Arch City XC Festival

Westerville, United States • 26 Jul 2025

The Arch City XC Festival is a cross country running event held at Westerville North High School in Westerville, Ohio. Scheduled for July 26, 2025, it features multiple races for various age groups: an adult open 5K, high school boys and girls 5K races, middle school boys and girls 2-mile races, and elementary school boys and girls 2-mile races. All races conclude inside the stadium, allowing spectators to watch from the stands. Participants in middle and high school races can form teams for scoring and prize opportunities. Proceeds support Westerville North's cross country and track programs, making it a community-focused event to kick off the XC season. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
High School Boys 5k (grades 9-12)
5 km
High School Girls 5k (grades 9-12)
5 km
Adult Open 5k
Elementary School Boys 2-Mile (grades K-6)
Elementary School Girls 2-Mile (grades K-6)
Middle School Boys 2-Mile (grades 7-8)
Middle School Girls 2-Mile (grades 7-8)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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