SAMURAI SPRINT 5K AND DOJO DASH FUN RUN

  • Date Mon 2nd March 2026 - Sat 2nd May 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EST
  • Location Newton, North Carolina
  • Price $11.60 - $43.40
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile, Sprint

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the 2nd Annual Samurai Sprint 5K and Dojo Dash Fun Run, taking place on Monday, March 2, 2026, in the heart of Downtown Newton, Catawba. This spirited event promises to be a fantastic opportunity for families and runners of all ages to participate in a 5K race as well as a fun run designed for younger participants.

Not only will you enjoy a day filled with activity, but you'll also be contributing to a noble cause. All proceeds from the event will benefit the newly established William Alden Elliott Memorial Scholarship, honoring Alden Elliott, a dedicated Marine and law enforcement officer who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. Join us to celebrate Alden's legacy while supporting local students in their pursuit of higher education. Lace up your shoes, bring your excitement, and be part of this heartwarming event that combines athletics with community support!

Organiser's Description

The Samurai Sprint 5K and Dojo Dash Fun Run is a fundraiser held by Budokan Newton Martial Arts and Sensei's Samurai. We are excited to announce our 2nd Annual Samurai Sprint 5K and Dojo Dash Fun Run for charity. We are excited to be hosting this event, again, in Downtown Newton. All proceeds from this event go to fund the newly created William Alden Elliott Memorial Scholarship, in honor of Alden Elliott, who was killed in the line of duty on April 29, 2024.

Alden Elliott was a graduate of Newton-Conover High School and a United States Marine. He worked for NC Department of Adult Correction with the Special Operations and Intelligence Unit. Alden was a Task Force Officer with the U.S. Marshals Service, Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force. He was tragically killed in the line of duty on April 29, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina while attempting to serve a felony warrant. Alden wholeheartedly supported his son Theo's involvement in martial arts here at Budokan Newton. Our hope is to show the same support for a cause in his honor.

Sensei's Samurai is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. The purpose of Sensei's Samurai is to raise awareness for the safety and education of individuals and to serve the community in doing various outreach programs. Our primary mission is to teach the students to give back to the community by means of community service projects.

Your tax-deductible donations will help two seniors in the Catawba County and Newton-Conover School System with a scholarship to a 4-year, 2-year, or Technical School.

Races

  • Samurai Sprint 5K

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:50AM EDT)

    $43.40

    CLOSED
  • Dojo Dash Fun Run

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $11.60

    CLOSED
  • T Shirt Only

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Mon 2nd March 2026 (7:30AM EST)

    $27.50

    CLOSED

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109 N Main Ave, Newton, 28658, NC, United States

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