Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K
Winston-Salem, NC
Jul 12, 2025
5K / 1 mile / Other
Sub-events Details
Youth Mile Race
1 mile
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
6:00 PM
Run only
in person
Kids
One Mile Virtual Fun Run
1 mile
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
6:30 PM
Run only
virtual
Adults
Beat the Heat 5K Walk
5K
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
6:15 PM
Run only
in person
Adults
BTH 5K Ainsley's Angels
5K
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
6:28 PM
Run only
in person
Adults
Beat the Heat 5K Race
5K
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
6:30 PM
Run only
in person
Adults
Elite 5K Race - Women
5K
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
7:30 PM
Run only
in person
Adults
Elite 5K Race - Men
5K
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
7:32 PM
Run only
in person
Adults
Beat the Heat Virtual 5K
5K
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
6:30 PM
Run only
virtual
Adults
Family Fun Run
Other
Jul 12, 2025 (Sat)
6:00 PM
Run only
in person
Adults
Event details
Beat the Heat has been one of the most popular races in North Carolina for more than 30 years!. It has been selected multiple times by Endurance Magazine as the best 5K in Triad NC and was featured in Running Journal magazine as the #1 “Under the Radar” race in the South. Beat the Heat is a charity event with proceeds going to local non-profits that support health and fitness in the community.
Key features include:
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Evening Race with Festive, Supportive Atmosphere
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National Championship Race for Road Runners Club of America
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Inclusive Events for All Runner Types and Levels
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A Popular Race for First Time 5K Runners
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Spectator Friendly Open Elite 5K Race
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Post Race Food & Beverage in a Social Setting
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Part of The We Run Winston Race Series by Fleet Feet Winston-Salem/Clemmons
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Proceeds Support Local Charities