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Flying Otter Wine Run 5k 2027
- Date
- Saturday, July 31, 2027
- Start time
- 4:00 PM start (New York)
- Location
- Adrian, Michigan
- Entry fee
- From $30 · goes up to $35 on May 8, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k | 5K | Jul 31, 20274:00 PM | $30$35 after May 8, 2027 | 1,000 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 5K fee goes up to $35 on May 8, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $30 until May 7, then $35 until Jun 18, then $40 until Jul 2, then $45 until Jul 20, then $50 until Jul 30, then $55 until Jul 31.
Online registration closes Jul 31, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Michigan ($30).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Adrian runs 42:08, about 13:34 a mile, based on 8 races with published results. Women typically finish in 46:38 and men in 33:20.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:28 AM, and the 5k starts at 4:00 PM. The start sits about 820 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Flying Otter Vineyard & Winery, Adrian, MI 49221
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (4 years)210
finishers
42:08
median (13:34 /mi)
20:05
winning time
69% / 31%
women / men
Aggregated from official results for Flying Otter Wine Run 5k. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Flying Otter Wine Run 5k?
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 29:16 or better, the top quarter in 35:09, and half the field in 42:08; the last tenth came in after 1:01:48.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 40:41 | 20:58 |
| 20-29 | 33:29 | 29:21 |
| 30-39 | 27:47 | 27:46 |
| 40-49 | 32:27 | 31:45 |
| 50-59 | 34:28 | 31:31 |
| 60-69 | 42:58 | 42:04 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Up 11 percent since 2023.
190
2023
132
2024
185
2025
210
2026
All events combined, from official results.
Flying Otter Wine Run 5k 5K year by year
From 2023 to 2026, the field went from 190 to 210 finishers, and the median time dropped from 44:38 to 42:08.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 210 (+14%) | 42:08 | under 29:16 | 20:05 |
| 2025 | 185 (+40%) | 46:37 | under 26:13 | 16:10 |
| 2024 | 132 (-31%) | 48:30 | under 25:04 | 19:39 |
| 2023 | 190 | 44:38 | under 29:39 | 20:59 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Michigan 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 35:09, against 28:36 in a typical Michigan 5K, so times here run 23 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around July 31 the day usually runs from 65°F at dawn to 84°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 59°F and hot years reach 88°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Flying Otter Wine Run 5k cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
Course Map
The race starts and finishes at the Tasting Room/Pavilion. The route is mostly on grass through the vineyard, around the scenic property, and along dirt paths in the forest. This is not the optimal course for a PR, but it’s a great option…
Shirt and medal
2027 Race Swag!!!
2027 SWAG COMING SOON!!
Awards
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 in each age category also receives a custom age group award! 10 Year Categories: 1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49…
The cause
Charity Partner
We are excited to announce that the charity partner for this event will be the Miracle Meadows Ranch! Miracle Meadows Ranch is a registered 501 C3 Non Profit. Our purpose is to use animal assisted therapies and activities to reach out to…
Race details
- Where
- Flying Otter Vineyard & Winery, Adrian, MI 49221Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 820 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Jul 31, 2027), 2026 (Aug 1, 2026), 2025 (Jul 26, 2025), 2024 (Aug 3, 2024), 2023 (Aug 5, 2023), 2022 (Aug 6, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Flying Otter Wine Run 5k?
- Saturday, July 31, 2027, starting at 4:00 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees, and rises to $35 on May 8, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jul 31, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Michigan?
- At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Michigan ($30).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 210 runners finished the 5k; the median finish was 42:08 and the winner ran 20:05.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 35:09, against 28:36 in a typical Michigan 5K, so times here run 23 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- Flying Otter Vineyard & Winery, Adrian, MI 49221.
From the organizers
Like Running or Walking? Love Wine? This race is for you!
Join us on Saturday, July 31, 2027, at 4:00 PM for an exciting annual event featuring the beautiful scenery and landscape of Flying Otter Vineyard & Winery. We strive to create a friendly, unintimidating wine experience for everyone, featuring our hand-crafted, vine-to-bottle Michigan estate wines designed to please every palate. With extra swag options for wine lovers, walkers, and runners, this race is sure to be a great time. 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!
Wine Glass: Plastic Wine Glass!
Finisher Medal:
Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk