Run the Vineyards - William Heritage Labor Day 5K & 1 Mile Walk and 1 Mile Kids Race

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Makeup Date Information: 5/17/2026

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Pre-K 50 Yard Dash

Pre-K 75 Yard Dash

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

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Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Makeup Date Information: 6/07/2026

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Pre-K 50 Yard Dash

Pre-K 75 Yard Dash

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

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BIB AND SHIRT PICKUP will be from 7:00 AM to 9:15 AM on RACE DAY. Please tell the volunteers at the table your name and they will check you in.

The 8K will be 3.1 miles on paved surfaces and 1.9 miles of trail running and will start at 7:45 AM. The Kids' .8 Mile race will start at 9:00 AM. The 5K Run/Walk will be an out and back on all paved surfaces. The 5K run/walk will start at 9:20 AM. Additional race times will be added as needed to alleviate overcrowding on the course.

8K and 5K top finishers, male and female, will each receive awards. Age category awards will also be given. Awards will be determined at later date. All registrants will receive a race medal. All who register before April 15 will receive a race T-Shirt. Registrants after April will receive T-Shirts while supplies last.

See the race descriptions below. Rain or shine.

The 08085 Run/Walk/Sit: One mild-mannered zip code … with an event boasting five fantastic options! Join us for one or more of the 7th annual 08085 Run possibilities. In zip code order, choose from:

1. A 0.8 Mile kids’ run/walk (1.29K) - Course along a flat, paved trail within Locke Avenue Park.

2. A 0.8 Mile walk (VIRTUAL) - Choose your own course and walk at your leisure.

3. A 0K sit (approximately no miles) - Course along a comfortable chair of your choosing. All the stuff with little-to-none of the sweat!

4. An 8K run (4.96 miles) - Road and Trail. Mostly out-and-back course mostly along High Hill Road but only featuring gentle, rolling hills less imposing than the road’s name suggests. 3.1 Miles on the paved 5K course with another 1.9 miles on Tranquility Trails, unpaved mostly on a 20' wide dirt trail bordering wooded areas, but there are about 200 yards of trail (with tree roots) through wooded wetland areas. Depending on weather conditions, some mud may be involved.

5. A 5K run/walk (3.1 miles) - Less-challenging paved course Starting in Locke Ave Park, through High Hill Park, alongside High Hill Road to Tranquility Trails and back..

FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL.

under 125 spots.

Heritage 5 Miler is Back and Running! The 5 miler tradition continues at William Heritage Winery's scenic vineyard and country roads. Excellent off-road cross country style course for approximately 3 miles and 2 miles on country roads. Timed 5 Miler race one week before Broad St. 10 Miler! Perfect for beginners and experienced runners.

William Heritage is known for their award winning wines and is a favorite in the tri-state area! Newly expanded outside patio and outdoor seating areas for families and running groups to relax and unwind.

Charity Partner for this race is HEADstrong Foundation. Website Here: www.Headstrong.org

Race Features:

• Chip-timed 5 Miler starts at 9 AM.

• One Complimentary Glass of Wine (21+)

• Run the Vineyards Stemless Wine Glass

• High-quality Custom Tech Shirt ~ Women's, Men's/unisex, Youth sizes or upgrade to Women's Racerback Tank Top for $5 extra. Men's Tanks available with no added fee. *Please register by April 12 to guarantee first choice. Many extras ordered and shirts are available while supplies last after April 12.

• Run the Vineyards 5 Miler Finisher Medal

Other Important Details:

• Awards for Top 3 Overall and Age Group Male and Female winners.(Ages 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, and each decade.)

• Well groomed and well marked course.

• Water station, friendly course marshals, bananas and water at the finish.

• Food trucks and Live musician at the after party that continues until noon.

• Free Race Photos and After-Party Photos! Professional photographers on staff.

• Spectators welcome and wine available for purchase. No outside alcohol allowed.

• Walkers and children are welcome to participate.1 Hour 40 Min. time limit kindly requested. Need to be registered and start on time at 9 AM behind the runners for safety of all participants.

• Race is Rain or Shine. No transfers or refunds allowed.

Packet Pick-Up on Race Day: 7:30 - 8:30 AM at the "Good Day for a Run" tent. Arrive by 8:30 to check-in.

Volunteers have fun, receive a glass of wine, & free future race! Visit "Volunteer" tab for details/sign up!

Invite Facebook friends on the Event Page here: facebook.com/events/1827875697847227

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Pre-K 50 Yard Dash

Pre-K 75 Yard Dash

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

#GetUpandGo