Grand River Haunted Wine Run 5k

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There will be vines, and there will be wines! 

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 course twice in the vines, you are more than welcome to step out after lap 1 and do more laps on the wines!  Cheers!

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We are excited to announce the local charity partner for this event is The Northeast Ohio Autism Group!

Northeast Ohio Autism Group (NEOAG) is a 501(c)(3) not for profit charity developed for the purpose of supporting the autism community in Northeast Ohio. Our main goal is to help make our local autism programs the best that they can be and develop new programs where they are needed. NEOAG provides financial assistance to schools, programs and services in the Northeast Ohio area that care for children and adults with autism, as well as to local autism research programs.

All proceeds from fundraising events and donations to NEOAG stay local to our own communities. With your help, we can make a direct impact in the lives of those with autism in our area and provide them with the best chance possible for success.

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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

• 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?  Dogs are allowed at this event on a leash.
• 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!  

Packet Pickup will be on Race Day Only and will open an hour before the event starts.

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!

June 8th - Debonne Wine Run 5k (Madison, OH)

June 9th - Wolf Creek Wine Run 5k (Barberton, OH)

July 20th - GR8 Vines Wine Run 5k (St Marys, OH)

September 28th - Majestic Oak Wine Run (Grand Rapids, OH)

October 5th - Valley Vineyards Hallo-WINE 5k (Morrow, OH)

October 12th - Gervasi Hallo-WINE 5k (Canton, OH)

October 19th - Lincoln Way Hallo-WINE 5k (Wooster, OH)

October 20th - Grand River Hallo-WINE 5k (Madison, OH)

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 Haunted Wine Run Virtual Race and we'll ship your packet (There will be a $10.00 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 Haunted wine run virtual race.

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