6 events in Rowan County, North Carolina

WILL RUN FOR FOOD 5K

All proceeds go to benefit: Rowan Helping Ministries West Food Bank - We will collect canned food at the race - please help us fill up some shopping carts!

Race Location: Centenary United Methodist Church 620 Centenary Ch. Rd.,Mount Ulla, NC 28125

Course: Centenary Church Rd. Starts at the church and ends at the church. Dogs are not allowed on the course with participants. Thank you for your cooperation.

Race Start Time:

10AM 5K

1/2 mile fun run after 5k

Entry Fee: By Feb. 27th $30

On Race Day $35

Fun Run $15

Race day registration from 9:00 to 9:45am at church.

AWARDS:

Top 3 Overall Male and Female - CASH PRIZES for overall winners - $100 1st place, $50 2nd place, $25 3rd place

Top 3 Male and Female Masters

Fun Run: Medals and t-shirts will be given to all fun runners that are preregistered. Also for 12 and under, we will recognize top 3 overall with a medal.

Overall winners not eligible for age group awards. Awards will not be mailed. They will be held for 2 weeks at the church for pick up.

AGE GROUPS - 3 Deep age group awards, male and female

11 & under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over

Quality shirts will be guaranteed for all preregistered runners.

Timing and scoring provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners.

Contact Info: Carla Kluttz ([email protected]), Mobile: 704-433-3755

Sign Up early and save $5! Race day fee is $35.

11th Annual Mt. Hope Church 5K Run for Missions - Run/Walk & 1/2 Mile Fun Run - SEE COURSE MAP BELOW

Where: Salisbury Community Park - 935 Hurley School Rd, Salisbury, NC 28147

Proceeds: All funds raised are used to support missions (local and abroad): feeding the homeless, back-to-school supplies, toy drives, pregnancy support, and local outreach events!

When: Saturday, March 28, 2026

Race-Day Registration: 7:30 – 8:45 a.m. (Race day registration is $35 - 5k, $10 - fun run)

5K Run for Missions: 9:00 a.m.

Fun Run: 10:00 a.m.

Awards: 5K Run/Walk - Top overall male and female runners will each receive a prize. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group, male and female, will be awarded a medallion.

5K Age Groups: 11 & under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & over.

1/2 Mile Fun Run - Top 3 overall age 10 and under. All participants will receive medals.

Awards will be presented race day immediately after 5K Run/Walk event. No awards will be mailed. Participants must complete race to receive an award.

SHIRTS - T-shirts are guaranteed for those registering March 1 or before. T-Shirts will be available to registrants on race day while supplies last.

Course - Our course is certified by Salisbury Rowan Runners and will be held at Salisbury Community Park, 935 Hurley School Rd., Salisbury, NC 28147

For more information, please contact Pastor Johnny Boggs at 704-798-5700 or Belinda Wyatt at 704-213-1184.

Timing and scoring for the 5K will be provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners and results posted online.

Update (3-10-2026): This race has been cancelled. If you are currently registered, please be on the lookout for an email from race coordinators regarding details.

WALK. RUN. STAND WITH SURVIVORS.

When: Saturday, Apr. 11, 2026

Where: Salisbury Community Park 935 Hurley School Road Salisbury, NC 28147 - See course map below!

Race Start Time: 9:00 a.m.

Race Day Registration & Check-In: 7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. - Register Early to get a T-Shirt and save $5, fee increases on race day ($25 pre-registered, $30 race day)!

Race proceeds will go to support Family Crisis Council of Rowan, Inc. April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. One in 5 women and One in 13 men experience sexual violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. The Family Crisis Council of Rowan exists to foster a community that is free of such interpersonal violence. Through direct service and education, our goal is not only to minimize, but to prevent the impact of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in and around Rowan County.

Run, walk, or stroll with us to provide essential resources for survivors in our community!

Since 1978, Family Crisis Council of Rowan has provided services such as emergency shelter, hospital accompaniment, court advocacy, case management and counseling to victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, incest, and human trafficking in Rowan County.

Awards:

Top Three Overall—Male and Female in 5K (Overall winners not eligible for Age Group Awards & Awards will not be mailed)

Top Three in Each Age Group—Male and Female in 5K

Participation medals to all ages 12 & under for Fun Run

Age Groups: 11 & Under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over

T-Shirts guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Walkers are eligible for age group awards!

Timing and scoring of the event will be provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners.

West Rowan Bible Teaching Association 5K and Fun Run!

West Rowan Elementary School - 480 Mimosa Street, Cleveland, NC 27013

Proceeds: All proceeds will go to support the West Rowan Bible Teaching Association (WRBTA). The WRBTA is a 100% community funded nonprofit organization whose purpose is to raise funds to provide the support necessary for the Bible classes in our West Rowan area schools. For more information or to donate online, check out WRBTA.com.

