The Westside Way 10k
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Event details
The 35th annual 5K/10K The Westside Way takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, on the Wilmington Riverfront. The event base is Hare Pavilion at River Place, located behind the AAA buildings. The courses run along the Riverwalk and adjacent wetland areas on out-and-back routes. Multiple free parking lots and free street parking on Saturdays are available near the venue. The event is rain or shine and pets are not allowed on the race course. A commemorative long-sleeved T-shirt is provided to the first 175 registrants. There is an after party with snacks and beverages. Photos will be available after the event.
Race information
Distances are offered as follows:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 10K Run/Walk
Registration types include a competitive walking 5K (walk the entire race), a free children’s 5K for ages 9 and under, and a free fundraising registration option. Listed registration fees are $34.09 for the 5K and $39.44 for the 10K. The event raised $100 toward a $25,000 fundraising goal for Westside Family Healthcare and shows 13 participants registered so far. Timing uses MYLAPS BibTag chip timing administered by R2R Timing. Overall male and female awards are scored by gun time; all other age-group awards use chip (net) time. Age groups are bracketed by 10-year bands from 13 and under through 70+, with awards for the top three in each. The top 20 non-timed runners under 10 receive a goodie bag. Results will be posted online during and after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.