9 Running Races in Wine Country

Written by
Marc Lindsay
Beautiful scenery, wine tasting and running—what more could you ask for? Try one of these nine races across the country that will enlighten your taste buds and challenge your legs with a one-of-a-kind experience.
Windsor Green Half Marathon
Windsor, California - May 18, 2014
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Located in the heart of Sonoma County Wine Country, the Windsor Green Half Marathon, 10K and 5K are loop courses that take participants through vineyards, cattle farms and scenic country roads.
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Rock-N-Glow 5K Temecula Wine Country
Temecula, California - May 24, 2014
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Glow-in-the-dark costumes, DJs, free samples, wineries and a huge post-race party—what's not to love? Each participant will receive a Rock-N-Glow t-shirt, free glow-in-the-dark gear and entry to the after glow party.
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Asheville Half Marathon and 5K
Asheville, North Carolina - June 7, 2014
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Beginning and ending in Pack Square in downtown Asheville, the racecourse takes participants along the French Broad River and through the scenic hills surrounding the area. Local artists will provide music at every mile marker.
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Water to Wine Half Marathon
Healdsburg, California - August 10, 2014
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If a race through some of the most beautiful wine country in the U.S. isn't enough to motivate you, participants who complete all three of the Run Wine Country Series events (Windsor Green, Water to Wine, and Healdsburg Half) will receive a custom label bottle of wine for the effort.
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Santa Rosa Full and Half Marathon
Santa Rosa, California - October 12, 2014
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Have you ever run a race that passes through a wine barrel and fermenting room? Trek through beautiful DeLoach Vineyard and Winery grounds and enjoy a 12-mile loop on paved roads that's closed to traffic. The course is flat and fast, and yields a high percentage of Boston qualifiers.
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Divas Half Marathon and 5K
Leesburg, Virginia - September 12, 2014
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Celebrate girl power in the wine country of Washington D.C. This point-to-point race begins and ends at the Tarara Winery and includes a post-race party at Lansdowne Resort. Other attractions include finish-line jewelry, boa and tiara stops, and a post-run rose.
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North County Wine Run
Battle Ground, Washington - September 27, 2014
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Clark County is Washington's newest emerging wine region. Route highlights include rolling hills, rural landscapes and views of Mount St. Helens. The 13.1-mile half marathon and the 9K run/walk begin and end at Schumacher Farm. Food, wine and jazz will be provided post-race.
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Healdsburg Half Marathon
Healdsburg, California - October 12, 2014
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Starting and finishing in historic downtown Healdsburg, the course passes 100-year-old mansions, miles of scenic vineyards and dozens of Northern California's award-winning wineries.
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Temecula Half Marathon and 5K
Temecula, California - October 26, 2014
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If you're looking for a race off the beaten path, this is it. Run on mostly dirt roads through Wilson Creek Winery, this challenging and scenic course has plenty of ups and downs. Live music, wine and beer tasting, winery tours, and a dance contest are just a few of the unique post-race festivities.
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