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Race Day Registration & Check-In: 8:00 – 8:45 a.m at West Rowan Elementary. 5K race-day registration is $35. Fun Run race-day registration is $20.

5K Run/Walk: 9:00 a.m. Fun Run: 10:15 a.m.

5K Awards: Top three overall male and female winners will receive a prize and a medal. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group male and female will receive a medal.

Cash Prizes for overall winners are as follows:

1st place male overall - medal plus $50 cash and $50 gift card

1st place female overall - medal plus $50 cash and $50 gift card

2nd place male overall - medal and $50 cash

2nd place female overall - medal and $50 cash

3rd place male overall - medal and $25 cash

3rd place female overall - medal and $25 cash

5K Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-59, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over

Fun Run Awards (ages 12 & under are eligible): All participants will get a medal.

Awards will be presented race day immediately after the Fun Run. No awards will be mailed. Participants must complete race to receive an award.

Shirts: Short-sleeve T-shirts for preregistered runners. T-Shirts are guaranteed to those who register by April 1. Available to others on race day as supplies last.

Course: The race starts and ends at West Rowan Elementary. Course will use downtown Cleveland, including the historic Main Street area. The course is flat and fast!!

For more information, please contact Deb Gusler at 704-902-5237.

Timing and scoring for the 5K will be provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners and results posted online.

Girls On The Run of the Greater Piedmont 5K

Get ready to race with heart! Join us for the most impactful 5K of the year, where every step you take helps us raise vital funds to empower girls right here in our community. We're not just running a race; we're building a brighter future, one stride at a time. Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a new personal best or you just want to walk with friends and family, this event is for you.

Previously Participated in Girls on the Run

To our incredible alumni: You've walked the path with us, and we've watched you grow into the amazing young women you are today. Now, we're inviting you to return to the starting line and run with us once more! Your journey began here, and your presence at this year's race will show our current participants what's possible when a girl finds her voice and her stride. When you register as an alumni, you'll receive a special alumni bib to celebrate your history with us and inspire the next generation of leaders. Let's lace up and show the community the power of this sisterhood!

Not Ready for the Full 5K

We're so excited to introduce our Kid's Dash Fun Run! This pre-race event is the perfect opportunity for our youngest supporters to get in on the action by running approximately 400m and experience the joy of crossing a finish line. All participants will receive a special medal to celebrate their accomplishment. Watching these future leaders run with all their heart is sure to be the highlight of the day!

Event Details

Date: Saturday, May 2nd, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM - 5K Start | 9:45 AM - Kid's Dash Fun Run

Location: Salisbury Community Park (935 Hurley School Rd, Salisbury, NC 28147)

Cost: $35 for 5K, $15 for kid's dash (includes a race T-shirt!)

See More Information Under "Race Info" Menu!

Why Your Participation Matters

Your registration fee goes directly to our local nonprofit, helping us provide essential programs and resources that build confidence, foster leadership skills, and inspire young girls to reach for their dreams. By signing up, you're not just supporting a cause; you're investing in the future of our community.

We can't wait to see you at the starting line, ready to run with us for a cause that's close to our hearts. Let's show our girls what's possible when a community comes together with purpose and passion.

Ready to make a difference? Sign up today!

Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a non-competitive after-school running program that includes social emotional life skills and lessons for girls in grades 3rd-8th. GOTR envisions a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams! This is made possible by AMAZING volunteer coaches that are there every step of the way for 10 weeks with their girls encouraging them and running along side them so they can confidently cross the finish line at their End of the Season 5K!

We strive to make our program accessible to all girls no matter what their financial limitations may be. All proceeds from this race go towards our financial assistance to be able to cover the cost of any girls who wants to participate in Girls on the Run!

A USATF certified (NC15066DF) 3.1 mile, straight down and back night race for recreational and competitive runners.

RACE DAY AGENDA

• 8:00 am - 6:00 PM - Race day registration and packet pickup at China Grove Town Hall (inside) (333 N Main Street)

• 6:00 - 7:00 PM - Race day registration and packet pickup at China Grove Town Hall (outside) (333 N Main Street)

• 5:00 PM - Race day registration and packet pickup at China Grove Town Hall (333 N Main Street)

• 7:15 PM - Tot Trot Start

• 7:30 PM - Kids Fun Run Start

• 8:00 PM - 5K Street Challenge Start

• 9:00 PM - Awards Ceremony

AWARDS & RACE DIVISIONS FOR 5K

• Top 3 Overall Male & Female **

• Top 1st & 2nd Overall Male & Female Masters **

• Top 1st & 2nd Overall Male & Female Grand Masters **

• Top 3 Male/Female in each of the following age group divisions: 11 & under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & over.

**Overall winners not eligible for age group awards.