About the Run the Vineyards Willow Creek 5K
The course runs through the grounds of Willow Creek Winery, and the driveway itself is part of the route, which gives the whole thing an unusual setting among the vines. It is chip-timed, well-marked, and has course marshals and water stations along the way. Bananas and water are at the finish, and the winery's kitchen is open for post-race food.
Packet pickup happens race morning at a designated tent at the winery, with check-in closing before the start. Parking is limited, so carpooling is encouraged. Note that the main driveway is closed during the race, which affects spectator access for a stretch around the start. A live musician plays through late morning, and wine is available for purchase at the finish.
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Run the Vineyards Willow Creek 5K 2026 Results
Going by the 2026 results, this is a small, friendly field, with a competitive front end and a big recreational middle.
5K Results · 2026
173finishers
18:36winner
34:25median
56:59cutoff
Top 3: Nick Baxter (18:36) · Eric Van Schaack (21:06) · Thor Nelson (22:02)
The Run the Vineyards Willow Creek 5K has been held every year since at least 2022. That is as far back as RunSignup's records for this race go, so it may well be older.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.
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