RUN THE VINES 2026 SERIES PRESENTED BY FIRST ASCENT

Join us on the 31st of October 2026 at perdebrg for the 11th event of the Run The Vines 2026 Series presented by First Ascent. This year the event will again take place in conjunction with the Perdeberg Family Festival. Your entry to the run will include your festival ticket valued at R199.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city life to this hidden gem off the beaten track, which promises to offer a day filled with great wines, live music, entertainment, kid’s activities and a variety of foods to enjoy a fun-filled summer’s day out in the Winelands. The perfect day out for the whole family.

The festival will offer guests an opportunity to sample and taste a variety of wines and bubbly produced by Perdeberg.

Perdeberg restaurant and a wide variety of food trucks will be available to serve up delicious bites to eat - there’s sure to be something for everyone

Info:

3km Manzi Water Paarl Junior Challenge for kids under 8 years of age --  Free  - Start 8:35

This distance can change depending on the farm. All kids under 12 must be accompanied by a parent. The aim of the 3km is to introduce kids to trail running and a healthy lifestyle, while spending great time with family and friends. This distance is for parents with small kids and not for individual adults. Adults must do the 5km.

All entry fees include the festival ticket valued at R199. (Entrance to Festival, Perdeberg Branded Wine Glass, 10 X Tastings)

Adult accompanying a child on 3km  -  R200 

5km Run The Vines  -  R250  - Start: 8:30 (Includes timing tag. No need to rent)
10km Run The Vines - R280 - Start: 8:15 (Includes timing tag. No need to rent)
17km Run The Vines - R320 - Start: 7:45 (Includes timing tag. No need to rent)

Because we are running on working farms the promoted distances might not be exact. It might be a little longer or shorter. I will do my best to have it as close to the promoted distance as possible.   

Route profiles will be posted closer to the event as all the runs are on working farms and things can change quickly. Join our Facebook Group at www.facebook.com/groups/1532193470394888 for updated info.

Timing is done by BoutTime. You must collect your timing tag at registration. Registration is always open one-hour before the start of the 17km distance. You can buy a permanent tag for R100 that can be used at all events timed with BoutTime. Live results and sms with your results and time included.

R50 Late entry fee.

All unpaid entries will be removed after 3 days.

Waterpoints will be available. It is however always advised to be self-sufficient when it comes to hydration when you run.

Hydration will be available at the waterpoints. Sorry. No food or sweeties. We want you to support the farm and vendors after your run.

Medals for all finishers.

Please do not leave any valuables in your car. You can leave it at registration.

Come join us on the 31st of October 2026 for a day of Fun, Music, Wine, Food and a great Vibe!!