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CORKS ARE FOR QUITTERS 5K/10K

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5K · 10K

May 31, 2026 · Anywhere, California, US

Annual tradition since 2026

Difficulty
Easygoing
Vibes
Audience & Community
Cause DrivenSocial & FestiveBeginner Friendly
Perks & Swag
Swag included

Terrain challenge

Surface, hills, and technical feel

Weather challenge

Typical stress for this place & season

Overall challenge

Distance + terrain + typical weather (model-estimated)

Easygoing

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Quick take (AI-assisted text)

Run a virtual 5K/10K at your own pace, earn a cool medal and shirt, and help Stand Up To Cancer while celebrating your finish with a glass of wine!

What to expect (AI-assisted text)

This virtual event is all about enjoying your run, your way, with a fun, wine-themed twist. It's perfect for anyone who appreciates a good challenge and an even better reward, whether you're aiming for a personal best or just enjoying the miles. The atmosphere, though virtual, encourages a celebratory spirit, bringing together runners who love a flexible race format and supporting a meaningful cause. Expect a community feel through shared accomplishments on social media. This event is ideal for runners and walkers who enjoy the flexibility of a virtual race and appreciate a fun, themed challenge. It's perfect for those who want to support a great cause like Stand Up To Cancer, and who love the idea of earning a unique medal and shirt at their own pace.

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  • virtual_race
  • complete it anytime and anywhere
  • donation to Stand Up To Cancer
  • custom high-quality shirt
  • cool finisher medal
  • 5K/10K distances
  • From the START LINE to WINE TIME!
  • You’re not here to quit… you’re here to wine at the finish line

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From the START LINE to WINE TIME!

Whether you’re crushing miles, taking it slow, or just here to earn your vino, this race is for anyone who knows that great things—like strong finishes and good wine—require patience, balance, and a little grit.

Sign up for the CORKS ARE FOR QUITTERS 5K/10K, complete it anytime and anywhere, and help give back to a great cause! Every entry gets you a custom high-quality shirt that is sure to be your new favorite, a cool finisher medal, along with a donation to Stand Up To Cancer in order to help SU2C get one step closer to its mission of making everyone diagnosed with cancer a survivor! You’re not here to quit… you’re here to wine at the finish line

TO JOIN: 

  • Register for the CORKS ARE FOR QUITTERS 5K/10K before May 31, 2026.
  • Complete a 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles) at your convenience any time anywhere (no deadline)!
  • Celebrate your accomplishment by sharing on social media! #CorksAreForQuitters #IRun4Movement

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