Run for the Rose

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Join us for the 11th Annual Run for the Rosé! This scenic 5K run/walk takes place at the historic New Salem State Park, starting and finishing at West of Wise Winery, home to award-winning wines from their family vineyard. The course features a mix of roads and trails alongside the beautiful Sangamon River in Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site.

🍽️ Food and Beverages

• Food Truck: Cousins Maine Lobster food truck will be onsite!
• Beverage Options: If wine isn’t your thing, the winery also offers cider & beer from excellent local breweries!

🎟️ Registration Includes

• Chip-timed: 5K run/walk
• Wine Tasting: Tickets included
• Wine Glass: A complimentary collectible

🏆 Awards

Prizes will be awarded to:

• Top Finishers: Overall male and female finishers
• Age Divisions: Top three finishers in each age division (male/female)

📅 Event Details

• Date: Saturday, April 18th
• Race Start Time: 10:00 AM
• Packet Pickup: Friday, April 17th: 12:00–5:30 PM at West of Wise Winery or Race day from 8:45–9:45 AM
• Note: Due to trails, strollers are not allowed.

🌧️ Weather Policy

This event will take place rain or shine—don’t miss out!

📝 Day of Sign-up

Day of sign-up is available at the winery, please be signed up for the race by 9:40am so we have time to put your info in the system for the chip timing. Thank you!

🔗 For More Information

Visit the official race page at Run for the Rose.