# West Fargo streets fill with runners Monday

> A 5K and 10K will push runners onto West Fargo streets Monday evening, so plan your drive around them.
- Title: West Fargo streets fill with runners Monday · Valleynewslive
- Summary: A 5K and 10K will push runners onto West Fargo streets Monday evening, so plan your drive around them. If you are driving in West Fargo between 5 and 9 p.m…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/09/14/drivers-advised-pedestrian-delays-during-mondays-west-fest-races
- Published: 2026-09-14T14:02:40.7+00:00
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## Runners take the streets
West Fest brings a 5K and 10K through West Fargo on Monday evening. Drivers should expect delays and a lot of people on foot.
## Four hour window
The event runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. according to city officials. That covers the heart of the evening commute.
## Where it gets busiest
Neighborhoods near Eaglewood Park at 700 28th Ave. W. and River's Bend Park at 2548 First St. E. will see the heaviest foot traffic.
## Start and finish line
Both races begin and end at the Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights, 3150 Sheyenne St.
## The route in two loops
Runners head west on 32nd Avenue West to loop through Eaglewood, then east on 32nd Avenue East to loop through River's Bend.
## Drive the S check
Officials ask drivers to shift travel times, put the phone away, and yield to runners. Watch your speed, keep space around your car, and keep stress low.

> monitoring speed, maintaining adequate vehicle space, and keeping stress low
## Key takeaway

If you are driving in West Fargo between 5 and 9 p.m. Monday, expect runners on the road and leave earlier than usual.