Events
5K Run/Walk
500 spots left. Price increases after December 28, 2024 at 11:59pm EST
Description
Like Running or Walking? Love Cider? This race is for you!
Join us on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 8:00am and 9:30am (you will choose your start time during registration) for an exciting new event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Summer Crush Winery! Summer Crush is a family owned sun & fun boutique winery creation that is the result of the blending of owner/vintner Gary Roberts' love of history and surfing, with native muscadine and fruit wines. Florida is truly a place with a Crush on Summer and Summer Crush blends the rich history of muscadine wine with the tropical Florida lifestyle to create a memorable winery experience like no other. So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the cider and camaraderie 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 included!
- Glass: Stemless 12 ounce wine glass - The logo on the actual glass will be white/transparent.
- Finisher Medal: Doubles as a bottle opener.
- Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk
- Results Posted Online
- A homemade Cider Donut
- ...and of course, a pour of cider!
2024 Race Swag!!!
There Will Be Donuts!
Whats Better than an amazing venue and free Hard Cider? Getting all of that plus Incredible Homeade Cider Donuts of Course!
Your Registration includes cider donuts at the finish line, and make sure to check out the awesome goodies at the country store after the race!
Free Finisher Photos
Our race team will be taking photos at the finish line and will upload them to the race page for free download after the race!
Course Map
There will be vines, and there will be wines!
Get ready for an awesome and scenic 5K tour of the vineyards! If you're looking for a personal best time, this is not the course for you! But if you're looking for a personal best wine this course is a guaranteed winner! The course is mostly grass and dirt. Click Here for an interactive course map
The photo below is an actual pic from the course. But wait, it actually gets better! Bring your cameras for this one, there are some amazing sights at Summer Crush Winery!
Place
4200 Johnston Rd
Fort Pierce, FL US 34951
Charity Partners
We are excited to announce that the local charity partner for this event is: Little Birthday Angels!
Little Birthday Angels' Mission
To provide a birthday celebration for every homeless child living on the Treasure Coast of Florida.
With the helping hands and hearts of many volunteers, we are providing themed birthday parties and gifts every month at four local shelters. Complete with decorations, games, activities, cupcakes, and goody bags. From set-up to clean-up, our volunteers take care of the whole celebration.
In addition to birthday parties, we recently added two local school districts, providing birthday gifts and essential items to homeless birthday students each month.
For more information click HERE
Florida Wine Pass
Love visiting amazing Destination Wineries? This is your ticket! Join us at these amazing upcoming locations and score a 20% discount if you register for 2 or more events! Also get an additional $5 off if you select the "no shirt" option during registration!
December 7th - Hard Cider Run (Jacksonville, FL)
December 8th - Summer Crush (Fort Pierce, FL)
December 14th - Secret Garden Winery (Sebring, FL)
December 15th - Aspirations Winery (Clearwater, FL)
December 21st - Keel Farms (Plant City, FL)
December 22nd - Keel Farms (Plant City, FL)
December 29th - Masaryk Winery (Masaryktown, FL)
December 30th - Whispering Oaks (Oxford, FL)
March 22nd - Hard Cider Run (Tampa, FL)
March 23rd - Hard Cider Run (Port St Lucie, FL)
Age Group Awards and More Info!
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
- What about bad weather? The race will go on rain or shine. In the event of severe weather conditions or lightning the race director may delay the start time. If so, you will receive an email.
- 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 pour of wine).
- 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 as many walkers as we do runners (if not more!)
- Is the race dog friendly? Well behaved dogs are allowed at this event and on the course- Always on leash and must be cleaned up after- but dogs are not allowed inside any winery buildings including the outdoor Pavilion.
- I still have questions, who do I contact? If you have a question, someone else probably does too. Email us using the "questions" button on this page, we would love to hear from you!
Travel Accomodations
Many participants use this race as a weekend getaway to visit a destination winery!
Recommended Travel Accommodations:
1) Holiday Inn Fort Pierce: mention "Summer Crush" to get a WineRun5k Discounted Rate! Contact Kelsie 772-464-5000
2) We also recommend DAYS IN BY WYNDHAM close to downtown Fort Pierce! You will receive 20% off of their best available rate! - https://www.summercrushwine.com/faq?id=place_to_stay_close_by
3) RV Camping Available through Harvest Host, RV Overnights, or Hipcamp: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/florida-gary-r-s-land-4-9mxh727v/sites/476577?siteId=476577&adults=1&children=0
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup: is Race Day only starting and hour before the race starts!
Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery 4200 Johnston Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34951
Can I pick up for my group? Yes! Just have them forward you their packet pickup QR code
Check out this Amazing Location!
Can I Participate Virtually?
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 Virtual Spiked Apple 5k and we'll ship your packet (There will be a 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 virtual spiked apple 5k race.
Professionally Timed By
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at http://www.winerun5k.com.
Race Contact Info
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