Let’s take it back to middle school social studies class, back to when we learned about ancient Greece. Besides learning about the stunning and complex Doric, Ionic and Corinthian architectural systems and the Olympics, one of my favorite parts of 6th grade social studies was Greek mythology; tales of gods and heroes forever canonized in narrative form (and often artwork). Most of us know about the Greek gods and goddesses like Zeus, Demeter, Aphrodite and Hades, but there were a few rambunctious and bawdy characters that our grade school teachers liked didn’t tell us about gods like Dionysus, who is the god of the grape harvest. Dionysus is the inspiration for the Dionysus Dash 5K Run & Walk which will be held on July 31st, in Dayton, Or.
This race combines two things I really love; wine (preferably Pinot Noir) and running. One of the best things about living in Oregon is the fact that we have plenty of vino-themed races to choose from, allowing us locals (and visitors) to see different parts of “wine country” in our beautiful Willamette Valley. Put on your toga, grab your leafy head piece and lace up your trail shoes and join fellow runners and walkers to take in some amazing views as you dash your way to the end of the course where wine awaits you!
What: 2016 Dionysus Dash 5K Run & Walk-Portland
When: Sunday, July 31st at 9:15 am
Where: Winter’s Hill Vineyard in Dayton, Or
6451 Hilltop Lane
Dayton, Or 97114
Register: Register on Eventbrite, by clicking here.
Saturday, July 30th – Packet Pickup 10am-2pm
Fleet Feet – 2258 NW Raleigh Street Portland, OR 97210
Cost: Early bird is $19.99 (sold out)
$39.99 and day-of is $59.99
Race Day Info:
COURSE INFO: this is a chip-timed event.
**All parking onsite is $10. We encourage everyone to carpool or to be dropped off. All parking onsite is paid**
7:15am – Winery Gates Open
7:30am-8:30am – Race Day Packet Pickup
8:30am-9:15am – Music, Vendors, Warmup
9:15am – Race Time
Wine Tastings to Immediately follow after participants cross the finish line.
12:00pm-Event Concludes; feel free to stay and picnic and hang out at the Winery
Swag: Registration includes a T-shirt (First come first serve for sizes), Stemless Wine Glass & Goodie bag (Varies per location) at finish line and 4 wine tastings.
Awards:
Dionysus Dash Medal Awards (will be given out to top finishers, 21 and older participants only)
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Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd (Women and Mens)
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Wine Bottle, Crown and Dionysus Dash Medal.
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Age Groups 21 – 29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and older
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Receive Dionysus Dash Medal
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Best Costumes
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Dionysus Dash Prizes
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FAQ: (from the event website) Are pets allowed? Are strollers allowed? How much for kids?
NO pets sorry! Jogging strollers at your own risk. Kids 5 and under free (Does not include t-shirt, timing, wine tasting or goodie bag). Kids 6 and older regular registration price applied (Does not include wine tasting or awards).