Northwood Run with the Wolves 5K

Join us on 10/19/2026
(race date estimated)

Northwood Run with the Wolves 5K Race Description

Come run like the Timberwolves in our first annual Alumni and Friends 5k Race/Walk!
If a visit to Midland is on your list, this October 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 Athletics "Hall of Fame" Ceremony on Friday night, and a home football game versus conference competitors, Kentucky Wesleyan University at 1pm on Saturday. We would be honored to have you participate in our first annual race!

Where/When?
Saturday, October 19th, 2024
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.


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  • Northwood Run with the Wolves 5K Where & When
  • Location: 4000 Whiting Dr, Midland, MI 48640
  • Race Date: 2024/10/19 09:00:00 AM (Saturday)
  • Categories:
    • 5K Race/Walk
    • 5K Kids (14 & Under Discount)

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