Redmond Running Festival (fka Woodinville Wine Country Half)
Woodinville, WA
- Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Run
- Road (Paved)
- Official race website
EVENT DISCONTINUED. —– The Redmond Running Festival is a two-day running celebration designed to showcase the local character, flavors and beauty of the Sammamish River Valley, located just a few miles from Seattle, Washington. Produced by Motiv Running as part of the popular Destination Races wine and beer country series, … MORE
Local Historical Weather (Aug 10):
| 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | |
| H (°F) | 83 | 85 | 73 | 81 | 83 |
| L (°F) | 66 | 61 | 60 | 64 | 58 |
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Great initiation
I had been in a couple half marathons before but this was like going from the minor leagues to the big show. Course was great. Everything was top notch , … MORE
I had been in a couple half marathons before but this was like going from the minor leagues to the big show. Course was great. Everything was top notch , EXCEPT , people would stop and be photographed finishing while blocking the finish for people sprinting at them. Get photos away from finish chute
Easy course, but not very scenic
I've done 2 other Destination Races Wine Country Half Marathons (Napa to Sonoma, Oregon) and these courses were very scenic, running by many vineyards. While the Woodinville race started on … MORE
I’ve done 2 other Destination Races Wine Country Half Marathons (Napa to Sonoma, Oregon) and these courses were very scenic, running by many vineyards. While the Woodinville race started on one of the more well known wineries in the area (Chateau St. Michele), the course itself was not all that great, even though it was pretty easy. Most of the course is a paved trail running along the Sammamish River. Nice and easy, but you would never know you were in wine country. There were not as many perks with this race as there were with the other races, i.e. free or 2 for 1 wine tastings at the local wineries. Many of the local wineries were unaware the race was being held. But there were a ton of tasting rooms in the area, along with a handful of actual wineries. The proximity to Seattle made this a great destination race for me and my travel companions, but if you are looking for a scenic wine country race, I’d pick a different race.
First half and it was excellent!
For a first timer this was a great experience. From the start line until the wine tent it was a well organized event with whatever help needed along the way. … MORE
For a first timer this was a great experience. From the start line until the wine tent it was a well organized event with whatever help needed along the way. I will definitely be doing this run again.
Fantastic first 1/2 marathon!
As a first-time 1/2 marathoner, this was the best race to be my first. It's a pretty flat course with nice views of the sunrise and wide enough that runners … MORE
As a first-time 1/2 marathoner, this was the best race to be my first. It’s a pretty flat course with nice views of the sunrise and wide enough that runners aren’t rubbing elbows for too long. I plan to do this one every year with hopes of improving my time each year.
Run with an idol
Hey it was raining for the whole race, ran most of itvwith Bart Yasso , the master himself, having done many races this one started downhill and finished downhill?? MORE
Hey it was raining for the whole race, ran most of itvwith Bart Yasso , the master himself, having done many races this one started downhill and finished downhill??
Great course, friendly runners
Great course where you can get a personal best because there are no big hills and the course is mostly flat. I helped a lady that I met running get … MORE
Great course where you can get a personal best because there are no big hills and the course is mostly flat. I helped a lady that I met running get a PR. The other runners were friendly. The course was well marked and there were aid and water stations along the course. The t-shirt and medal were fun, along with the wine tasting at the end. I will definitely do this one again!
Fun, wine, cool swag and nice awards
One of the more beautiful places and climates to run. A mostly flat course with potential for a Personal Best. Many fun wineries are close by and they add to … MORE
One of the more beautiful places and climates to run. A mostly flat course with potential for a Personal Best. Many fun wineries are close by and they add to one’s visit from out of town. Most assuredly a “Destination Race.”
Best race I've ever done! Nice swag!
Loved the beer and wine garden! Wonderful crowd and location. Super nice transportation buses! Amazing event to share with friends!??????????????? MORE
Loved the beer and wine garden!
Wonderful crowd and location. Super nice transportation buses! Amazing event to share with friends!???????????????
very fast course with creekside setting
Very fast course. Hard to find a race with less incline. You run over and next to a creek for 7/8th of the run. For portions it is a shared … MORE
Very fast course. Hard to find a race with less incline. You run over and next to a creek for 7/8th of the run. For portions it is a shared paved bike/run trail, however this is for the last half and the mix has not been a problem. September in Seattle = come prepared for rain.
Fast, flat, pretty course
This is a flat, fast course that runs mostly along pretty urban by-the-river running trails. I'd like to run this one again, hopefully on a much sunnier day. The weather … MORE
This is a flat, fast course that runs mostly along pretty urban by-the-river running trails. I’d like to run this one again, hopefully on a much sunnier day. The weather was definitely a drawback this year – rained the entire time, and absolutely poured for a few miles in the middle there. It helped being in it with 1,300 others, though, and spirits remained high. The wine tasting at the end was not as relaxed or comfortable as the one in Oregon last year. Too many people crammed under a tent – the lines were long, the space claustrophobic, and I ended up bailing on the tasting and going back to my hotel room to dry off and drink by the fireplace.
