"Never Forget" 25th Remembrance of 9/11 5k Run / Walk at Wilson Creek

38th Annual

"Run Through the Vineyard"

Our 38th Annual "Run Through the Vineyard" is Temecula's premier running event and the Temecula Sunrise Rotary Club's major fundraiser for various community service projects, including literacy programs, youth leadership training programs, and scholarships for at-risk youth, in which the Club is highly dedicated and involved.

Early Jump Start Registration: Dec. 19th – Ends: April 20th at 11:59 pm PST!

Surrounded by the Temecula Valley's beautiful hills and mountains, the course will take you through the lovely vineyard at the Maurice Car'rie Winery. The course is challenging with several hills as you run down through the vines and up again several times. Join us for a 2-for-1 wine tasting from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, provided by Maurice Car'rie Winery.

Run or Walk our CHALLENGING

10K, 5K, or 2K Course

"Finishing strong. The courage to begin is the real victory; pain and strength are temporary, and running, jogging, or walking offers mental and physical growth, making it a mighty, achievable challenge for your personal transformation. Yes, YOU CAN DO IT !" - Myra Allen, Race Director

• Race day registration 6:30 - 7:50 am at Race Location inside THE BARN.

• Pick up bibs and/or pre-race day registration on Friday, April 24th, 2026, at Road Runner Sports located at 40620 Winchester Rd, Temecula, CA 92591 from 2:30 - 6:30 pm.

• Race Times: 10K: 8:15 am; 5K: 8:30 am; 2K: 9:45 am.

• Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group for 10K and 5K only.

• The presentation will begin after completion of the 5k race.

• Beautiful finisher medals will be provided for all runners/walkers participants AND a quality T-shirt.

• After Party 2 for 1 Wine Tasting race day only from 10:00 to 1:00 pm.

• Online registration closes Friday, April 24th, at 11:59 pm PST

Please note that parking will be free of charge at the race.

Run through Temecula’s Wine Country and enjoy the tranquil beauty of rolling vineyards and sun-drenched hills. As you run along the winding paths, the early morning light casts a golden hue over the landscape, highlighting the neat rows of grapevines and the rustic charm of the wineries scattered throughout the valley. Finish with a Vitagliano sangria made from some of the finest Super Tuscan-style wines produced in California. Shop our local vendors carrying locally grown produce and handcrafted items, all under a beautiful covered patio. Food Available for purchase.

All proceeds benefit the Heather Janikowski Foundation and the Make A Wish Foundation

Race day Information:

Please follow Parking signs/volunteer directions

7:00am Race Day Registration/Check In (also available Friday and Saturday - See below for times)

7:40am Warm Up

8:00am Race begins

10:00am Awards

10:30am Raffle Drawing

7:00am-11:00am Enjoy, Coffee, Wine, Food, and our Vendor Market

*For the safety of our runners, please arrive no later than 7:40am