The Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K returns to the Fairgrounds July 12, 2025! Join us for this all-inclusive evening race with proceeds going to local non-profits that support health and fitness in our community. Registration begins April 1. Click here to save the registration link!

Key Race Features:

• 5 Events to Choose From
• Spectator Friendly Open Elite 5K Race
• NC Championship Race for Road Runners Club of America
• Lots of Post Race Food & Beverage in a Social Atmosphere
• Part of the 2025 We Run Winston Race Series by Fleet Feet Winston-Salem/Clemmons and the Junction 311 Race Series
• Proceeds Support Local Charities

Tentative Race Day Schedule: July 12

5:00 pm – Packet Pickup Opens
6:00 pm – 1 Mile Youth Race and Fun Run Start
6:15 pm – 5K Walk Start
6:28 pm – Ainsley’s Angels 5K Start
6:30 pm – Beat the Heat 5K Run Start
7:30 pm – Elite 5K Start – Women
7:32 pm – Elite 5K Start – Men
8:00 pm – Awards Ceremony