First Time Halfer - GREAT course
For a first time half - this was an easy, beautiful course! The rain could have stayed away, but hey, it is the Seattle area. I would do it again … MORE
For a first time half – this was an easy, beautiful course! The rain could have stayed away, but hey, it is the Seattle area. I would do it again in a heartbeat, downpour and all. I loved the vibe of the people, the amazing volunteers that donated their time and support, the finishing line, the organization, the wine, EVERYTHING!!! *Sponsor suggestion: small gym towels or such to towel off at end would be so great for them to offer, if one were so inclined* Kudos to the guys with the hot, fresh coffee at the end too!
Will race for wine.
Nice course - pretty and flat. Best overall and age group prizes, everyone loves wine! I also liked finding my Stance "sock mate" and it was a good way to … MORE
Nice course – pretty and flat. Best overall and age group prizes, everyone loves wine! I also liked finding my Stance “sock mate” and it was a good way to interact with others at the race.
Good beginner race!
Beautiful, mostly flat course. Good for those new to half marathons or looking for a good time. Beer and wine to celebrate at the finish line. Would definitely do this … MORE
Beautiful, mostly flat course. Good for those new to half marathons or looking for a good time. Beer and wine to celebrate at the finish line. Would definitely do this race again!!!
Flat and Fast!
This course was flat and fast, great for trying to get a PR! The post race wine and beer garden was a bit cramped with everyone inside a single tent, … MORE
This course was flat and fast, great for trying to get a PR! The post race wine and beer garden was a bit cramped with everyone inside a single tent, but my friend really enjoyed the addition of beer to the beverages list!
Well Organized, Beautiful, and FUN
The Destination Races crew puts on quality events. I've run a couple and would recommend these races to anyone who enjoys a great weekend of fun. The course is beautiful, … MORE
The Destination Races crew puts on quality events. I’ve run a couple and would recommend these races to anyone who enjoys a great weekend of fun. The course is beautiful, the pre and post race events are great, and there are a lot of opportunities for fun.
Outstanding and Beautiful
The Bib-Buddy idea was so fun! The post-race vendors were amazing. The scenery was wonderful and the race was very well-run. Flew in from Atlanta and would absolutely do again! … MORE
The Bib-Buddy idea was so fun! The post-race vendors were amazing. The scenery was wonderful and the race was very well-run. Flew in from Atlanta and would absolutely do again! 5 stars!
Great Course!
This race starts at the beautiful Chateau St Michelle. It was a great, not hilly course! There were plenty of porta-potties at the start line (if you're a runner, you'll … MORE
This race starts at the beautiful Chateau St Michelle. It was a great, not hilly course! There were plenty of porta-potties at the start line (if you’re a runner, you’ll understand the importance of this) and the wine tasting after the race was fantastic!
Super PR Course
The fastest course that Destination Races has, great place to set a half-marathon PR. Great start and finish areas, and a fun area to visit. Great airport connections and easy … MORE
The fastest course that Destination Races has, great place to set a half-marathon PR. Great start and finish areas, and a fun area to visit. Great airport connections and easy to get around.
Easy fast and flat, kind of boring
I live in the Seattle area, so this was easy for me to get to, and I'd run many parts of the actual course before, so I knew it would … MORE
I live in the Seattle area, so this was easy for me to get to, and I’d run many parts of the actual course before, so I knew it would be pretty easy. My main complain is that the course was actually kind of boring. It’s probably because I already know the area. It’s pretty, and if it hadn’t been overcast (unlikely in our area most of the year), the mountains would have been gorgeous. But with the clouds, it was just sort of so-so. I also didn’t enjoy being the last person on the course (okay, second to last, but I think she DNFed!), even though I think I did a PR. I’m slow, but man, I felt really slow that day! More people, and more walkers (or runners who also walk) would have been nice! Also, there were no porty potties the last 2.5 (maybe 3?) miles! I had to go potty in the woods (there weren’t very many trees that fit the bill, either, yikes!).
Flat, Beautiful, Fun
The course was scenic and flat. It was an easy run, so I was able to go wine tasting and shopping and explore for the rest of the day (and … MORE
The course was scenic and flat. It was an easy run, so I was able to go wine tasting and shopping and explore for the rest of the day (and weekend). Saturday race day is a huge plus so we still had all day Sunday to do tastings and explore the adorable city of Woodinville. There wasn’t any beer at the finish line party, and the beverage tent was so tiny that people were being turned away, but hopefully they will work on that for next year. The folks at Stance also made it fun with their “sole mate” program!