NYSUT Runs WNY at Bella Rose Winery
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NYSUT Runs WNY at Bella Rose Winery
This event on Saturday October 24, 2026 is a community 5K trail race that starts and finishes at Bella Rose Winery in Lewiston, New York. The course runs through vineyards and winery trails and offers views of the Lewiston escarpment. There is one water station near the midpoint and bottled water is provided at the finish line. Professional electronic RFID timing and finish line services will be used and results will be available after the race.
A winery tour and vineyard walk option is available for those not running; a guide will explain the wine making process and the facility. After the race there will be music, runner announcements at the finish, light snacks, and food and drink specials offered by the winery. Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes for the evening celebration, which will include themed music and music from the 1990s and 2000s.
Online registration remains open until race day and packet pickup and race day registration take place at the winery on race day. The first 50 people to register will receive a complimentary stemless wine glass and a pour of wine. Optional NYSUT race shirts are available for purchase through 10/8/26 and will be brought to the race for pickup. Registration is $15 or $20 on race day.
There is onsite parking with overflow on the grass. Trophies will be presented to the top overall male and female 5K runners; custom age group certificates and finish line photos will be posted after the race. Age groups are 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and older. The school district with the most union members participating and the school district with the fastest union members based on the average of five runners will be recognized, with a minimum of five runners required to qualify. Net proceeds from the event will benefit Feedmore WNY. There are no refunds; organizers may postpone, reschedule, or offer a virtual alternative for reasons of safety or emergency. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
