Race Information

Race to the River 5K
Spencer, NC
City Location
Rowan County
Sep 16, 2023 - Saturday
5K run
  • Race Information
  • Details from event's RunSignUp.com listing:
    Join us for the 2nd Annual Race to the River 5K & Fun Run in conjunction with Rowan County Creek Week 2023!
    Race to the River 5K Course (see map below):  Fast point to point course!!  Rowan Creek Week's second annual Race to the River 5K will start at the Spencer Fire Department (208 Salisbury Avenue, Spencer, NC, 28159) and follow US-29 North to the finish line at Spencer's Yadkin River Park Trailhead (Old NC Finishing Company) and the Wil-Cox Bridge.  Trolley shuttles (sponsored by Novant Health) will provide transportation back to Spencer Town Hall parking lot between 3:30 and 6:00 p.m.
    Race to the River Fun Run:  Following the 5K, a 1/2-mile youth fun run will be held, starting at the 5K race finish line.  Runners will cross the Wil-Cox Bridge over the Yadkin River and then return to the race starting point for the finish line.
    Shirts:  Each participant will receive a race t-shirt and sponsor bag with miscellaneous treats and gifts.
    Awards -  Following the races at Yadkin River Park Trailhead:
    5K - Top 3 Overall Male & Female, Top 3 Masters Male & Female, Top 3 in each age group Male & Female:  10 & Under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & Over
    Fun Run - Top 3 Overall ages 12 and under
    Race-Day Registration ($35-5k / $10-Fun Run) & Check-In / Packet Pick Up:  1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. - at Spencer Town Hall (460 S. Salisbury Avenue, Spencer, NC  28159)
    All proceeds benefit Rowan Creek Week.
    Timing and scoring for the 5K will be provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners.

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  • Added to our Directory
    Aug 26, 2022
  • Last Updated in our Directory
    Jul 18, 2023
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