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Sunday, November 15th, 2026
Blue Cork Winery and Vineyard, Williamstown NJ
Half
38–54°F · some rain risk
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2025
37–57°F
dry
2024
41–56°F
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2023
33–55°F
dry
2022
30–49°F
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2021
39–48°F
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2020
38–65°F
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2019
33–52°F
dry
2018
31–46°F
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2017
37–52°F
dry
2016
46–58°F
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About this race
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Run the Vineyards Half Marathon is returning for the 7th year to the beautiful Blue Cork Winery!
Features a scenic and flat course that starts and finishes at this beautifully landscaped vineyard with expansive outdoor seating area. The most fun and relaxing Half Marathon located close to Philadelphia, and the Jersey Shore! Learn more about Blue Cork Winery here: Blue Cork Winery and Vineyard Charity Partner for this race is Headstrong Foundation. Learn more here: www.HEADstrong.org THE RACE:- Chip Timed 13.1 Mile Course Mostly paved and flat course with a half mile on vineyard property
- Race start time 8:30 AM. Race announcements start at 8:15 AM.
- Warm-Up 10 Min. before race
- Course Map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/921226
- Hydration/Aid Stations available approx. every 2 miles
- On-Course music and cheer stations in various locations
- Awards presented to Top 3 Overall Male and Female and Age Group Winners, Top 3 Males and Females every 10 years.
- 3.5 Hour Time Limit - Required Finish Time - 12 NOON (Race starts at 8:30am)
- Complimentary Glass of Wine for all Finishers (additional wine available for purchase)
- Matt Noffsinger Band performing Live Rock N Roll Hits until 1 PM
- Multiple Food Truck Options including Hands Down BBQ
- Beautiful indoor and outdoor areas to relax
- Massage Therapy Specialist - Bodywork by Jeff will be on site for post-race massage.
- A Long-Sleeve high quality swag item (Shirt Available After Race for anyone who registers after 10/26)
- Souvenir " Cork & Bottle Half Marathon" Wine Glass for All Finishers
- Custom Finisher Medal for All Finishers
- Free Downloadable Photos
- Strollers are allowed
- 10K Split on course
- Porta Potty available on course (approx. Mile 2 & 11)
- Police controlled roadways.
- Race is capped at approximately 425 runners.
- Race is Rain or Shine.
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PACKET PICK-UP INFO -There will be pre-race day and same day pick up available.
Race Day at Blue Cork Winery from 7am-8am. Blue Cork Winery Address: 1093 Blue Bell Road, Williamstown, NJ 08094.
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