Announcements!

The Cook Medical Beat the Heat race has been selected as the National 5K Championship Race for Road Runners Club of America!

 

Save the date for next year's race on July 18, 2026!

 

Select the buttons below for a recap of the 2025 races.

Race Results Highlights Video Race Photos

Participant Feedback

Thanks to all who responded to our participant survey!  

94% expressed overall satisfaction with the race
90% of participants are likely to recommend the race to others

 

See more with the link below.

Participant Survey Summary

Support Our Charity Partners

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.

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5K and 1 Mile Runs

• Evening races with festive, supportive atmosphere

• Inclusive event for all runner types and levels

• A popular race for first time 5K runners

• Separate spectator friendly Elite race

• Complimentary pizza, subs, and beer 

• Social teams encouraged for comradery and to save money

 

Sign up now and be part of the fun!

 

FAQs

Preliminary Race Day Schedule - July 18, 2026

5:00 pm - Packet Pickup Opens
6:00 pm - Fun Run Start
6:30 pm - Beat the Heat 5K Start
7:45 pm - Elite 5K Start - Women
7:47 pm - Elite 5K Start - Men
8:15 pm - Awards Ceremony

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Healthy Fun for Everyone!

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.

Key Race Features:

• 5 Events to Choose From

• Spectator Friendly Open Elite 5K Race

• National Championship Race for Road Runners Club of America

• Lots of Post Race Food & Beverage in a Social Atmosphere

• Part of The We Run Winston Race Series by Fleet Feet Winston-Salem/Clemmons 

• Proceeds Support Local Charities

 

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