
From the Organizer
The Westerwood 5K is on November 8, 2026 at 2:00pm and welcomes all runners, joggers, walkers, and - new this year - chariot racers! This event takes participants on a unique tour of historic Westerwood. Sites include the mural of Bollywood actress Madhubala, Guilford County’s oldest house, the Fairmont Street bridge, the Westerwood roundabout, the Lake Daniel Greenway, and of course, the start and finish at the Double Oaks house, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Register today for the following benefits:
Westerwood 5K t-shirt (long sleeve option available) - guaranteed for registrations through 10/9/2026
Customizable bib with your name - for registrations through 10/9/2026
Chili, bread, and a beer or beverage at our post-race party
Support two great local charities, BackPack Beginnings and Greensboro Urban Ministry
Run, jog, or walk through the beautiful, historic Westerwood neighborhood
Awards for overall, masters, and age group winners
Inspirational and humorous displays on the race course
Music at the start line and and along the race course
Great vibes of Westerwood in the fall!
THE MORE THE MERRIER!
Sign up as a team with 10 or more participants by 10/25/2026 and enjoy these perks day of the race:
Westerwood 5K Race Charities
You can donate to BackPack Beginnings and Greensboro Urban Ministry.
Westerwood 5K Race Sponsors
We couldn't put on such a great race without the support of our sponsors. Click on the sponsor links to check them out!!
Awards
There will be awards for top three male and female overall and age group winners, top masters male and female, and top two chariot racers. We will have more details on awards on race day!
On Course Entertainment
There will be music at the start line and along the 5K course.
On Course Displays and Signs
There will be many on course displays and signs to keep you inspired!
Water Stops
Located approximately at miles 1 and 2 of the 5K course. Water will also be provided at the finish line.
Early Packet Pickup
We STRONGLY encourage you to pick up your race packet on Saturday, November 7 to avoid race day delays.
Saturday, November 7 from 11:00am - 2:00pm
Fleet Feet, 3731 Lawndale Dr, Greensboro, NC US 27455
Race Day Registration, Packet Pickup and Race Start/Finish, Post Race Festivities
Sunday, November 8 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm. Contactless mobile phone self-registration available on race day!
Down Home North Carolina (Double Oaks house), 204 North Mendenhall Street, Greensboro, NC 27401
Teams with 10+ entries as of October 25 will have their packets available in their tent on race day! You can skip packet pick up and go directly to your tent on Sunday.
Race Line Up and Start Times
1:45pm - Line up at start line for pre-race announcements
1:57pm - Chariot 5K start
2:00pm - Westerwood 5K start
Race Day Parking
Parking is available at First Baptist Church parking lot, 1000 W. Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27401
Events
Weather
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
63°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greensboro Wtp.
Host City
Population
298,564
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Westerwood 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Westerwood 5K
Nov 8, 2026