Directed by Twin City Track Club, the Cook Medical Beat the Heat is one of the most popular races in North Carolina. Beat the Heat is one of the most popular races in North Carolina. Join us for this all-inclusive evening race with proceeds going to local non-profits that support health and fitness in the community. This race 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.

Register at www.bth5k.org.

The evening start time and festive atmosphere make the event popular for all levels of runners. Each year, close to 100 participants run their very first 5K at Beat the Heat. And more than 50 elite runners will compete in the Elite 5K race. Stick around after the race for the complimentary pizza, subs, and beer (for runners and volunteers only). You can sign up as an individual or create your own social team to run. Sign up now and be part of the fun!

Schedule:
5:30pm Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup
6:00pm Youth Mile Race
6:00pm Family Fun Run
6:15pm Beat the Heat 5K Walk
6:30pm Beat the Heat 5K
7:30pm Elit 5K Race

Twin City Track Club is delighted to announce the selection of Beat the Heat Charity Partners for 2025: Ainsley’s Angels in the Triad and Girls on the Run Greater Piedmont. The Charity Partner program is a way to further support our mission to promote fitness and health, and to improve the quality of life for individuals and families. A portion of the event proceeds goes towards each of these non-profit charities. Race participants are given the opportunity to contribute to the Charity Partners at the time of event registration, further increasing the charitable contributions. Anyone can make a donation to the charity partners at any time. You do not need to register to make a donation.