you can't make packet pickup that's okay you can pickup your packets the morning of the race.  If a friend can pick up for you Friday that's fine too!  Groups of 4+ please email [email protected] and we'll pre-pack your gear for the group


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  If I refer 20 people do I really get 10 bottles of wine and $25 back of my registration? Yes! We have the best runner referral program!!


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  Is the race dog friendly? Yes, but please make sure you dog is on a leash. 


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  Wine's cool, but I prefer Beer!  That's not a question... but in case you were wondering, your bib ticket is only good for wine at August Hill.  However, there are 3 pubs within 100 feet of the finish line which will have Beer on Tap and Bloody Mary bars for those of you who like variety!


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  I still have questions, who do I contact?  If you have a question, someone else probably does too.  Email us at [email protected] and we'll add it to this page

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August Hill Winery, Utica, IL