Northwood Run with the Wolves 5k
Northwood Run with the Wolves 5k is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Midland, MI, with entry fees from $10 to $25.
- Date
- October 31, 2026 (30 days to go)
- Location
- 4000 Whiting Dr, Midland, MI
- Price
- $10–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Come run like the Timberwolves in our second annual Alumni and Friends 5k Race/Walk!
If a visit to Midland is on your list, this Fall will be one of the very best times to do it! Come walk or race with us along some of our team's favorite training routes, see all the leaves changing in "The Wood," and visit with current team members, staff, and alumni. The weekend will also feature our Northwood Football team playing a home game against conference competitors, Ashland University at 12pm on Saturday. We would be honored to have you participate!
Do I Have to Run?
We have had plenty of supporters and family members who walk/push strollers on the route, as well as alumni and athletes who run. Whichever is your cup of tea, we will be there to cheer you on! The race is about half paved, and half gravel road.
Where/When?
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Check In: 7:30-8:45am @ the Bennett Sports Center
Gun Time: 9:00am
Northwood University (4000 Whiting Dr. Midland, Michigan)
Pere Marquette Rail Trail, Sugnet Rd., Dublin Rd., and Tittabawassee River Rd.
Parking
There should be plenty of parking available on campus in lot P2 across from Griswold Hall (P1 in front of the Bennett Sports Center will be blocked off for Football). You can also use the Herbert H. Doan Building or park along the south side of Tittabawassee River Road. If you are staying to watch or tailgate for the Football game, please note that P1, P8, and the Village Grove Lot (P11) will not open until after our race has begun.
What's Included?
Free Northwood XC/TF t-shirt with your entry fee (limited quantities available).
Alumni discounts are available (limit 1 use per registration) - email johnsohk@northwood.edu to receive your code
Bring your future Timberwolves! Racers 14 & Under are $10.
Events
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
53°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Midland, 4 mi from the venue.
About Midland, MI
Population
42,461
as of 2023
City Elevation
605 ft
Nearest Airport
MBS
MBS International Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 81 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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30
Days to train
- Race
- Northwood Run with the Wolves 5k
- Date
- October 31, 2026
- Location
- 4000 Whiting Dr, Midland, MI
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Northwood Run with the Wolves 5k
Oct 31, 2026