Massbach Ridge Wine Run 5k

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

Refer Friends = Earn Wine Bonuses

How It Works:

1) When registering, create a Team Name for your group.  Create a password (and write it down!)

2) Tell all your friends to sign up for the race!  (be sure to give them your team name and password)

3) If you have a team of 10 the team leader will receive 1 bottle of wine at the specified winery.

4) If you have a team of 20 the team leader will receive a total of 5 bottles of wine at the specific winery.

Start/Finish Line: This is a cross country style course with a fantastic scenic tour of the vineyards!  The course is mostly on grass and does include some hills, so if you're looking for a personal best time this probably isn't your race, but if you're looking to have a great time and enjoy the wine then this is your event!  

Parking:  Is available at the winery. 

We are excited to announce that the local charity for this event is The Mississippi Valley Running Association!

The Mississippi Valley Running Association strengthens our community through service and charitable giving by encouraging and supporting a healthy and active mind and body.  This is achieved by providing education, race and social experiences for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Find out more HERE

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

10 Year Categories: 19 & Under, 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

• 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 wine pour).
• Are strollers allowed? Due to the grass and rolling hills, strollers are not recommended for this event!
• Is walking allowed? Yes absolutely!  We have many walkers, joggers, and run/walkers at this event!
• Is the race dog friendly? Yes, but they must be on a leash. This event is dog friendly!
• 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 on Race Day Only and will open an hour before the event starts.

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 Wine Run 5k and we'll ship your packet (NEW for 2023: There will be a $10.00 shipping and handling charge per person)

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 wine run race.

CLICK HERE FOR 2023 RESULTS!

This event is part of the Illinois Wine Run 5k Series.  Participate in 2 or more races and score a 25% discount using the Bundle registration option!   

Click on an event below for more info: 

Native Trails Winery (Lewistown, IL)
Fox Creek Vineyards (Olney, IL)
Massbach Winery (Galena,IL)
DC Esates (Rockford, IL)
Lindon Winery (Burlington, IA)
Mackinaw Winery (Peoria, IL)
Waterman Winery (Dekalb, IL)
Lake Hill Winery (Macomb, IL)
Tres Rojas Winery (Peoria, IL)