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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 5K | Oct 11, 20269:00 AM | $48$50 after Oct 9, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 9, 2026.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $48, entry is about 37 percent above a typical 5K in Maryland, which costs $35 right now.
A typical finisher at a 5K in Maryland runs 36:13, about 11:39 a mile, based on 249 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:11 and men in 32:24.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:10 AM, and the 5K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 140 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Running Hare Vineyard, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Aggregated from official results (GDFAR Timing Services) for Run the Vineyards - Running Hare Fall 5K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 28:02 or better, the top quarter in 31:49, and half the field in 39:52; the last tenth came in after 1:00:01.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 29:17 | 25:34 |
| 20-29 | 31:32 | 34:40 |
| 30-39 | 30:45 | 28:02 |
| 40-49 | 27:23 | 25:17 |
| 50-59 | 41:29 | 34:34 |
| 60-69 | 46:28 | 36:37 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Down 19 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 212 to 171 finishers, and the median time rose from 39:00 to 39:52.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 171 (-19%) | 39:52 | under 28:02 | 20:19 |
| 2021 | 212 | 39:00 | under 27:21 | 20:07 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most Maryland 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:49, against 29:50 in a typical Maryland 5K, so times here run 7 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.
Around October 11 the day usually runs from 54°F at dawn to 70°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 24% of days. Cold snaps dip to 46°F and hot years reach 79°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.
What the organizers of Run the Vineyards - Running Hare Fall 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Please read through the following before race day. Location - Running Hare Vineyards - 150 Adelina Road, Prince Frederick, MD. Date/Time - October 12th at 9am. Arrival/Check-In - Please arrive on Race Day between 7:30-8:30am to pick up…
Rules and FAQ
Packet Pick-Up on Race Day between 7:30-8:30am. Runners arrive during this time to pick up your race number bib and shirt at the "Good Day for a Run" tent in winery outdoor area. Pre-race day pick-up TBA and will be emailed and posted on…
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Run for Wine on this beautiful 300+ acre property of Running Hare Vineyard for the 9th Annual 5K Fall Race. Enjoy the amazing views, delicious wine, biergarten, and more at Maryland's Premier Winery!
Amenities and Features:
Scenic 5K course through the Vineyard. Race starts at 9 AM.
Chip Timed Race with Instant Results
Complimentary Glass of Wine or Beer age 21 and over
Live Musician performs immediately after race until noon
Custom Tech Tee included or upgrade to Long Sleeve Tech for $6 extra ~ Women's, Men's/Unisex, and Youth options. *Please sign up by Sept. 27 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for sign-ups after Sept. 27.