Wineglass Marathon Weekend Experiences are open to runners, guests and anyone who wants to join the fun of having a sampling of what the Finger Lakes region has to offer! Please note that the tours are limited to participants age 21 and older.
Tours
Crystal City Craft Beverage Tour
Friday, September 30 at 1:30pm or 3:00pm
Click here to purchase your tour ticket and receive a $10 discount!
Corning's small town charm, cool shops, world-class museums, and the Wineglass Finish Line are just part of what makes America's Crystal City special. Experience some of the best libations in town on the Crystal City Craft Beverage Tour which includes stops at Corning's Oldest Distillery, the first microbrewery in Steuben County, as well our two newest craft breweries.
Keuka Lake Winery Tour
Friday, September 30 at 9:45am, 12:20pm or 2:10pm
Monday, October 3 at 9:45am, 12:20pm or 2:10pm
Click here to purchase your tour ticket and receive a $10 discount!
On the western slopes of stunning Keuka Lake, you'll find breathtaking views, steep vineyard-covered hillsides, and a variety of exceptional wineries, each with its own personality and its own specialization. Learn the stories behind a few of our most established wineries, as well as Hammondsport's newest winery, and taste some of the excellent wines that have helped make the region a world-class wine destination.
Experiences
Make Your Own Wineglass Tumbler - Corning Museum of Glass
Back by popular demand, Make Your Own Wineglass Tumbler with a mold-blown cup that resembles grapes. Choose from green, purple or gold. There is an additional fee for Make Your Own Glass experiences. Reservations are required. Space is limited and these experiences sell out quickly. This project is available only September 30 to October 3.
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Learn more about all of the other great things going on at the Corning Musuem of Glass during the Wineglass Marathon Weekend!
Everything Is Better With Chocolate - A Hands-On Chocolate Experience
Friday, September 30 at 1:00pm, 5:00pm or 7:00pm
Monday, October 3 at 11:00am, 1:00pm or 5:00pm
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Get creative designing your own decadent treats using a selection of molds and locally-crafted chocolates, then enjoy a flight of four artisan hot cocoas paired with hand-crafted marshmallows that will have your taste buds jumping for joy. This is a family-friendly experience open to all ages.
Glass Making Experience - Hands-On Glass Studio
We offer a unique personalized experience. All ages are welcome to blow an ornament or pumpkin, and teenage/adult participants can make a paperweight. We guarantee success! Please join us to make a memorable experience. Call the studio to reserve your hands-on glass making session at 607-962-3044.
Events
Wineglass Marathon Welcome Reception & Dinner at Heron Hill Winery
Friday, September 30 from 6:00pm - 9:30pm
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Shuttle transporation tickets for this event are also available when purchasing your event ticket.
Named one of the "most spectacular tasting rooms in the world," by Travel & Leisure Magazine, this is one part of the experience you won't want to miss. Plan to slow down a bit before the Wineglass Marathon and enjoy the views while you are here. Let us be your host for wine and craft beer tasting, buffet style dinner, and live music while you relax Finger Lakes style.
Wineglass Marathon Pre Party at Cider Creek Hard Cider
Friday, September 30 from 4:00pm - 11:00pm
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Transportation for this event is not included, you will need to drive yourself.
Welcome Wineglass Marathon runners and families. Cider Creek Hard Cider is throwing a party just for you on Friday, September 30th from 4-11p in our tasting room. Your ticket gets you a flight of four ciders, a tour of our cidery and cider making tutorial, live music from 7-10p and a bon fire. Come enjoy the countryside setting of our tasting room. Look up at the stars and relax before your big run.
Urban Arts Crawl
Friday, September 30 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm
The Urban Arts Crawl celebrates the everyday opportunities to enjoy art and culture found throughout Downtown Corning, New York. As a self-guided, art-centric experience on the final Friday of each month during the Winter, Spring and Fall, the Urban Arts Crawl includes stops at internationally acclaimed museums and independent galleries alike. Artist demonstrations, wine and beer tastings, live music and more make the crawl a truly unique and entertaining experience. Plan to spend your evening on Historic Market Street with various social opportunities at local bars and restaurants post crawl.
Wineglass Marathon Pasta Dinner
Saturday, October 1 at 5:30pm
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Call the Information Center of Corning at 607-962-8997 to purchase your tickets.
Enjoy an evening with your fellow runners at the Radisson Hotel Corning. The $28.00 ticket includes all you can eat pasta buffet, salad, dessert and non-alcoholic beverages. After dinner enjoy a presentation by Runner's World Chief Running Officer, Bart Yasso.
Rotary Spaghetti Dinner
Saturday, October 1 from 4:30 - 7:30pm
St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 122 Liberty Street, Bath
Spaghetti & meat balls with salad, home made dessert and beverage included / Vegetarian Lasagna and Gluten Free Options Available
Tickets will be available online or at Community Bank, Steuben Trust or Chemung Canal Bank, Bath Branch Offices
Cost: Adults $10, children under 5 free
Hands-On Glass Studio Open House
Saturday, October 1 from 9:00am - 6:00pm
Contact Hands-On Glass for more information about the open house by calling 607-962-3044 or 1-866-962-3044.
Rockwell Museum Post-Race Tasting
Sunday, October 2 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Unwind with some delicious tastes of wine and other craft beverages that the region has to offer. Nothing pairs with a nice stroll through a fine art museum like sipping on a wide sampling of regional wines, beers and spirits. You're sure to find something for every taste and preference. Hors d'oeuvres and tastings are free to runners and their guests! Full bottles will be available for purchase directly from the tasting staff.
Learn more about all of the other great things going on at the Rockwell Museum during the Wineglass Marathon Weekend!
Wine Down Party
Sunday, October 2 at 12:30pm
Enjoy marathon inspired food and drink specials at the Steuben Bar inside the Radisson Hotel Corning. Show your bib at the "Bib Bar" to win raffle prizes and special discounts!
