19th Annual Butterball 5K
- Date Thu 26th November 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Salisbury, North Carolina
- Price $33.25
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 19th Annual Butterball 5K, taking place on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026, in the scenic city of Salisbury, Rowan! This family-friendly event invites participants to run or walk a fun-filled 5K while the turkey roasts, making it the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., and the race starts at 8:30 a.m., so arrive early to check-in and pick up your race packet.
With over $500 in prizes up for grabs, awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three in each age group, ensuring a competitive yet festive atmosphere. Participants can choose from a range of age categories, from 14 years and under to 70 plus. Plus, every race entry comes with a stylish t-shirt! Best of all, proceeds from this spirited race will benefit Prevent Child Abuse Rowan and The Terrie Hess House, so your participation supports a great cause. Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Salisbury!
With over $500 in prizes up for grabs, awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three in each age group, ensuring a competitive yet festive atmosphere. Participants can choose from a range of age categories, from 14 years and under to 70 plus. Plus, every race entry comes with a stylish t-shirt! Best of all, proceeds from this spirited race will benefit Prevent Child Abuse Rowan and The Terrie Hess House, so your participation supports a great cause. Join us for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit in Salisbury!
Organiser's Description
This event is a 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving morning while the turkey is cooking!
On-site registration ($35 race day), race check-in and packet pickup - 7:30 a.m. - 8:25 a.m. Race begins at 8:30 a.m.
For more information visit www.theforumfitness.com [https://www.theforumfitness.com].
Awards:
Top 3 overall, male and female in 5K
Top 3 in each age group, male and female in 5K
Overall winners not eligible for age group awards
Over $500.00 in prizes!
5K Age Groups:
14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, & 70 plus
All proceeds to benefit Prevent Child Abuse Rowan & The Terrie Hess House. Feel free to make a donation even if you cannot participate or a donation exceeding the amount of the registration fee.
Race participants receive a t-shirt!
Course Description - Take a right out of the Forum. Travel up South Main Street then right on Airport Rd. Take a right on Airport Loop Road then another right onto Red Acres Road. Finally, take a left back onto South Main Street traveling north ending at the Forum.
Timing and race results will be done by Salisbury Rowan Runners [http://www.salisburyrowanrunners.org].
On-site registration ($35 race day), race check-in and packet pickup - 7:30 a.m. - 8:25 a.m. Race begins at 8:30 a.m.
For more information visit www.theforumfitness.com [https://www.theforumfitness.com].
Awards:
Top 3 overall, male and female in 5K
Top 3 in each age group, male and female in 5K
Overall winners not eligible for age group awards
Over $500.00 in prizes!
5K Age Groups:
14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, & 70 plus
All proceeds to benefit Prevent Child Abuse Rowan & The Terrie Hess House. Feel free to make a donation even if you cannot participate or a donation exceeding the amount of the registration fee.
Race participants receive a t-shirt!
Course Description - Take a right out of the Forum. Travel up South Main Street then right on Airport Rd. Take a right on Airport Loop Road then another right onto Red Acres Road. Finally, take a left back onto South Main Street traveling north ending at the Forum.
Timing and race results will be done by Salisbury Rowan Runners [http://www.salisburyrowanrunners.org].
Races
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Butterball 5K Run / Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$33.25
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