15th Annual Rowan Rotary Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 2:00PM EDT
- Location Salisbury, North Carolina
- Price $12.25 - $28.25
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the 15th Annual Rowan Rotary Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Catawba College Shuford Stadium in Salisbury, NC! This exciting event kicks off at 2:00 p.m. and features a 5K race followed by a 1/2-Mile Fun Run, perfect for participants of all ages. Join the community in supporting local youth programs, with proceeds from the race making a real difference in the lives of children.
The 5K race has a registration fee of $25 if you register by October 25, with on-site registration available for $30. Fun Run participants can join in for just $10! Runners will have the chance to compete for awards, including cash prizes for the overall male and female winners and medals for the top three finishers in various age groups. Plus, don’t forget to dress up for the costume contest, with prizes for both adults and children! Each 5K participant will receive a long sleeve T-shirt, adding to the festive atmosphere of this much-loved annual event. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running, community spirit
The 5K race has a registration fee of $25 if you register by October 25, with on-site registration available for $30. Fun Run participants can join in for just $10! Runners will have the chance to compete for awards, including cash prizes for the overall male and female winners and medals for the top three finishers in various age groups. Plus, don’t forget to dress up for the costume contest, with prizes for both adults and children! Each 5K participant will receive a long sleeve T-shirt, adding to the festive atmosphere of this much-loved annual event. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running, community spirit
Organiser's Description
The 15TH ANNUAL SPOOKY SPRINT 5K at Catawba College Shuford Stadium in Salisbury, NC - 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2025! There will be a 1/2-Mile Fun Run (two laps around the track) immediately following the 5k!
PROCEEDS from the race will go to our youth programs, making a difference in the lives of children in our community. The Service Above Self Awards recognize our youth ages 5 to 18 for their service to others. Every year, Rowan Rotary sponsors students form our local high schools to attend a leadership-training event.
ROWAN ROTARY CLUB OF ROWAN COUNTY is a part of Rotary International. As Rotarians, we unite and take action to create lasting change across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
5K REGISTRATION FEE: $25 (mail-in through October 19 and online through October 25)
$30 (on-site on October 26)
FUN RUN REGISTRATION FEE: $10
COURSE: Starts and ends on the Catawba track. See map below.
AWARDS (5K): 1st overall male and female - $50 and memento.
Medals will be given to the top 3 in each of the following divisions for male and female runners: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & above
Overall winners not eligible for age group awards. Awards will not be mailed.
AWARDS (FUN RUN): 1st overall male and female - trophy. 2nd & 3rd overall male and female - medal. All fun run participants will receive a medal.
T-SHIRTS 5k run/walk participants receive a long sleeve T-shirt.
CHECK-IN: 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. check-in and race packet pick up at the registration desk in Catawba College Stadium.
COSTUME CONTEST: Contest for best costumes, children and adults, judged by a panel of Rotarians. Adult winner will receive a $50 gift card. Children will receive prizes for 1st and 2nd place.
CANCELLATION POLICY: In case of inclement weather, the race may be delayed for up to one hour or canceled if we determine existing conditions pose a safety hazard for the participants.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Alex Bruce - 980-234-0272 (cell or text)
Timing and scoring for the 5K will be provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners [http://www.salisburyrowanrunners.org].
PROCEEDS from the race will go to our youth programs, making a difference in the lives of children in our community. The Service Above Self Awards recognize our youth ages 5 to 18 for their service to others. Every year, Rowan Rotary sponsors students form our local high schools to attend a leadership-training event.
ROWAN ROTARY CLUB OF ROWAN COUNTY is a part of Rotary International. As Rotarians, we unite and take action to create lasting change across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
5K REGISTRATION FEE: $25 (mail-in through October 19 and online through October 25)
$30 (on-site on October 26)
FUN RUN REGISTRATION FEE: $10
COURSE: Starts and ends on the Catawba track. See map below.
AWARDS (5K): 1st overall male and female - $50 and memento.
Medals will be given to the top 3 in each of the following divisions for male and female runners: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & above
Overall winners not eligible for age group awards. Awards will not be mailed.
AWARDS (FUN RUN): 1st overall male and female - trophy. 2nd & 3rd overall male and female - medal. All fun run participants will receive a medal.
T-SHIRTS 5k run/walk participants receive a long sleeve T-shirt.
CHECK-IN: 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. check-in and race packet pick up at the registration desk in Catawba College Stadium.
COSTUME CONTEST: Contest for best costumes, children and adults, judged by a panel of Rotarians. Adult winner will receive a $50 gift card. Children will receive prizes for 1st and 2nd place.
CANCELLATION POLICY: In case of inclement weather, the race may be delayed for up to one hour or canceled if we determine existing conditions pose a safety hazard for the participants.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Alex Bruce - 980-234-0272 (cell or text)
Timing and scoring for the 5K will be provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners [http://www.salisburyrowanrunners.org].
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